

The failed Samaritan
In the parable of the Good Samaritan, Jesus redefined the meaning of “neighbor” as the one who showed compassion. Then he added “Go and do likewise.” Of all Jesus’ parables, this is the only one where he added that phrase.

This little light of mine
When we find ourselves, we find joy. We discover a testimony of grace planted in our hearts by the living God. When we find the little lights of ours, we cannot but let them shine. On this Trans Day of Visibility, find that light, and let it shine.

Weekly religion news roundup (March 14-20, 2025)
Each Friday in The Christian Citizen, we publish a Religion News Roundup with summaries of religion news stories and links for those who want to read more.

Pressing on into Lent
I need to find the holy in my semi-dark kitchen while I wait to pour 12 ounces of consolation into my cup. I need to escape into whatever wilderness I can, away from it all, while the world appears to burn around me.