leaving . . .

Lao Tzu, archivist at the imperial library in China, wrote that ‘the journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step’

Listening to the preacher

Erasmus: “I see how simple people, who hang open-mouthed on the lips of the preacher, yearn for food for the soul, eager to learn how they can go home better people” – just like today!

Shame

Brene Brown speaks of shame as 'the fear of disconnection'. It's certainly there at its core. She speaks, further, of blame as 'a way to discharge pain and discomfort'. Interesting!

Rain and suffering

Andy Percey's new book, When Rain Falls Like Lead, is being launched this weekend. It's a very moving account of suffering and knowing the presence of Jesus. For those who suffer it is reassurance of the love of a gracious God; for those who are not presently suffering it's a reminder to keep away from trite and pretentious sentiments! Well worth a read!

worship

King of glory, King of peace,
I will love you;
and that love may never cease,
I will move you

Let all the world in every corner sing,
'My God and King!'

George Herbert

worth a read!

Scott McKnight on Brian Harris, the Tortoise Usually Wins - see this blog!
http://www.patheos.com/blogs/jesuscreed/2013/06/05/a-more-common-kind-of-leader/

Faith

Faith is 'a living, daring confidence in God's grace' - Martin Luther