Sep 19, 2022 | Uncategorized
In first century Judea, most people thought they knew what was needed to make Israel great again: a strong Messiah who would rise up against Israel’s enemies, within and without, and rule the world with peace and justice from Jerusalem. That Jesus initially seemed...
Sep 19, 2022 | Uncategorized
Invitation from Rabbi Lynn Gottlieb Dear friends, This year I am offering a once a month class called Jewish Tribal Visions Beyond Zionism. First class begins this Thursday at 6 PM PST on zoom. As we prepare for the high holidays, join me in the work...
Sep 16, 2022 | Uncategorized
"The wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord." Romans 6:23 It's amazing how a "framework" can constrain how we understand a piece of text. For example, 2×4 is either 8 or a piece of...
Sep 16, 2022 | Uncategorized
Something really interesting about discipleship from its inception. Jesus doesn’t allow his followers to think of themselves as revolutionaries. Practically speaking, they are stuck with the consequences of Israel’s failures. This is the context of their life and...
Aug 25, 2022 | Uncategorized
Salvation: Love's Restoration – by Craig Stephens "Love is everything." William Booth (Founder, Salvation Army) Revelation Here is the revelation that is shaping my life today: love does everything to recapture my...
Aug 23, 2022 | Uncategorized
A dramatization of Matthew 16:13-23 The fresh afternoon air filled Peter’s lungs deeply before he exhaled in a sigh of contentment. The satisfaction of vindication. Oh how good it felt to finally have the Master approve of his position among the other...
