Walking Through 1st Peter, #10 – Chosen, Royal, and Holy
Folks go to great lengths to display who they are. The clothes they wear, the way they walk, the jewelry and accessories they choose to wear or not wear, even…
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Judas – John 13:21-30
Somewhere around 1495, Leonardo DaVinci began painting a wall for a Dominican monastery in Milan, Italy. The result of his multi-year labor is the most recognizable piece of art ever…
What the Father Blesses – John 13:12-20
After Jesus washed the disciples’ feet, He again took His place at the table and asked a question. Now, I love questions. As a teacher myself, both in the church…
Walking Through 1st Peter #9, Living Stones
One a cold and rainy morning not so long ago we laid out where our new pole barn would set. We had marked it out earlier to get a feel…
How to Begin – John 13:1-11
Today’s encouragement is meant for all but is especially directed at those who feel a call to minister, evangelize, teach, pastor, or lead. Lambchow receives prayer requests and emails from…
What the Father Says – John 12:44-50
It’s difficult to express emotions through writing. That’s one reason why the symbolic icons of emojis are so popular. I wonder how our understanding of the Bible would change if…
Get it? John 12:37-43
Ever “get” something. I mean the kind of “get” when we suddenly understand a concept or have a clearer insight into a problem—that “aha” moment often pictured as a lightbulb…
Walking Through 1st Peter #7 – Love One Another
No one likes to eat from a dirty plate or drink from a soiled cup. It’s about as simple as that. Granted, there is a large variation in tolerances between…
Children of Light: John 12:27-36
There are a variety of responses when our balloon of expectations is popped by the pin of reality. Some express anger, others become confused, some just go numb, and a…
Walking Through 1st Peter: Prepare to Be
The most powerful action words are often the simplest. Consider the power of “if” and the possibilities it unlocks or blocks. We feel moved to do something that requires courage…
Seekers and Servers: John 12:20-26
Shortly after Jesus entered Jerusalem to the shouts of hosanna and the waving of palm branches, some Greeks asked to see Jesus. Beginning in John 12:20 is a conversation Jesus…
John Episode 2: Perceptions
All four gospels recount Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem for Passover. That day is recognized annually as “Palm Sunday” and begins the week leading up to Good Friday and Easter. John…