23
Dec
2010
One Year Bible Reading Plan
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I have created a one year bible reading plan that is designed to help you succeed at reading through the entire bible in one year and have a rich experience of the text. It is designed to do so in the following ways: 1) Realistic daily assignments. Most days are three chapters, some times... Read More
22
Dec
2010
Six Reasons People Fail at Reading the Bible
Have you considered reading your Bible as a New Year’s resolution? Many people do. Whether they plan on reading the entire Bible or just want more time in the Word, many people pursue this resolution. Like most resolutions though some will succeed, but most will fail. Following are six of the most common reasons people... Read More
18
Dec
2010
Advent through Art, Cosmic and Mystical
Here is the awaited painting Mystic Nativity, by Sandro Botticelli, 1500. This is obviously not your stereotypical nativity scene. This painting reminds me that the gift of Christ is a cosmic and mystical event. Here is why… Christ, A Cosmic Gift. You have probably heard John 3:16 rattled off a hundred times. “For God so... Read More
16
Dec
2010
Three Guiding Principles for Maturity in Prayer
The day before yesterday I had promised to share with you a post about the Mystic Nativity by Sandro Botticelli. I am still going to do that but feel the need to interrupt that plan. Last night I had a conversation with a dear friend who has become interested in contemplative prayer. I dropped him... Read More
14
Dec
2010
Advent Through Art, Jesus as Light of the World
Last Wednesday for our Family Night Supper program we explored some classic themes of Advent through the lens of art. I had some very favorable responses to the program and was asked to put it on my blog. So, between now and Christmas I will be sharing with you some classic pieces of art that... Read More
29
Nov
2010
Christmas Manifesto Revisited
Last year I wrote a Christmas Manifesto. It was a series of intentions for how I wanted to experience Advent and Christmas. Last night I hopped on Facebook before going to bed and discovered that my good friend, Angie Southard, had posted her own Christmas Manifesto. With her permission I am posting it for you... Read More