The History of Hell
Julius Shumpert Julius Shumpert

The History of Hell

The history of our modern ideas of Hell is a long and controversial one. Naturally, there is disagreement on interpretation around what exactly Hell is.

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How to Practice Lectio Divina
Julius Shumpert Julius Shumpert

How to Practice Lectio Divina

The Method of St. Ignatius is similar to a mental flannel board. It's a way of using your senses to better understand a biblical passage.

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The Mind of Moses
Julius Shumpert Julius Shumpert

The Mind of Moses

Of all the characters in the Bible, I relate most to Moses. Mostly because Moses struggled his entire life with an identity crisis.

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Trip to Nazareth Pt.1
Julius Shumpert Julius Shumpert

Trip to Nazareth Pt.1

Reflecting on Mark 6:1-3, I find myself puzzled. Imagine being Jesus, a miracle-worker, returning to your hometown—full of familiar faces and shared memories. Yet, instead of admiration, doubt lingers in the air.

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Trip to Nazareth Pt.2
Julius Shumpert Julius Shumpert

Trip to Nazareth Pt.2

In the story of Jesus’ life, there’s a moment in Nazareth that feels surprisingly relatable. Jesus, performing miracles and speaking with wisdom, is met with skepticism from his own neighbors.

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