{This work of fiction is based on the framework of John 21:1-5.} It was a dreary but familiar rhythm. Peter cast out his net and heard it slap the surface and then hiss as it sunk. Hand over hand, Peter and John drew it back in scraping ropes over the hull. Slap. Hiss. Scrape. … [Read more...] about Frustrated Waiting
Bible Stories
Familiar Strangers of Holy Week
When it comes to the events of Holy Week and the Easter story, we sometimes find ourselves in the precarious place of overfamiliarity. On the one hand, familiarity is a gift. Knowing these parts of the Bible so well helps us understand other parts that are less celebrated. On the other hand, we … [Read more...] about Familiar Strangers of Holy Week
Who in the world is this?
{The framework of Scripture for this story is found in Mark 4:35-41, Matthew 8:23-27, and Luke 8:22-25} Andrew peeled his fingers off the oar and examined his pruned and blistered hands. Why were we so afraid!? Wasn't it obvious? Because I thought we were going to die! Water quietly … [Read more...] about Who in the world is this?
Silent Worship
{This work of fiction is based on the framework of Scripture found in Mark 4:35-41, Matthew 8:23-27, and Luke 8:22-25} Andrew couldn’t hear a thing over the howling wind and crashing waves. But he did see Jesus roll off the bench after Phillip shook him. Rain pounded the deck inside and … [Read more...] about Silent Worship
Propelling Fear
{This work of fiction is based on the framework of Scripture found in Mark 4:35-41, Matthew 8:23-27, and Luke 8:22-25} The wind ruffled the water and the sails began to flutter. Andrew, weary at the oars, cracked open one eye, and closed it again. There was little to see in the dark, but the … [Read more...] about Propelling Fear
Led into the Storm
{This work of fiction is based on the framework of Scripture found in Mark 4:35-41, Matthew 8:23-27, and Luke 8:22-25} The sun was setting, and the crowd was hungry. Jesus’s voice was growing hoarse, and Andrew could tell he was tired. For Jesus, it had been a long day of teaching. For … [Read more...] about Led into the Storm