October 10, 2021 Mark 10:17-31 Isn’t that Bernardone’s son? What is he up to? What do you think he is doing? You know I have heard some crazy stories about him coming from the countryside. People have seen him trying to have conversation with the animals. He even seems to think he can rebuild that… Continue reading Don’t Make it Difficult
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Jesus Levels the Playing Field
September 19, 2021 Mark 9:30-37 Sibling rivalry. It happens in nearly every family. It could be over schoolwork, athletics, or even trees. Yes, trees. A couple of years ago on The Moth, a story telling podcast which I would recommend to anyone, Annie Share shared her story of the gumdrop tree. She had the typical… Continue reading Jesus Levels the Playing Field
Just Sit in the Boat
Mark 1:14-20 Living in Michigan, we quickly become aware of the number of lakes that we have and the beauty and sport that they offer. It is nearly impossible to live by large bodies of water or be surrounded by many lakes and not be a fisher or know someone that is. As a young… Continue reading Just Sit in the Boat
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