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Happy Son-Day!!! Amos 5:24 – “But let justice roll down like waters, and righteousness like an ever-flowing stream.” You will always find the "Good News" here Go Time! Let Justice Roll Down Like Waters Last week, I veered into local happenings, a bit unusual for this blog since I try to avert politics. But when people are shot, killed, blinded, kidnapped, brutalized, incarcerated, or even disappeared for simply exercising their constitutional rights, silence isn’t an option. I feel both motivated and obligated to speak up for the oppressed. This Monday, we’ll celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and it’s hard not to think about how Dr. King lived out his faith with courage. He spoke boldly for the marginalized and the oppressed, echoing the heart of Scripture. The Bible is full of voices calling for justice: Amos, Isaiah, Jeremiah, Micah, Zechariah, and Ezekiel. These prophets didn’t whisper about injustice; they confronted it head‑on. Yet historically, many believers, and ...

Good Son-Day!!! Micah 6:8   Leaders, God has told you what is good. What does the Lord ask of you but to do what is fair and to love kindness, and to walk without pride with your God. You will always find the "Good News" here. A Foodie Run Iniquitous Governance: A Call to Justice and Prayer Iniquitous Governance —meaning evil, unjust, and cruel leadership is not a new phenomenon. It has plagued societies since the first governments were formed. Even in the United States, where the Declaration of Independence proclaimed that “all men are created equal,” enslaved people were treated as property. Ten of the first twelve presidents owned slaves, and the Supreme Court upheld this injustice. Our history reminds us that injustice in leadership is not rare, it is recurring. History Echoes Today Sadly, this pattern continues. Just this past week in the Twin Cities, we witnessed another tragedy that cannot be justified. A government agency, tasked with apprehending undocumented indivi...

Good Son-Day!!! 24 Inches of Snowfall so far this season; last season total was 29 inches You will always find the Good News here. You Don't Know Jack Reaching the Next Plateau: Striking Complacency Life has a way of surprising us with quirky moments. Recently, due to some unusual customer behavior I observed, my wife decided I am officially banned from shopping at Cub Foods. Yes, banished from my favorite grocery store! So now, my adventures will continue at Hy-Vee, where I’m sure plenty of customer shenanigans await. But beyond grocery store drama, the new year has me thinking about something deeper: spiritual maturity. As I began preparing for my resolutions, I reflected on what Scripture calls “perfection.” In the Bible, perfection isn’t about being flawless; it’s about growth as a follower of Christ and as a human being. Jesus expects growth and productivity from His followers. In Mark 11:12-14 , we see this illustrated: 12 The next morning as they were leaving Bethany, Jesus...

Happy Son-Day!!! Isaiah 43:19 "See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland." A perfect passage for starting the year  with faith that God is creating new opportunities. You will always find Good News here. For This Prestigious Occasion  Charting the New Year  with the Perfect Resolution:  Answering God's Call in Everyday Moments After church this morning, I stopped by Cub Foods to grab a few things. As I walked toward my car in the parking lot, I noticed a minivan backing out of its space. The driver misjudged the distance and  crunch! He hit the front bumper of a Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon. The sound made me wince. Then, to my shock, the motorist began pulling away as if nothing happened, a hit-and-run in progress. I yelled, "Hey, you hit that car!" He kept moving. I yelled again, louder, loud enough for the whole parking lot to hear. Bystanders started looking over. The mot...

Good Son-day!!! Luke 2:10-11 "But the angel said to them, ‘Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord.’"  You will always find "Good News" Here. Jo His Wife! The Advent-age is Yours! Rediscovering Hope, Peace, and Love in Every Moment As we step into this beautiful season, my hope is that your Christmas this year will be the best you’ve ever experienced. Picture this: Music filling the air —Christmas songs playing all day through your Google Nest or Amazon Echo. Voices lifted in harmony —singing carols at a Christmas Eve service. (Fun fact: Christmas in Latin means Christ Mass , or Christ Church Service.) The aroma of the season —clove, pine, and nutmeg scented candles wafting through your home. A feast to remember —prime rib, crab legs, ham, Cornish hen, collard greens, mac & cheese (wet or dry), a red gelatin treat, strawberry-top...

Good Son-Day!!! Embracing the Sub-zero Weather You will always find the "Good News" here. Sub-Zero Grit! A Cup of Cheer Over the past few weeks, my messages have focused on rising above bad behavior, choosing grace over grudge, peace over conflict, and love over judgment. As we enter the 12 Days of Christmas, our focus shifts to something even more powerful: becoming a compelling witness for Christ. This week, I invite you to embrace the idea of being charismatic, not just in personality, but in spirit. A charismatic witness is someone whose genuine charm and personal magnetism naturally draws others toward Christ. It’s about living in such a way that your presence: Inspires others to seek God Encourages positive change in behavior Brightens someone’s day with kindness and love In the spirit of Christmas, remember this: an act of kindness isn’t just a good deed, it’s a daily expectation. Every day presents an opportunity to reflect God’s love through our actions, words, and a...