As we gather for worship we are reminded God has not left us comfortless; the Holy Spirit has been given to us to strengthen us for our ministry – carrying on the ministry of reconciliation begun in Jesus. Our Psalmist gives us the reminder that God’s laws are not a burden but have been given us to help create harmony and community. The deep measure of the law provides deep flowing water for our blessing. The first letter from John reassures us that we have been given eternal life and the promise is reinforced by the presence of Jesus. By following Jesus we find contentment in our lives, even with trials. The gospel of John states that we (humanity) never stop being God’s people and that God will continue to reach out to restore us to relationship. Today’s sermon was focused on the lesson from the Acts of the Apostles. In there, the writer helps define the post-Jesus community of faith. We realize the status quo is not the way to success. Looking backwards does not help us to move forward. God has put us in the world to tell the life-giving story of an active relationship with God.
I invite your comments,
Les+
Readings: Acts 1:15-17, 21-26; Psalm 1; 1 John 5:9-13; John 17:6-19
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