I am reading the book Miraculous Abundance, which advocates for local sourcing, autonomy, and self-sufficiency to increase welfare and security. This sounds good, but I think that the Genesis creation narrative presents a different vision: God intended for humans to trust in His provision rather than strive for self-reliance.

Our fixer-upper house gets a bathroom remodel and a reflection on our Father, the ultimate remodeler.

A short exploration of the parallels between the stories of Creation, the Flood, and the Exodus, highlighting the continuous theme of God's judgement and mercy. The image of God's wind/breath/spirit, present in the Creation story, is a recurring motif, symbolizing God's power to give and restore life.