Command has a way of revealing a person. It gives someone the authority to make decisions, direct the actions of others, and accept responsibility for consequences that may fall most heavily on those with less power. We often judge military leaders by their victories, their discipline, or their ability to accomplish a mission. Scripture offers … Continue reading The Weight of Command: Servant Leadership in the Biblical Tradition
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The Company One Keeps at the End of the World
There is a particular kind of question that appears harmless on its face and yet carries more weight than intended. The “zombie apocalypse” prompt is one of these. It is usually asked in jest, often answered quickly, and almost never revisited with any seriousness. Who are the three people you'd want at your side in … Continue reading The Company One Keeps at the End of the World
The Bag of Winds
There is a small moment in The Odyssey that I find myself returning to more often as I get older. I am not entirely sure why this one has stayed with me. It is not one of the famous scenes; it passes quickly, as if Homer knew its meaning required little elaboration, or perhaps as … Continue reading The Bag of Winds
