Stepping into the very places, streets and vicinities where Scripture captures the specifics of God walking and talking with men, continues to be a transformational experience for many. But what is there about the places Jesus chose for his home and ministry? For example, why Capernaum (Nahum’s village)? Strolling through the exposed foundations of basalt stone gives little … [Read more...] about Capernaum – the home of Jesus
Faith
Inspiring a deeper walk of faith in God, expressed as Father, Son, and Spirit. Living out our shared experiences of life in Christ.
Youth and adults today struggling to ground their identity
Recently, I was speaking at a conference in BC for youth workers and youth pastors. They began the conference by taking a live poll of the audience, asking: What is the number one issue your youth are struggling with today? As the audience used their phones to cast their vote, identity quickly took top spot. This confirmed what research and observation have been indicating for … [Read more...] about Youth and adults today struggling to ground their identity
Walking in the steps of Jesus in Nazareth
Walking in the steps of Jesus can be a transformational experience for many as they see the places where much of our Scripture played out. Have you ever wanted to time travel? Walking back to 2,000 years ago becomes a lot easier when you have something visible and tangible to experience. Nazareth Village is one such place. One hundred thousand people a year stroll through … [Read more...] about Walking in the steps of Jesus in Nazareth
The foolishness of God in Dostoevsky’s Idiot
In Dostoevsky’s favorite novel The Idiot, we meet Prince Myshkin, a Christ-like person whose goodness, open-heartedness, and genuineness lead people to call him an idiot sixty times in the novel. Dostoevsky saw Myshkin as his best and richest poetic idea. Three times in his notes, Dostoevsky identifies Myshkin as a Christ figure. Like Jesus, he was full of child-like … [Read more...] about The foolishness of God in Dostoevsky’s Idiot
Petra, the treasury carved from rock
When something is carved in rock you pay attention. Even if it’s a ‘rose’ city hewn out of sandstone. Over one million tourists now make the trek into Petra, Jordan – most on foot, although you can support the Bedouin caretakers by riding their horses, camels, golf carts or horse drawn carriages. This enduring marvel has now been voted one of the new seven wonders of the world … [Read more...] about Petra, the treasury carved from rock