Advent Reflections: Love

Advent Reflections: Love

I have been crucified with Christ. I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God who loves me and gave himself for me. Galatians 2:19b-20 Merry Christmas! Today, my wife and I are enjoying the hospitality of...
Love as Union: Defining a Concept

Love as Union: Defining a Concept

Anyone who seriously seeks to follow Jesus knows that he or she is called to love.  We are called to love God and neighbor (Mark 12:28-31 and parallels).  We are called to love those who share our identity as followers of Christ (John 15:1-17, among many other texts)....
Where Was God on the Worst Day of My Life?

Where Was God on the Worst Day of My Life?

January 16, 2017 was supposed to be a day full of joy and anticipation. It turned out to be the worst day of my life. On that day, my wife and I were going to the doctor. We were not supposed to be able to have children, and, due to our advanced age and the risk for...