Fall entered with details and events and leaves not-quite-yet swirling, which created a delay sending out this week’s reading. Yesterday I recorded two Bible study talks, braved the maze of Medicare enrollment, encountered toxic shrimp, and changed dinner plans. In the midst, I enjoyed beautiful sun. Today it’s overcast with…
When I studied words in this passage, the word “speak” and its different forms stood out. John’s record allows us to listen in on a real-time conversation Jesus had with an individual and her acquaintances. John used five different words that relate to speaking, and one word he used four…
Even though January feels like the longest month, it offers encouragement. When I read the time and date site1 for our area, we’ve gained 15 minutes of daylight since I posted last week. With sun instead of clouds, it feels like much more. Enough time has passed since the holidays…