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praying the psalms: ancient words for modern mental health
When it comes to dealing with our mental health, there are few practices that have impact like that of praying the Psalms. That's right, I'm talking about that big book of ancient Hebrew poetry found right in the middle of the Bible. And it's amazing how it falls...
whoever receives: reflection on mark 9 + harriet starr cannon
Jesus said, “Whoever receives one child like this in My name receives Me" (In Mark 9). And we see that in action in the life of Harriet Starr Cannon, one of the first American nuns in the Anglican tradition (remembered on May 7th in the Episcopal Church). And these...
ancient church rhythms for mental health and peace
Let me start by throwing a few numbers at you. About 1 in 4 adults in the United States experience some level of mental illness each year, with approximately 13 million people reporting to have seriously considered suicide. And to make it worse, there's a great deal...
reflections on the catechism: the old covenant
In the Catechism (the Outline of the Faith) in the Book of Common Prayer, the third section of questions is about The Old Covenant. This follows the first section of the Catechism that explores God the Father. The Old Testament is full of messiness and leaves readers...
@ bibledude . May 26
"Whatever your work is, I encourage you to offer it, not for applause or recognition, but as an act of praise to the one who is present in the midst of it and blesses your harvest."
Read/watch more from my sermon on Psalm 67
👉 LINK IN BIO 👈
#ampreaching #sermon #psalm67 #episcopalchurch #episcopal #deacon #deaconlife #faithandwork #preachingdeacon
@ bibledude . May 25
It was SO great to worship and serve today at @stmaryangels alongside my good friend Rev Kev!
The people there are amazing and it`s a wonderful place to worship!
I preached on Psalm 67, which will be up on the blog soon, with a message straight from the heart of a deacon (one foot in the church, and one in the world). I pray that the Word settles into their hearts and minds, and that it blesses them in all they do in their daily work (no matter what it might be).
Looking forward to next time, @kbbartle!
#cfdiocese #episcopalchurch #deacon #deaconlife #ampreaching #psalm67 #easter6
@ bibledude . May 21
The blue birds are nesting in our backyard bird house again!
It`s one of my favorite things to see every Spring as everything starts blooming, we hear the chirps of all the birds, and the butterflies start fluttering around again.
It renews a sense of hope and promise in me. So I`m grateful for these little things.
#easternbluebird #birdhouselove #mybackyard #1000gifts #springvibes #birdsofinstagram #gratitude
@ bibledude . May 19
"Let us be the church our community would miss if we weren`t here… not for our programs, but because our love made a mark on it."
Check out the full sermon posted on the blog (LINK IN BIO)...
by this everyone will know: a sermon on a reading from john 13
#ampreaching #sermon #episcopalchurch #cfdiocese #prechingdeacon #john13 #jesus
@ bibledude . May 13
Examen Prayer is a centuries-old form of daily prayer developed by St. Ignatius of Loyola. It guides you through reflection on what`s happened in the last day and looking forward to what`s ahead in the next day.
We did a study on this prayer form with our @stedwardsepiscopal youth, and developed this poster as a guide to hang on your wall to help you remember the steps as you pray.
And this poster is available for purchase in our NEW online merch store (LINK IN BIO)... and a portion of the proceeds helps our fundraising that sends youth to bible camps and mission trip experiences.
#EYCmountdora #cfdioceseyouth #episcopalyouth #prayer #youthgroup #youthministry #cfdiocese
@ bibledude . May 9
"Whoever receives one child in My name receives Me." — Mark 9:37
In our midweek Eucharist, we reflected on this profound teaching of Jesus and the life of Harriet Starr Cannon, a pioneer of compassion in the Anglican tradition.
Harriet`s legacy reminds us that true greatness lies in humble service. She embraced the sick and the marginalized, embodying Christ`s call to welcome the least among us.
Let us be inspired to open our hearts to those in need, seeing Christ in every face.
🔗 Read more about Harriet Starr Cannon and our reflections on Mark 9 in the link in bio.
#HarrietStarrCannon #Mark9 #ServantLeadership #FaithInAction #EpiscopalChurch #MidweekMeditation #CompassionInChrist #ampreaching
@ bibledude . May 1
"The tree doesn`t exist without the soil. We don`t exist without Christ." 🌳✝️
We often look for spiritual growth in all the wrong places—programs, productivity, flashy experiences. But what if the real growth happens beneath the surface?
In Matthew 13, Jesus talks about seeds and soil. And in real life, it`s the topsoil—quiet, dark, and often overlooked—that makes growth possible.
💬 The same is true with Jesus. He may not always be flashy or loud, but He is the rich, nourishing presence we`re meant to be rooted in.
Without soil, a tree can`t stand. Without Christ, neither can we.
📖 Dive deeper into this reflection on spiritual grounding in my latest post.
🔗 Link in bio to read "Jesus is Like Topsoil"
#FaithRoots #SpiritualGrowth #JesusIsEnough #BibleReflection #ChristianLiving #Matthew13 #RootedInChrist #LiturgicalLife #FaithJourney
@ bibledude . Apr 28
Join us as we embark on a transformative journey with `Reflections on the Catechism: The Old Covenant`.
Let`s engage in meaningful discussions about faith, history, and our spiritual paths.
What questions do you have about the Old Covenant? Let`s talk!
NEW POST >> LINK IN BIO
#FaithDiscussion #OldCovenant
@ bibledude . Apr 26
I love having the chance to get #DubuGrey out into her natural habitat. Ocala National Forest is so full of beautiful spots like this to get some fresh air and enjoy nature.
Definitely feeling the need to do this more often.
#jeeplife #jeepwrangler #offroading #ocalanationalforest #halfmoonlake #outdooradventures #jeepwave
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A Message From Dan
What does it look like to live a Christian life? Like, TRULY live a Christian life? If I’m honest, I’m over the fake front of being a happy, blessed, and perfect person in order to impress others. Truth is, I’m a sinner who’s just trying to figure out how to do this without looking like an absolute fool. I think the Christian life is about admitting our brokenness, while raising our hand to say,”Here I am Lord! What would You have me do?” And that’s what this blog is all about… just a dude trying to do the best I can, and maybe hoping that you’re stumbling through the same journey. Maybe we can walk together.
Dan King
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