Laura Cerbus

John Calvin and Creation as a Theater of God’s Glory

When it comes to creation, the Reformed tradition has a less than praiseworthy reputation. A small taste of this can

Within the Christian tradition, there’s an uneasiness with the things of the world, particularly beautiful things. At the beginning of

With its associations of wealth and excess, beauty can easily be seen as a privilege, or, even, an enemy of

It’s been a long time since I’ve used this blog space for regular writing and thinking. Most of my writing

Morning blossoms of jasmine and apricot
tempt me to hope.

Several weeks ago, the Australian Prime Minister announced that international travel would likely remain on hold until mid-2022. I don’t

I grasp the tree branches, hoisting myself with one grunting pull up into the leaves. Cobwebs cling to my hair

An Easter reflection on sacrifice and women’s bodies As his death approaches, Jesus pauses to celebrate a meal with his

Recently, in an essay for Soul Tread magazine, I explored the way in which Scripture describes the church as a

December has arrived, and with it the full onslaught of Christmas preparations. Our house is decorated; now I’m turning my