In transit yesterday, reading Spiritual Seasons by Mark Buchanan, one of the ideas I came across was that the pastor is an occupational enemy of nostalgia. Remembering past blessings is not only okay, it is absolutely imperative for spiritual health and vitality. Problems emerge though when ‘our instinct for heaven’ finds itself ‘rummaging in the …
It makes me feel good when people make complimentary comments about this blog. But far and away the most common statement of reservation (I wouldn’t even call it ‘criticism’) is why I use a black background with white text. Apparently it’s hard to read, and there is a lot of text. Now that’s probably not …
Thanks to Mount Gambier Presbyterian for flying me to Melbourne (and back) for my Retreat Group catchup day in Melbourne today. (sparing me a ten hour round-way car trip) I still run into folk who don’t know how well taken care of I am by mgpc, so I won’t let this opportunity pass by.
From their website: “Rise O Buried Lord is an album of new and reimagined hymns by Redeemer Church of Knoxville. It is a concept album that tells the story of the last week of Jesus’ earthly life. This week, known as Holy Week, is the centerpiece of the Christian’s hope.” Assured and engaging folk renditions …
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