The leader of the synagogue was indignant when Jesus introduced the new reality of healing on the Sabbath. Exactly what is a new reality? A rich man and his wife … Read More

In the days of transportation by stage coach, sometimes on a steep mountain road, the driver would stop to let the horses rest.  Then he would tell his passengers,“Everybody out.  … Read More

The land of Turkey was in the fourth century a stronghold of Christianity. Still visible from that era is a cemetery with readable headstones.  On one is carved, “Here sleeps … Read More

The great pyramids were elaborately furnished by the Pharaohs for their trip beyond the grave. There is no record that those preparations had any value for the deceased. So I … Read More

A disciple said, “Lord, teach us to pray.” A lot of well-meaning people want to have a specifically Christian prayer before city council meetings, or before a collegiate ball game, … Read More

Jesus disappointed her with his answer that Mary was right in listening to him, while Martha was giving her attention and concern to things of less importance. Now, let’s be … Read More

We come now to a remembrance and thanksgiving for the life and witness of the Reverend Robert William Busch. His speech forever revealed that he was born and raised in … Read More

For the last 10 years, Anne MacArthur and I have come to know Pastor Busch very well.  Anne worked with him 2-3 days a week, and he and I talked on … Read More

The parable is much more than a display of mindless meanness on one hand, and the milk of human kindness on the other. Jesus is on his way to Jerusalem, … Read More

Our family once had a neighbor who sometimes wanted to stay inside her home with peace and quiet for herself — unless there was a real emergency. She would put … Read More