Devotions & Reflections

Are we allowed to change our minds about God, religion and church?   Looking at Christian history, the traditions and practices of the church have changed many times over the centuries, and Jesus himself brought new understanding about who God is and what God is doing in our communities.   How do we change, when sometimes change has more to do with our preferences and fashions than with God’s timeless truth?   The Book of Acts has a couple of stories about big debates and cha

In Denmark, there is a word, "hygge", that means something like "coziness." It is a culture of creating a warm and cozy home life, where people feel safe and relaxed and comfortable. Many websites and influencers today refer to hygge and encourage American consumers to create a cozy home environment. In the dark days of January, when it is so cold, a hygge home is wonderful to return to each day. Warm blankets, crackling fireplaces - either real or on the TV, hot coffee and