Wanderman in the Wilderness

God's word applied in the world.

Did Jesus Celebrate Chanukah? No Doubt!

Being a preacher who grew up Jewish, I often get asked questions about the links between Judaism and Jesus. Around this time of year, the question usually gets asked, “Did Jesus celebrate Chanukah?” To that, I respond, “No doubt!” But maybe our definition of “celebrate” needs discussion. Here’s the Cliff’s […]

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All Things are Ready, Come to the Feast

“When you give a luncheon or a dinner, do not invite your friends or your brothers or your relatives or rich neighbors, otherwise they may also invite you in return and that will be your repayment. But when you give a reception, invite the poor, the crippled, the lame, the […]

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