Rabbi Simcha Bunem, a Polish Hasidic master, stated that everyone should have two pockets with a note in each pocket. The note in the left pocket should read, “I am […]
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Moments with Mike: Holy Positioning
I have to give credit for this line of thought to Farron Duncan, whose sermon touched me deeply this past Sunday. As he was speaking about Peter’s healing of Tabitha, […]
Moments with Mike: Galilee?
The lectionary gospel lesson for this coming Sunday (John 21:1-19) is rich in meaning, with many possible trajectories for preaching. One of the questions that arises in me as I […]
Moments with Mike: Agents and Catalysts
In this week’s OT lectionary reading, the story of Joseph reaches its climax. In this episode, Joseph reveals himself to his brothers. Rather than seeking revenge, Joseph offers mercy. Rather […]