Jesus' teaching on money is hard for the 21st century Christian to hear. Much of our culture is focused on getting and having enough. Worry about financial security continues to confront families in poverty and in wealth. In this sense,…
Greed continues to plague the human condition. For thousands of years human beings have often been gripped by their fear of loss and security. This fear gives rise to the practice of greed which sees the “self” as the center.…
Being thankful and expressing gratitude do not come easy for all of us. They are both expressions of deeper commitments we have each made. Thanksgiving and gratitude exist because of our commitments to compassion, grace, humility, and most of all,…
Gratitude and generosity work in a cycle. More gratitude brings more generosity. More generosity brings more gratitude. This life-giving cycle is at the very heart of God who offers Jesus as an act of generosity. God is the supreme giver.…
Today's episode highlights the beautiful cycle of gratitude and generosity. In this short story from John's gospel we find Mary with a heart filled with gratitude for what Jesus has done and what he is yet to do. She offers…
During our holiday pause today, consider the gift of yourself that you can uniquely offer to others. Find a way to give it away with a generous spirit tomorrow. Redefine “Black Friday” as a day when you will lift someone…
The age of social media often invites us to make statements about politics, injustice, etc. Often we feel that the opinion we have on something equates with fruitful action about it. John the Baptist makes it clear in his witness…
A heart full of gratitude reveals itself in a life full of generosity. Too often we practice generosity for short-sighted reasons. Dive deep into what you are truly thankful for and find the true joy of sharing.