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July 3, 2009

What does freedom look like to a Christian believer?

The July 4th holiday is a time for Americans to reflect on our freedoms and be grateful for them. They were achieved through great sacrifice.

A New Freedom is part of living for God. In truth, we live for God and God lives for us. God is in us and lives with us and through us!
July 2, 2009


Everything Belongs by Richard Rohr Everything Belongs is the one book by Richard Rohr (noted author, speaker and founder of the Center for Action and Contemplation) I recommend more than any of his others. He has written many wonderful books, but this one contains several of the oft-repeated themes found in his other writings.

Subtitled The Gift of Contemplative Prayer, this work helps us to see a number of things that we often have been blinded to, even if we think we are good Christians. Each chapter has many nuggets of insight which help us discover, or remind us again of the existence of what I call the Great Mystery of Divine Reality.

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June 26, 2009

We live in a world and culture that seems obsessed with celebrities. It's more apparent this week with the deaths of Ed McMahon, Farrah Fawcett and now Michael Jackson, the eccentric, yet extraordinarily talented, "King of Pop".

What makes up a live lived well? That's one of the all time great questions. Celebrities and public figures, like or not, are under more scrutiny than the average person. And they're beliefs and behaviors impact others.

Steve Stockman is an author and minister known for his spiritual insight into music, especially rock music of the past 40 years. I found myself in agreement with his blog entry (from Soul Surmise) on Michael Jackson's passing.
June 24, 2009

It has been said that nothing listens like paper. That's why writing as part of my prayer and devotion time is so important to me. First I get quiet with God. I turn my intention and attention away from the worldly clamour and towards my Creator. Later I might write and find that God has planted in me messages that I need to write and then read.

That's how it works for me, anyway. You might have a different practice. But I know I am not alone in this as I saw today with the entry at aholyexperience.com. Journaling as a Spiritual Discpline: An Act of Prayershares insight into this process and credits Walter Brueggeman for the inspiration.

I very much liked the quote I read from a great creative writer:

"This is praying time, and the act of listening in prayer is the same act as listening in writing."

~Madeleine L'Engle
June 22, 2009

Hope you all had a good Father's Day. Spiritual growth in men is one of my favorite topics and pursuits.

If you are in the Albuquerque area there are two upcoming men-oriented events worth considering. | more |
June 19, 2009

What is male spirituality all about? It is worth exploring. My experience is that women are better at getting in touch with their spirituality than men are. But don't confuse male spirituality as being something for men to get in touch with their "feminine side". No! This is about learning what it truly means to be a man and a beloved son of God.

As Father's Day is this Sunday I highly encourage you to visit the site of M.A.L.E.s - Men as Leaders and Elders - and discover some great articles, resources and inspiration about male spirituality.
June 18, 2009

Abortion Violence and American Democracy is the title of an article by Jon A. Shield that you can read at ChristianityToday.com. In the wake of the murder of George Tiller, an abortion physician, there has been an outcry opposing radical extremists who push a pro-life agenda but use violence and hate to accomplish their means. That, of course, is never morally correct.

But abortion is still a great immoral sin and the tragic killing of millions upon millions of unborn babies casts a great sadness across America. Abortion is not the only wrong and social ill pro-lifers (which should rightly include all Christians), but we need to continue to oppose it. No one is more innocent than the unborn in the womb!

Pray and support especially those who work in pregnancy crisis centers as they deal one-on-one with women who are struggling with their situation. These brave souls can carry the message of love and the sanctity of life that these pregnant women desperately need.
June 16, 2009

This Saturday, June 21, is a special day. Yes, I know it is Father's Day, but what I'm referring to is National Go Skateboarding Day. Skateboarding has been a popular sport for many years - one of the few youth pursuits from the 70's to still be popular today.

There have been a number of churches and groups who have successfully used skateboarding as ministry opportunities. I thought you might want to check out this site by pro skater Tim Byrne who is on fire for Jesus.
June 12, 2009

I just finished reading an inspiring new book about the need to really surrender our own will to follow Jesus. The message of the cross is too often taking as something done for us. But we have our part to do. That means picking up our own cross. It means letting Jesus live through us.

Read the review of Dying to Live — The Paradox of The Crucified Life.
June 11, 2009

As you go through your day you may face various challenges. You might also encounter occasions of joy. Moments of peace. Calls to help.

Little reminders are helpful along the way.
June 9, 2009

In your head...or in your heart?

Do you think a lot? All the time? Are your thoughts positive and productive? Or are you "spinning your wheels" with repetitive thoughts?

Try being more in your heart. | read more |
June 7, 2009

You can't figure out the Holy Trinity with your own human understanding. God in three distinct persons - Father, Son and Holy Spirit - yet all One God is a mystery.

But I just love the relationship I believe the Holy Trinity demonstrates to us. Constant love in a circle between the three. Complete and unconditional.

Here's a beautiful prayer to the Holy Trinity from Father Richard Rohr, OFM.

God for us, we call You Father,
God along side us, we call You Jesus,
God within us, we call You Holy Spirit.

You are the Eternal Mystery
that enables, enfolds, and enlivens all things,
even us,
and even me.

Every name falls short of your
Goodness and Greatness.

We can only see who You are in what is.
We ask for such perfect seeing.

As it was in the beginning, is now,
and ever shall be.

Amen.


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