Tag: Faith
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Steady in the Signal: Faith, Work, and Building What Lasts
The writer reflects on a week spent working on technical infrastructure and draws parallels to spiritual leadership. Engaging with Jesus’ interaction with the Samaritan woman, they emphasize the importance of grace, truth, and building a solid foundation in a time of division and outrage. The call is for faithfulness, resilience, and accountability in both personal…
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When the Work Changes: Faithfulness in a Season of ALS
There are moments in ministry when the work does not increase—it changes. This is one of those moments. Recently, we learned that Bob Cash has been diagnosed with ALS. Those three letters carry weight far beyond their size. They bring grief, uncertainty, and a future that must now be approached more slowly and more gently…
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January 31, 2026 Life at a glance
The writer reflects on a recent shift in their approach to faith and Scripture, emphasizing depth over speed. They advocate for a patient, relational Christian life marked by humility, obedience, and love. The author encourages attentive reading, honest prayer, and trust in God, distinguishing this journey from anxiety-driven urgency.
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Life story
To anyone reading this: May you know that you are not alone in your struggle. May you learn earlier than I did that asking for help honors both the giver and the receiver.
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The Two Competing Liturgies
James K.A. Smith’s “Desiring the Kingdom” emphasizes that our identities and desires are shaped more by our practices, or “liturgies,” than by beliefs. While church practices promote Christ-like identity, cultural liturgies foster anxiety, anger, and division. True identity is found “in Christ,” which offers freedom from societal definitions and tribal loyalty.
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How Jesus Would Engage Today: A Scripture-Grounded Framework
The content discusses Jesus’ methods of engagement with authority and community. He distinguished between earthly and divine kingdoms, confronted injustice, and showed compassion to the broken. Jesus avoided political binaries and created a countercultural community focused on love, emphasizing the announcement of God’s kingdom over any political agenda.
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When the end of me is reached
The author seeks divine guidance to slow down their thoughts and discern between fear and wisdom. They express a desire for patience, clarity, and the ability to rest amidst anxiety. The prayer emphasizes trust in God’s pace instead of succumbing to pressure, anchoring hope in faithfulness.
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“Held, Even Here”
Bob’s journey encompasses enduring pain, delayed care, and uncertainty. While healing may not occur in the conventional sense, life retains its purpose and dignity. The Christian narrative emphasizes companionship through suffering, where presence offers solace. Bob is valued and supported through prayer, embodying faith, strength, and hope despite limitations.
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When Fear Produces Wisdom: The Moral Shock of the Shrewd Manager
Jesus’ parable of the Shrewd Manager illustrates the tension between moral wrongdoing and urgent accountability. While the manager is corrupt, his eventual recognition of reality leads to praise for clarity under pressure. Ultimately, the lesson challenges believers to prioritize stewardship over ownership and live with a sense of eternal urgency, examining their true motivations.
John Hargrove Seeking Truth and Reality 