Author: bcp
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You need to read the book, “Bonhoeffer: Pastor, Martyr, Prophet, Spy.” I was introduced to the book during a couple talks [1] [2] by the author, Eric Metaxas. Admittedly, I was a bit intimidated by such a lengthy, historical biography. But his stories and wit captured my interest, and thankfully he did not betray that style…
Read More: Bonhoeffer: Pastor, Martyr, Prophet, Spy1,086 words–
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(As part of the annual Good Friday service at our church, someone shares a short reflection on each of the Seven Last Words of Jesus. This year I was asked to share my thoughts on Matthew 27:46.) “About the ninth hour Jesus cried out in a loud voice, ‘Eloi, Eloi, lama sabachthani?’—which means, ‘My God,…
Read More: Forsaken: A Good Friday Reflection904 words–
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When we first decided to move to Virginia, we assumed the majority of our new friendships would come through whatever church we joined. As such, we were anxious to find a church home. As it turns out, this wasn’t the only assumption of the move we got wrong. Church (S)hopping As was the case with…
Read More: Finding a Church, From Peanut Butter to Potblessings2,745 words–
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