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What Is Ash Wednesday?

"...For you were made from dust, and to dust you will return." - Genesis 3:19(b) Today, as you go about your day, you might see something a bit strange on the foreheads of some of the people a…
A Quick Lenten Question

By Sam at Creative Theology What are you up to in your spare time? Or… What has your attention right now? Of course, I ask this during a reflective season in the Church calendar. Do you find yourself engaged…
Poison Ivy, Metaphors and Observing Lent

By Sam at Creative Theology I did some yard work last weekend, and ended up covered in poison ivy. I’m sure there’s a metaphor there, but I’m not sure what it is…and I’m too itchy to th…
The Problem With Lent and Why It’s So Great

By Sam at Creative Theology This is the 20th daily reflection on Lent. As I admitted last week, I missed a post, so this should be the 21st. And since I’m not posting on Sundays, that means that we are more tha…
Lent and Rhythm

By Sam at Creative Theology I have no rhythm when it comes to spiritual disciplines. I understand the importance of daily prayer, scripture reading, and reflection. I understand the difference these spiritual disciples c…
When Grace Stirs Up the Dust

By Stephanie Smith On Ash Wednesday, they got my order wrong at Starbucks. I had taken my cup back to my seat before I realized it, and hesitated, pausing there in my black dress which I thought I would wear, being appro…
It’s A New Day

By Sam at Creative Theology This is a guest post from Jay Caruso. I’m a huge fan of Jay’s. He’s a great guy and a great photographer. Lent is typically associated with periods of fasting and giving…
The Cage of Self-Absorption

By Sharon at SheWorships The longer I am a Christian the more I am convinced I spend too much time thinking about myself. Each day, how much time do I give to thinking about my clothes, my hair, my make-up, my body? Oh…
An End of the Year Reflection

By Naomi at Talking Christian My poetry is probably on par with my singing and guitar playing; I like it, but it’s not great!Anyway, haven’t written one for many years. In fact, the last one was probably New…
Dare To Say It: Encouragement to Write

By Bonnie at Faith Barista Are you looking to renew your passion to put pen to paper — or journal your walk of faith? I’d love to encourage you in your journey with words and I’m offering faith as insp…