by Steve Thomason | Jan 15, 2016 | Devos
The Journey reading for today is John 14:22-31. Here we see a classic dialogue between Jesus and a disciple. Judas (not the one who betrayed Jesus) asks a direct question and Jesus does not give a straight answer. Isn’t that frustrating? Let’s look at this...
by Steve Thomason | Jan 14, 2016 | Animation
I’m preaching on Mark 4:1-20 this weekend, so I reread the text right before I went on my walk. This animation unfolded in my mind. I had no meetings scheduled today (until 6:00pm), so it was the perfect opportunity to make it happen. I started by drawing the...
by Steve Thomason | Jan 14, 2016 | Devos
We saw in yesterday’s reading that the key word to missional theology is dwelling. The dwelling place of God is not a physical location, but the dynamic relationship between God, Jesus, and the disciples. But, how do we do that? Today’s reading, John...
by Steve Thomason | Jan 13, 2016 | Devos
The Journey readings for this month are from my favorite section of the entire Bible. It is the intimate conversation Jesus has with his disciples on the night he is betrayed and arrested. It starts in chapter 13 where Jesus washes the disciples’ feet as a...
by Steve Thomason | Jan 12, 2016 | Devos
The Gospel of Mark is a strange and wonderful way to encounter the story of Jesus’ life. He bursts into the scene in the first part of chapter 1 with the heavens tearing open, a 40-day wrestling match with the adversary, and a bold proclamation that the Kingdom...
by Steve Thomason | Jan 9, 2016 | Bible
Mark 1:1-20 The first step in bible study is to observe the text. Read through it a few times and make note of what the text actually says. Then ask questions of the text. Here is a quick example of how I worked through Mark 1:1-20: vv. 1-3. Mark connects this story...
by Steve Thomason | Jan 8, 2016 | Art
Did you know you can paint on a wall without leaving a trace of the painting when you’re done? I have been given a unique opportunity to demonstrate this fact. Christ the King Lutheran Church in New Brighton, MN invited me to be a guest artist at their...
by Steve Thomason | Jan 6, 2016 | Devos
Happy New Year Devo Readers! I am very pleased to announce that we will read through the Gospel of Mark this season. Here’s my challenge: Read the Gospel of Mark as many times as you can between now and Ash Wednesday. Read it in multiple translations. Hint: when...
by Steve Thomason | Jan 5, 2016 | sermons2016
What does it take to follow God well? Dallas Willard tells us that it requires Vision, Intention, and Means. This sermon explores how we can cultivate a deeper relationship with God, ourselves, our neighbors, and the world in the New Year. View the PowerPoint...
by Steve Thomason | Jan 4, 2016 | Art
We started a group called the Art of Grace this past fall. It is a gathering of creative people for the purpose of celebrating and inspiring creativity. We recognize that creativity is a gift from God that reflects the very essence of the Creator. We seek ways to use...
