Discover Hope and Peace: A Free Advent Devotional Download
I am happy to announce that Prayerful Reflections: A Daily Devotional for Advent 2024 is available to download for free or read on the blog.
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Jan 43 min read
A Reminder of God’s Justice and Power
Psalm 110 can seem confusing, to say the least; not only is it confusing in ecclesial circles, but scholars have scratched their heads, too.
Jan 34 min read
God. Reflect. Lead.
The circular shape of the Advent wreath symbolizes God’s infinite love for us –never-ending, just like the true Light of the World, Jesus
Jan 23 min read
Praise the Lord!
In this Christmas season, let us remember Christ who was born into the world that was created to praise and may we lift our voices…
Jan 15 min read
Establishing a Rhythm & Resolution of Praise
So whatever season you are in (Ecclesiastes 3:1-13), start with praise and gratitude. Let this year be the year that we make an intentional
Dec 28, 20234 min read
Practicing Praise
A Christmas reflection for Thursday, December 28th by The Rev. Lauren Scott Lectionary reading for 12/27/2023:Psalm 148; Jeremiah...
Dec 24, 20233 min read
In the Stillness, We Remember
An Advent Reflection for Christmas Eve by Rev. Alicia Vela Anderson Lectionary reading for 012/24/2023: 2 Samuel 7:1-11,2 Samuel...
Dec 23, 20234 min read
Who is Jesus?
An Advent reflection for Saturday, December 23rd by Melanie Myatt Lectionary reading for 12/23/2023: Psalm 89:1-4,19-26; Judges 13:2-24;...
Dec 22, 20235 min read
Who Sits on the Throne?
An Advent reflection for Friday, December 22nd by Seanna Wong Lectionary reading for 12/22/2023: Psalm 89:1-4, 19-26; 2 Samuel 6:12-19;...
Dec 21, 20234 min read
Hesed: The Steadfast Love of God
Psalm 89: The Psalmist is starting with a call to give honor and praise to God with your mouth to sing. When was the last time you had a pra
Dec 20, 20233 min read
Song of Ascents
Psalm 125-This passage comes from Psalms that are known as songs of ascents. Jews sang them as they ascended the hill to Jerusalem.
Dec 19, 20235 min read
See His Glory
“Tell me what can I give you? Ask me for anything”. These words come from Elijah but, I can’t help but picture them as from the Savior to me
Dec 18, 20234 min read
Living Hope
But the reality is, no matter the season, following God can be an exercise in perseverance, conviction, courage and fortitude.
Dec 17, 20234 min read
The Call
It’s the Holy Spirit, the same Spirit that was on Jesus and raised Jesus from the dead, that empowers us for ministry
Dec 16, 20235 min read
The Power of Yet
In this sweet passage in Habakkuk, there are two instances where the word “yet” is noted.
Dec 14, 20233 min read
Being Found in Christ
An Advent reflection for Thursday, December 14th by Pastor Sara Fisher Lectionary reading for 12/14/2023: Psalm 126; Habakkuk 2:1-5;...
Dec 13, 20234 min read
Waiting Takes Courage
An Advent reflection for Wednesday, December 13th by Rev. Jeannette Conver Lectionary reading for 12/13/2023: Psalm 27; Malachi 2:10-3:1;...
Dec 11, 20235 min read
Letting Go of the Old Rules
An Advent reflection for Tuesday, December 12th by Ruth Zschoche Lectionary reading for 12/12/2023: Psalm 27, Isaiah 4:2-6, Acts 11:1-18...
Dec 11, 20234 min read
Let Go of the Pant Leg!
God releases us, but if we don’t expand our thinking enough to let go, we still miss out
Dec 10, 20234 min read
God's Patient Timing
Above all, trust in the slow work of God.
We are quite naturally impatient in everything to reach the end without delay.
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