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Monday Nov 28, 2016
Monday Nov 28, 2016
“In Small Packages”
Luke 1:26-38
Sometimes big things come in small packages! As we approach the Christmas season, we can see that this is God’s mode of operating in the Christmas story. It is easy in this chaotic and threatening world to despair, certainly the young woman in today’s story could have fallen victim to it. But the Hope of the World was coming, though not in the way that anyone would expect.
Monday Nov 21, 2016
Monday Nov 21, 2016
“Don’t get stuck in Meribah” Psalm 95
Many of the Psalms give us a pattern and a voice to express our Thanks to God. There is a reason for this beyond the fact that we all appreciate being appreciated. Developing a thankful heart is a powerful weapon to restore and secure the joy of living in the midst of trying circumstances.
Tuesday Nov 15, 2016
Tuesday Nov 15, 2016
“Perspective”
Psalm 147
As Thanksgiving approaches and the election season begins to fade into the background, our nation finds itself stuck in division. Depending on one’s point of view, we celebrate the power of majority rule, or we grieve the suppression of certain values by the vote. The Psalms offer insight navigating through times like this, regardless of one’s political persuasion. There is perspective in praise, there is power in thanksgiving and we are invited to find our peace in Him.
Monday Nov 07, 2016
Monday Nov 07, 2016
“A Meal to Remember”
Luke 22:7-20
Habits, routines, patterns, we all have them. Some are good, some are bad, many lend a sense of comfort or security to our lives.
Sometimes, however, even good habits can lose their meaning and the pattern itself can get in the way of the reason behind it. When Jesus said, “do this in remembrance”, what was his point for us? How can the moments of communion become life giving again?
Monday Oct 31, 2016
Monday Oct 31, 2016
“Making it Count!”
Micah 6:8
With Election Day (Nov. 8th) just a week away, there is talk of a new malady afflicting many Americans called “ESD”. Yes, Election Stress Disorder is real and is quite troubling. With so much riding on the outcome of an election, it is easy to get overloaded and miss what we are called to do. I don’t simply mean casting a ballot, but in a more subversive way to really change the world. What, you might ask, are you called to do? I’m glad you asked...
Monday Oct 24, 2016
Monday Oct 24, 2016
“It’s Silly out There”
Matthew 22:19-21
With Election Day (Nov. 8th) just around the corner it’s important to know how to respond to all the noise leading up to the vote. Fearful of what will happen if ___________ is elected or if that proposition passes/fails, there is a lot riding on this election. Name calling, character defaming, side taking make up much of the media (and social media) environment in which we live. Checking out is an option, but is it what we as citizens are called to? When it comes to things political, the Bible is not silent. Perhaps it can breathe a little sanity back into this crazy time.
Monday Oct 17, 2016
Monday Oct 17, 2016
“Imperfect Living”
2 Corinthians 12:9-10
Our faults and failings
To Err is human, and to be irritated by the “errs” of others is also human. Humanity, we are a faulty bunch. We are certainly in need of God’s grace, but in reality often feel our imperfections block us from it. How might we better access that Grace which is sufficient for us and better live amidst our imperfections?
Tuesday Oct 04, 2016
Tuesday Oct 04, 2016
“To Err is Human...” Colossians 3:13
The saying “No man is an island” captures a foundational truth about us humans; we are designed to be relational and are better together. The challenge is that everyone around us is so faulty. The old saying goes “to err is human, to forgive divine” but that shouldn’t excuse us because of in our humanness to stop seeking forgiveness nor to be- coming forgiving. Disappointments lead to division, hurt leads to anger resentment. The key to living with humans is in creating a community of forgiveness, where we who are forgiven begin to forgive perpetuating God’s plan into the midst of the broken world around us.
Colossians 3:13 Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.
Monday Sep 26, 2016
Monday Sep 26, 2016
“Love, the final word”
Romans 13:8
The saying “No man is an island” captures a foundational truth about us humans; we are designed to be relational and are better together. All around us the world seems to be coming apart: division here or hurt there; retaliation here and hatred there. We may try to escape the cycle through apathy, but it offers no relief. There is only one answer and it is found in the way we “love one another” (easier said than done).
Monday Sep 19, 2016
Monday Sep 19, 2016
“Pulling Together” Galatians 5:13
The saying “No man is an island” captures a foundational truth about us humans; we are designed to be relational and are better together. Today we’ll look at the role we play with one another in spiritual growth. Which statement do you think is most true?
1, Each of us is intended to grow and the body of Christ plays a part.
Or 2, The body of Christ is intended to grow and each of us plays a part.
(or 3, yes to both?)
“Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts.” Colossians 3:16