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!
Greetings Holy, Healthy and Happy People of God, As I write this eNote to our faithful and devoted community of radical followers of Jesus Christ, I am returning from the recently opened National African American Museum in Washington DC. Words are totally inadequate to describe my experience and even the impact African American history has … Continue reading Reconciliation is Possible!
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!
James 1:2-4, Common English Bible James is not suggesting that trials are joyful in themselves but are a means to an end which is joyful. In other words, joy in trials comes from knowing that the outcome will be good. It's as if while in the trial, we have a future focused mindset, because we … Continue reading “Formative Joy!”
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