Genesis 3:1-9, Common English Bible Trying to hide from God is impossible, but we try to hide our thoughts and actions from God. Since God knows it all, why is God asking this question of Adam? The "Where are you?" question to Adam calls him to.... Be clear about God's word! The woman said to … Continue reading Where Are You?
Acts 4:32-37, Common English Bible What could it mean for the faith community to gather intentionally and behave in a significant way that honors instruction of Christ, strengthens the faith and sees the other? What makes it so difficult to live in the margins with others and then emerge with a mindset of the miraculous? … Continue reading “Too Good to Be True!”
Luke 19:1-10, New Revised Standard Version Everyone has the capacity to offer generosity to others. Humanity is made in the image and likeness of God. The image of God in us presents the opportunity for redemptive acts. Jesus is always looking for redemptive acts so that God would be glorified. Jesus’ entire life is focused … Continue reading Generosity is Possible!
John 6:1-15, Common English Bible Ever wonder why when there is a crisis we see the generosity of people? Why do we wait for the crisis to happen before we see generosity in action? One of the amazing and miraculous stories in the Bible is Jesus feeding the five thousand. Jesus is notorious for addressing … Continue reading Generosity is Among Us!
Isaiah 55:6-13, New Revised Standard Version Everyone carries something with them every day. Often it is doubt coupled with fear. However God has planted, as part of our DNA, a joyful spirit. We are to walk with God in a spirit of joy. God’s people, the Israelites, are struggling with exile and God invites Isaiah … Continue reading Carriers of Joy!
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