Beautiful Dust

"Somewhere in my dust heap there's a richness." – John Steinbeck


Mark

  • 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

  • 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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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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