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God gave the people of Israel, and us, the Ten Commandments as a gift for how to create and maintain a loving community with God and our neighbors. About the Story Last week, we read the story of the Israelites … Continue reading
When Jesus said, “Love your neighbor,” he didn’t put limits on it. He welcomed all. Faith-based gatherings should welcome all, too, especially from their own community. Learn how to include others. Jesus said, “Love your neighbor” (Matthew 22:39). He didn’t … Continue reading
A community built on love is a community in shalom (God’s peace). How do we reach for that? By working for justice. God’s will, God’s kingdom, can be glimpsed in true justice. God’s Kingdom Come Series Each summer, I take … Continue reading
Shalom is more than peace as we understand it. It is a communal wholeness, reality as God intends creation to be. It is a description of God’s kingdom. God’s Kingdom Come Series Each summer, I take time away from commenting … Continue reading
Unless we experience love for our authentic selves from others, we cannot fully experience God’s unconditional love. Our communities of Christ must be based on a web of authentic relationships. Doubt, Vulnerability, and Authenticity This is the third and final … Continue reading
The Book of Acts is the story of the work of the Spirit. The Spirit led the apostles to appoint deacons and led the deacon Stephen to follow in Jesus’ footsteps, even to death at the hands of the religious … Continue reading
We can love God and our neighbors individually, but God means for us to live and work in fellowship with one another. How do you practice authentic relationship-building in your private life and ministry? Created to Love, Created to Be … Continue reading
As shocking as it might seem to us (sarcasm), the church Paul helped found in Corinth experienced divisions and arguments. While diversity is good, divisiveness can threaten our unity and witness in Christ. The Easter Season So Far Believe it … Continue reading
Trunk-or-Treat is about providing a fun, safe activity for kids and families, but it can also be an easy way to serve your community and build relationships. It’s that time of year when churches fill parking lots with decorated cars … Continue reading
Date: May 29, 2022 Bible Reading: Philippians 2:1-13 Free Resource: Praying in One Accord (Cross+Gen Education, NL) Unit Theme (May 15—June 5): Living in Hope The Point: God’s grace is given, not earned. Is Christian unity even possible? Maybe it … Continue reading