part of the crowd
“Troubled and helpless,” is the description that resonates with many of us today. That is how Jesus saw the crowd, according to Matthew, and was moved with compassion. Are we
Read MoreAuthor: Renée Antrosio
the wave and the ocean
Hearing the same message from a totally different source is always a welcome confirmation for me, both that what I heard is true and that the Holy Spirit is working in God’s people
Read Moreall our needs
I’m thinking about Maslow’s hierarchy of needs. And Elijah. And you, me, us. Jesus and ministries. Our baseline needs are physiological. Food first. God started with Elijah’s hunger- feeding him
Read Moreback in the cave
I should have read a little further in Elijah’s story. Last week I wrote: solitary with the ravens, pandemic pod with the widow, return to public work. The Lord’s victory
Read Morethis next season
Perhaps I was holding my breath. Our transition back into a fully functioning social world is still in process. During the pandemic, we were isolated, like Elijah alone by the
Read Morefaith & action
In God’s sight, the earth had become corrupt and was filled with violence. The Lord regretted making human beings on the earth, and he was heartbroken. Genesis 6:11&6 In the
Read Moredifferent roads
Thinking about the diverse ways that people meet Jesus and live out the gospel faithfully. From mending nets to collecting taxes to chariots to desert roads to prayer meetings by rivers to
Read Morean adventure
I realized that I am excited. And that I haven’t felt this way in… awhile. God is on the move and invites us to come along. With new musicians and building
Read Morewhat suffering?
One of the joys that I no longer take for granted is the resumed opportunity to reflect together on the scriptures- what I missed, what revelation transpired, how others heard
Read Morecultivating opportunities
What do we have to offer the next generation of leaders? How can we provide a supportive environment for service? Sometimes, a problem presents a possibility. About that time, while
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