As we returned to the “standard” lectionary in worship today we began the preparation for Advent with the statement from the Collect writer, that scripture has been caused to be formed for us to read, mark, learn, and inwardly digest. In our diving into scripture, God offers us a glimpse into the heavenly realm on […]
In worship we were reminded that our ability to offer true and meaningful service to all depends solely on God’s gift to us. Otherwise, we might find that we stumble as we strive for the heavenly promises offered by God. Thankfully, God’s grace is more than sufficient for us. Our Psalmist sang the song that […]
As we worshipped today we began with a prayer that God’s grace would precede and follow us. But we have been assured that God’s grace is always present, even if we don’t see it. God’s grace is what gives us hope for the future. Our lesson today from Hebrew Scripture was from the book of […]
In worship we greeted worship with the reminder that God is more ready to answer our prayers than we are ready to ask for God’s assistance. We are also reminded that God knows and will freely give what we need if we ask. Our portion of Hebrew Scripture was taken from the opening chapters of […]
As we worshipped today, we continued our investigation of living our best life for God. We are reminded the greatest thing we can search for is God’s promises in the world and finding God’s ever-present grace and mercy. If we find those things, we will be well on the road to a deeper relationship with […]
We have been reminded, yet again, that our lives can be overcome by anxiety, especially about things that are temporary. But God assures us that what happens in this world doesn’t affect our heavenly journey unless we violate God’s commands. Our Hebrew Scripture was taken from the close of Proverbs, and the discussion of “a […]
We began worship with the reminder that, on our own, we are unable to please God. But by focusing on God and allowing the Holy Spirit to lead us, we will be able to get closer to pleasing God, and that effort actually pleases God. Our reading from Hebrew scripture was taken from Proverbs and […]
In worship today we were reminded that all the good things we have come from God and that our power to truly love is found in God’s presence in our lives. The relationships we have are the benefit of the fruits of our relationships with God and community. Our reading from Hebrew Scripture was from […]
In worship today we continued our journey reflecting on the new beginnings and the relationship with God and community that is demanded by our profession. We were also reminded that it is only through God’s providence that we can think of and do the things that are right and in relationship with God. It is […]
In worship today we began by considering that God is the source of all good things and that by inspiring (breathing in) God we are able to think and act on the right things of life. By God’s grace we are also able to be guided in the right ways of life. Our Hebrew Scripture […]