Category Archives: Christian Living

Will You Drink of the Excellent Wine?

Posted on January 17, 2016 by the Rev'd Dr SG Rindahl

For years and years, I have heard the story of the Wedding Feast at Cana. It is the story of Jesus’ first miracle – turning water into wine. The story is great and you can find the full story here. … Continue reading →

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The Unending Bread

Posted on January 16, 2016 by the Rev'd Dr SG Rindahl

Have you heard the story about when Jesus fed the 5,000? It is a truly amazing story. Jesus is being followed by the crowds. Some want to be healed, some want their family members and friends to be healed, and … Continue reading →

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Where Have Your Feet Taken You

Posted on December 13, 2015 by the Rev'd Dr SG Rindahl

 Feet are strange. You would think that they are all about the same but that is not true. Everyone has seen ugly feet and everyone has seen good-looking feet. There are flat feet and highly arched feet. There are feet … Continue reading →

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Making God in Our Own Image

Posted on August 5, 2015 by the Rev'd Dr SG Rindahl

In the Bible it says that God made man in His own image.  What I have seen a lot of is the opposite – man making God in his own image. I grew up in a neighborhood that was

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How Important is Heritage?

Posted on July 11, 2015 by the Rev'd Dr SG Rindahl

The “it is heritage” trope is getting a bit old. I suppose it is to be expected from non-Christians but from all those who claim to be in Christ an allegiance so strong to anything/anyone other than the Kingdom of … Continue reading →

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Your Wounds are Healed by the Wounds of Christ

Posted on October 27, 2014 by the Rev'd Dr SG Rindahl

The Bible says, Jesus “himself bore our sins in his body on the tree, that we might die to sin and live to righteousness. By his wounds you have been healed.” (1 Peter 2:24)

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You Are A Dog

Posted on August 11, 2014 by the Rev'd Dr SG Rindahl

How would you feel if the most important person you know called you a dog?

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Why the Crucifix?

Posted on August 9, 2014 by the Rev'd Dr SG Rindahl

When I was growing up I heard a lot of comments from a variety of sources raising concern with the practice of some denominations to use the crucifix as an emblem of Christian faith. “The problem with _________ is that … Continue reading →

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Words to a New Priest

Posted on April 27, 2014 by the Rev'd Dr SG Rindahl

You will preach the Word of Christ and people will hear His voice You will celebrate the Sacrament of the Eucharist and

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The Unknown Priest

Posted on April 24, 2014 by the Rev'd Dr SG Rindahl

This photo hangs near my desk in my office at work. I have no idea who it is or when it was taken. The subject is a young priest and obviously

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