Jesus was about soft power. He came into Palm Sunday on a donkey. Everything he owned he was wearing. He inspired love, community, cooperation, healing. Breaking bread was how he reached the hearts and souls of people. All of those things set an example for us to live our lives with love and peace and to be good neighbors. Jesus turned over tables as a means of justice and fairness. Holy chaos was his thing. We should be about soft power and some holy chaos.
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A Palm Sunday Reflection – It’s Good Chaos
It’s Palm Sunday, and it’s where Jesus is brought in with laud and honor and by Friday he’s been nailed on a cross, died and buried. To me, it’s a story of how things can change quickly. As I think about this whole Holy Week thing is that Jesus knows what is going to happen but remains faithful. His disciples by the end of the week are wondering what in the hell is going on. They gave up their lives to follow him, and he’s being prosecuted as a criminal in the minds of the state. The only thing Jesus was guilty of was upsetting the status quo. Jesus was always good at creating good chaos wherever He went. Palm Sunday is just the beginning of it all, so perhaps today should be seen as chaos.
Something About Fast Food
Fast food is a convenience, but it is a hassle too when your order is given to you incomplete when going through the drive thru. It happens so much lately.
There is sometimes difficulty being understood when placing your order especially when you have questions, and you are in a rush. Then you get to the window to pay and get your order, they hand it to you, and you check your bag and there are no condiments that you asked for and no flatware that should be there. Sometimes food is missing and that is a whole other level of inconvenience.
I hate to complain, but that is the only way you can be heard when your order is incomplete. Also, fast food is getting more expensive too.
I do feel for those who work in those restaurants because I worked for McDonald’s when in college. I just wish service was better, that isn’t too much to ask.
Happy 3rd Gotcha Day, Frankie Boy Dog!
We adopted this little boy dog from the Chattanooga Humane Society three years ago. Frankie has been an endless source of light and fun in our lives. He has also been a mess and loves to play especially with his impressive collection of toys. We love you boy, thank you for choosing us.
Adopt, don’t shop!
Just Being Ourselves, Acting Weird
This is for my fellow weirdos who want to just be themselves, no matter what. Keep your freak flag flying fellows.
Welcome Back, Call The Midwife
Call The Midwife is one of my favorite shows. It’s the best faith-based show on television. It airs on PBS in the United States and it’s appointment viewing. Sunday nights are best with the Sisters, midwives, and nurses of the Nonnatus House in Poplar, London, UK.
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