When you read, “Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you,” (Matthew 5:44) how do you respond? Are you an easygoing person? Do you think you have no enemies? Think again. You don’t have to be paranoid. You don’t have to imagine a vast conspiracy. Just ask yourself, have you been angry, irritated, … Continue reading How To Pray For Your Enemies When You Don’t Have Any (and when you do)
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Crying out at Christmas
This article was my December 2012 cover article for the Covenant Courier. “It’s the most wonderful time of the year.” Christmas music started up on the radio weeks ago; stores began to showcase their Christmas gear. For weeks now, the engine has been gearing up to propel us into the pre-Christmas carnival of events, concerts, … Continue reading Crying out at Christmas