St. Luke's Day I

For They Too Pray

There may come a time when recovery lies in the hands of physicians, for they too pray to the Lord.

— Sirach 38:13–14

I'll Show Them!

When Winning Becomes the Wrong Goal

“The Pharisees went and plotted to entrap Jesus in what he said.” 

— Matthew 22:15

The Labor of Love

What Does Your Faith Make Possible?

…your work of faith and labor of love and steadfastness of hope in our Lord Jesus Christ.

— 1 Thessalonians 1:3

A God I Didn't Make

Justice, Righteousness, and the Creator of Heaven

O mighty King, lover of justice, you have established equity; you have executed justice and righteousness in Jacob.

— Psalm 99

As for all the gods of the nations, they are but idols; but it is the Lord who made the heavens.

— Psalm 96

The View from Behind

Recognizing God in Hindsight

You cannot see my face; for no one shall see me and live.

— Exodus 33

I arm you, though you do not know me.

— Isaiah 45

The People Who Show Up

When the Invitation Goes Beyond the Family

They went out into the streets and gathered all whom they found, both good and bad; so the wedding hall was filled with guests.

— Matthew 22

I Choose Gentleness

And Sometimes That Means Walking Away

Let your gentleness be known to everyone. The Lord is near.

— Philippians 4