Since September 11, 2001, our nation has been at war. Upward of 150,000 troops are fighting in Afghanistan and Iraq.… READ MORE

The ultimate goal of the Christian life is to see God face to face.   Christian theologians call this sight… READ MORE

“Purity of heart,” wrote Soren Kierkegaard, “is to will one thing.”   I thought of that quote while watching triathletes… READ MORE

What does it mean to be merciful? And what is the connection between being merciful and being shown mercy? Both… READ MORE

We Americans live in a meritocratic society, and in many ways this is a good thing.   Fifty years ago,… READ MORE

What’s the best meal you’ve ever eaten? And where did you eat it?   I’ve eaten some great meals at… READ MORE

Are you hungry but uncertain whether you will have food to eat? Then the fourth beatitude is for you. “Blessed… READ MORE

What “earth” will the meek inherit (Matt. 5.5)?   The answer seems obvious; there is only one Planet Earth. But… READ MORE

“Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth” (Matt. 5.5). Who are “the meek,” and what “earth” will… READ MORE

According to Jesus, God blesses those who mourn by comforting them (Matt. 5.4). Two questions arise: How does God comfort… READ MORE