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From Dust to Redemption: The Meaning of Ash Wednesday

...neself in pride, they serve as a reminder that “you are dust, and to dust you shall return.” Yes, it is a visible sign, but it is one that calls the individual — and the community — to repentance and grace. Ash Wednesday Today In contemporary traditional Christianity, Ash Wednesday remains a significant day of reflection and devotion. Even in an increasingly secular society, many people — including those who might not attend church regularly — participate in the service, recognising its deep spiritual and historical significance. Many years ago, when I was a child, even non-religious people and things on TV were talking about what t...

David, Saul, And How We Respond To Broken Leadership

...rupted by pride, fear, and violence. David, chosen to succeed him, spent years running for his life from Saul’s jealous rage. One day, David found Saul alone and vulnerable in a cave. His men urged him to strike Saul down and end the conflict. But David refused: “I will not raise my hand against my lord; for he is the Lord’s anointed.” (1 Samuel 24:10) Instead of killing Saul, David cut off a piece of his robe to prove he could have harmed him, but didn’t. In doing so, he demonstrated a real form of nonviolent resistance. He stood firm against Saul’s injustice without resorting to injustice himself, and acted in a way that could try to humble Saul...

Humble without the #hashtag

...r full of pride on social media by declaring every good deed you do with a slogan for all to see.   Do good, but do it because the love of Christ compels you. Don't do it with the motive and purpose of being seen in order to attract praise. This is not the way of Christ.   There's no need to hashtag your life and good deeds if you're doing things with the right motives, since what you do privately, God will see and know and reward you for that (Matt 6:3-4). There's also no need to start campaigns against non issues in the name of Jesus, either.   Do things right, and do things that Jesus actually cared about and wanted to be challenged and changed wi...