Our experiences in this life can be pretty grand. Let us count the ways this world delights us: sunsets, flowers, falling in love, the birth of a child, birthday cake, Christmas lights, shade trees, the Grand Canyon, our favorite song, that new car smell, friendship, Thanksgiving dinner, holding hands, joyful news.

Our God is very much into “forever.” Maybe if you’re an eternal Being you appreciate not having to do things twice.

There’s never been a good time to be an outsider. Social systems are designed to benefit members, and the welfare of outlying parties is not a consideration—normally, that is.

Saint Peter is elevated to our attention for at least nine crucial Matthean moments. This gospel is invested in the development of a singular disciple destined to become the keeper of the keys.

Certain scripture passages can make us feel rather foolish. Listening to the prophet today we realize we’ve all been thirsty—and yet have, at times, obstinately and self-destructively refused to “come to the water.”

There’s something about buried treasure that stirs the imagination of children everywhere—children of all ages, I should say.

The wheat and the weeds grow up together: That is a succinct description of human history. Certainly it was true in Jesus’ own biography.

Storytelling is a time-honored occupation.

There's a saying in Haiti that sums up many conversations there: Life is hard, but God is good.

Loyalty is a quality we value highly. We want our friends to be loyal. We expect our families to be. We hope for some modicum of reliability from bosses or employees.