Gospel
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The Feast of the King
No one may see God and live. But here on the mountaintop the veil lifts, Seventy-odd souls feast upon sapphire radiance. They peer over heaven’s footstool. Eternity enters history. A carpenter on a hill breaks bread, Some 5,000 souls eat five loaves and two fish. They know only their hunger. The the beginning of all Continue reading
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The King’s Economy
Mark 12:13-17 Life in occupied territory Where does your loyalty lie? Senatus populusque Romani Idolatry in your pocket Talismans of promise. Ex nihilo, imago dei Render the reflection to the glory Glorious ruins reaching up to heaven How much do you owe? You belong, body and soul. Continue reading
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The King’s Observation
Mark 12:35-44 [fragmentation] Careful craving for admiration Honor at all costs. Hypocritical heart entangled In an identity of elevation. You matter Stripped of secular significance You matter. [wholeness] Behold the sacrificial heart More blessed by giving What only the Father sees, Beholding the risen King. You matter. Enfolded into life with the living Son of Continue reading
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The King’s Command
Mark 12:28-34 Hear, O Israel, what the Lord your God expects of you The fullness of law is a generosity transcending prohibition. Directing the currents of love Into the deep veins of your soul, Teaching you to kneel on the inside. Hear, O Israel, you do not love as you should Do you know Him Continue reading
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Sunday Sermon: Mark 5:21-43
“Do not be afraid, only believe” But I am small In this pressing sea of humanity. Why would you see me, Climbing and crawling in the teeming mass, Desperate and alone, I reach for a shred of Hope. Are you stopping here, for me? You know. Immediately. Oh what have I done? “Daughter, you are Continue reading
About Me
I’m Stephanie – a perpetual student and aspiring hobbit. I love language, literature, and theology. I’m happiest when surrounded with good food, good company, and things that grow.
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