The Texodus
Blogging about what’s on my mind.
I’m a bit of a nomad, having been born in Virginia, grown up in Michigan, gone to college in Ohio, served three churches for 40 years in California and Ohio, and now live in Texas. And while this is my address, I work with an agency that takes me overseas regularly and has me traveling in the U.S. as well. Life has been, and continues to be a journey! Along the way, I experience things that prompt me to reflect and sometimes to write—below are links to some of the results.
And the blog name? It’s a tribute to where I live, the path that brought me here, and the reminder that wherever I am, I am still on the way to my real home.
“Craig Miller is one of those rare individuals who always has something worthwhile to add to the conversation. He’s a careful Bible scholar who teaches the Word so compellingly that you sit up and take notice. He reads broadly and thinks deeply. Craig is a mature follower of Christ whom I count on for solid and biblical advice, thought-provoking challenge, and wise counsel. Plan to bookmark his online work; it’s worth your time.”
-Dr. Tom Cornman, Provost, Corban University, Salem, Oregon
A Body, No Body, New Body
It often happens, when believing friends lose loved ones, that I am asked about what the afterlife is like for us, since we’ve died, and will be raised someday, but not immediately. I’ve wrestled with this and come up with a few thoughts.
A Momentous Farewell
Dr. Jim Cook’s passing last week was not just a personal loss, but also marks the end of an era in my life.
Mom’s Blessed Assurance
Mom’s departure for Heaven was, as you might expect, bittersweet. But in her last conversation, she did something no one expected.
The Unfinished First Chapter
Here’s a lesson I learned as I was reading the used book I purchased about another lesson.
The Courage of Conviction
Today marks the anniversary of Luther’s most famous, and many would say, most defining statement.
He is Risen Indeed
Why this day, and the resurrection it celebrates, it THE determining fact we count upon.
What is Truth?
One incident from the record of Good Friday shows an incredible missed opportunity.
A New Commandment
In the midst of a lengthy account of the Last Supper, Jesus gives his disciples a defining commandment.
Betrayal and Fake Faith
What would cause a disciple of Jesus to betray him? Let’s think about that question on the anniversary of this terrible decision.
Temple Teaching
This day in Holy Week, Jesus taught so much that that was so important, but has been misunderstood by so many. Look with me back at His subjects on this momentous day.
Palm Sunday—The First Day of Holy Week
Beginning our thoughts on the week of Jesus’ passion.
St. Patrick’s Breastplate
Here is St. Patrick’s famous prayer in honor of his special day.
A Birthday in a Refugee Camp
My birthday this year didn’t just bring official markers of old age, it was in the midst of travel, unexpected lessons, and open doors for ministry.
Changing Up My Quiet Time
We are half a month into the new year, and some of you may find that your resolve in your devotional plan is waning. I found myself finishing last year sensing the need for change. Let me tell you what I did.
What a Difference a Year Makes!
Advent and Christmas this year prompt some reflections on last year, and how different things are this season.
Praying (and living) in “Smyrna”
Jesus’ words to an ancient church ring true for another church in Asia today. Let’s consider his words and how we might pray for Afghanistan.
“That’s Not Who We Are!”
We often are disturbed by the behaviors of others we are close to us—we want to distance ourselves from them. Is that impulse a true one? Perhaps not.
Too Many Friends?
A recent survey says we don’t have enough friends. A famous proverb in the Bible sounds like a warning about having too many friends. Is that really the case? Let’s look into it and see.