I lift my Eyes

I lift my Eyes

שִׁיר חַמַּעֲלוֹתSongs of Ascent :: Pilgrim Songs We often use the language of “journey” in the way we unpack our understanding of faith and service within our Vineyard context. Another thing we often say is “step by step.” Psalms 120-134 were...
Come let us reason together.

Come let us reason together.

Ok. Full disclosure. I’m finding this to be one of the hardest postings like this that I’ve put together in a long time. It’s not for any lack of ideas. My head is spinning with many reflections, musings and imaginations. Certainly it is not for any...
Beautiful Friday

Beautiful Friday

Good Friday. Beautiful Friday. The English word beauty ultimately stems from a derivative of the Latin adjective bellus meaning, “pretty, handsome, charming, fine, pleasant, nice” which is intricately related to the Latin bonus, which means...
Why?

Why?

“Questions and answers are by definition linked together but they are a very different skillset. Seeking answers is a process of elimination through research and experimentation, trying to piece together different information and narrow things down to a...
The Joy of lent

The Joy of lent

I have been struck with a perspective this lent season that I really haven’t pondered before.  Much of my focus during this time in years past has been that of personal devotion, realignment and attention to that which is potentially hindering my love for...