Devotions based on Scot McKnight’s book, One.Life As a follower of Jesus, we are to devote our lives to His kingdom, to a life of loving God and loving others and to a society shaped by justice and peace. Jesus showed us what it is like to live in and pursue peace by the way…

Devotions based on Scot McKnight’s book, One.Life As a professor Scot McKnight was concerned for judging if someone got it right, according to his theology. But he found there is a vast difference between focusing on being right and focusing on being a follower of Jesus. Jesus was more about being absorbed in loving God…

Devotions based on Scot McKnight’s book, One.Life What does it mean to follow Jesus if we take His life and teachings seriously?  Jesus told many parables and they are more than simple illustrations. They are opportunities for God’s grace to enter into our lives to transform us. They may rattle our hearts if we listen…

Devotions based on Scot McKnight’s book, One.Life Jesus was a Dream Awakener. He startled people when He said,” The time has come, the kingdom of God is near, and repent and believe the good news!”  For Jesus the word kingdom meant God’s dream for this world come true. It’s not just about our experience with…

Devotions based on Scot McKnight’s book, One Life If we could do anything with our One.Life what would we do and what would it be?  What is worth so much we’d be willing to give our life to it?  Climbing the corporate ladder just isn’t enough. Money isn’t enough. Fame isn’t enough. Finding a person…

Devotions based on Trevor Hudson’s book, Discovering our Spiritual Identity Jesus had a passionate concern for people and recognized the image of God in every human being. He saw people as they were and as they could become. He acted towards others with respect and care. He enabled them to realize their sacredness and specialness…

Devotions based on Trevor Hudson’s book, Discovering our Spiritual Identity We open ourselves to heaven by letting go and letting God. When we die we are forced to let go of all we possess.  But throughout our lives there are also minor deaths which we can rehearse the art of letting go and letting God.…

Devotions from Trevor Hudson’s book, Discovering our Spiritual Identity We can begin to live an eternal life today, here and now in this world. We don’t have to wait until we die. We can open ourselves up to heaven through the practice of Being Still. We are encouraged to do that as it says in…

Devotions from Trevor Hudson’s book, Discovering our Spiritual Identity Our view of death and dying affects the quality of our present lives. Death is not the final word for it was defeated by the resurrection of Jesus. As His children we shall never die, in the sense that our spirit lives forever.  Our bodies may…

Devotions based on Trevor Hudson’s book, Discovering our Spiritual Identity Our words are important and in Prov. 18:21 says “Death and life are in the power of the tongue.” When used carefully words can be used to reveal ourselves, to build community, and to bring healing. When used carelessly, they can create confusion, hurt others,…