Sometimes you hear it said that “Kids don’t want your presents; they want your presence.” It’s a word-play on the fact that presents and presence sound the same but are spelled differently. The statement itself is true, but only partially. I have kids. Many of you have kids. If you told them at their birthday … Continue reading Presence—not religious box-ticking
being present
Be present
When it comes to Christianity and the Bible, some topics get all the attention—like the apocalypse, the latest social justice issue, or heaven and hell. “Abiding in Christ” is not usually on that list. And yet, Jesus tells us to do it. “Abide in me, and I in you” (John 15:4). It’s about closely cultivating … Continue reading Be present
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