Similar to a previous peacemaker, Gautama Buddha, Christ Jesus creates a seismic shift in human history. This Sunday’s Transfiguration is one expression of that shift. Its seismic nature however is not appreciated by Biblical fundamentalists who write commentaries on the event. They diminish both Jesus and the Transfiguration. They do so by interpreting both as … Continue reading “Moses, Elijah, and Muhammad; Not Jesus”
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Christ Is Among Us
John the Baptist is portrayed as devoted in his mission – to make Christ known. Yet the Gospel also portrays John as not being entirely sure who Christ Jesus is, saying twice, “I did not know him.” John is willing to let the Spirit open him to Christ’s Presence. To be both devoted in our … Continue reading “Christ Is Among Us”