Today, we hug loved ones a little tighter and know that we are always stronger together. To this city that we love, and to everyone affected by that day 21 years ago, our hearts are forever with you. #NeverForget ❤
Repeatedly in the gospels, Jesus presents a kingdom that has all kinds of economic ramifications rooted in forgiveness, generosity, and renunciation.
But meritocracy, greed, and idolatry have a way of blurring the beauty and radical nature of this kingdom vision.
Give yourself permission to fail! Whether it's basketball, business, child rearing, or personal finance, it's going to take practice to develop a skill. You have to learn to value the process more than the result. So go out there and fail, laugh it off, and then try again.
Other people matter a great deal in how safe we feel with the Lord. Many people have lost intimacy with God through believers who wounded them in God's name. If this is your story, you're not alone. Our closest relationships have a profound impact on our spiritual life.
So many here seem to be at a breaking point.
Things are so heavy and it hurts.
It is often a low priority, but please take steps to mind your mental health today.
I love you, I care about you.