an unlikely Christmas passage {luke 1:67-79}

Tucked in between Mary’s famous Magnificat (Luke 1:46-55) and “the Christmas story” (Luke 2) lies a prayer/prophecy that is often overlooked. At least, I’ve overlooked it every year. Luke 1:67-79 outline another prayer, but this one is spoken by Zechariah, the father of Jesus’ forerunner, John. I’m still trying to memorize this prayer, but the …

Why Is It Weird To Pray?

I was behind the counter at work when I heard it. A fellow coworker, upon receiving a check, was praying—out loud. I didn’t hear all the words. My thoughts were louder. Ummmmmm . . . what is he doing? That’s so weird. The thoughts were automatic. They shocked me. They rebuked me. But they made me …