Most of us prefer clear directions, detailed maps, and a firm sense of where we are going. Faith rarely works that way. This reflection explores the sometimes uncertain journey of discipleship and the reassuring promise that Christ remains with us, even when the path ahead seems only vaguely familiar.
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Sent… Before the Coffee Kicks In
Many of us would prefer to face the day after a second cup of coffee, a little more preparation, and perhaps a clearer sense of what lies ahead. Yet Christ has a habit of calling people before they feel entirely ready. This reflection explores the grace of being sent in faith, trusting that God can work through us even before we have everything figured out.
Sent… Even on a Sunday Afternoon
There is a temptation to think that Sunday worship is the destination. In truth, it is often the beginning. This reflection explores how the risen Christ sends us beyond the church doors and into the ordinary moments of life, where grace continues its quiet work through everyday acts of faithfulness.
The Quiet Day Between the Cross and the Alleluia
Holy Saturday is a day of waiting, uncertainty, and silence. The cross stands behind us, the resurrection remains unseen, and we find ourselves living in the space between grief and hope. This reflection explores the grace of this quiet day and the promise that God is still at work even when we cannot yet see what comes next.
The Day Love Refused to Quit
Good Friday confronts us with the darkest realities of suffering, loss, and human brokenness. Yet it is also the day when God’s love is revealed most clearly. This reflection explores the mystery of the cross and the steadfast love of Christ—a love that refused to abandon the world, even in the face of death itself.
The Night the King Did the Dishes
On the night before the cross, Jesus did something astonishing. He knelt down, took a towel, and washed the feet of his disciples. This reflection explores the humble love revealed on Maundy Thursday and the King who chose to serve, showing us that true greatness is found not in power, but in self-giving love.
When Betrayal Slips In Quietly
Betrayal rarely arrives with warning signs or dramatic announcements. More often, it slips quietly into relationships, communities, and hearts. This reflection explores the sorrow of Spy Wednesday and the enduring grace of Christ, who faced betrayal without abandoning his mission of love, mercy, and redemption.
When Jesus Starts Saying the Quiet Parts Out Loud
As Holy Week unfolds, Jesus begins speaking with striking clarity about what lies ahead. The truths that others would rather avoid are brought into the open. This reflection explores the courage of Christ in speaking difficult truths and the invitation to listen carefully when God challenges our comfortable assumptions.
When Love Becomes Extravagant
Just days before the cross, a woman pours out an extravagant gift upon Jesus, drawing both admiration and criticism. This reflection explores the generous, overflowing nature of love and devotion, reminding us that the heart of the Gospel is not careful calculation, but a grace so abundant that it can appear wonderfully extravagant.
The Most Confusing Parade in History
Palm Sunday begins with cheers, palm branches, and a jubilant crowd welcoming Jesus into Jerusalem. Yet beneath the celebration lies a deeper mystery. This reflection explores the surprising nature of Christ’s kingship and the parade that challenged every expectation, inviting us to follow a King whose power is revealed through humility, peace, and self-giving love.