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Our Pentecost readings give us two perspectives on the Spirit. In Acts, the Spirit empowers us to help others. In Romans, the Spirit fills us with God’s love. Pentecost: The End and the Beginning Happy Pentecost! This Sunday marks the … Continue reading
How we define words matters. The word “sin” is critical in interpreting this text, Paul’s letters, and the Bible in general. What if it’s less violating a legal code and more disrupting shalom? As I have mentioned before, sometimes reading … Continue reading
Paul’s Letter to the Romans is complicated, but one message is simple: Through Jesus’ death, God turned us from irreconcilable enemies to recipients of God’s resurrection life. Gifts of God’s Grace Greetings! May the unconditional love of the resurrected Messiah … Continue reading
What is righteousness, biblically speaking? Perhaps our typical view that relates this to our personal behavior and holiness is missing a dimension: justice. Called to Share the Good News This reading marks the fifth Sunday of Easter and the end … Continue reading
Bible Readings: Acts 2:1-4; Romans 8:14-39 Free Resource: Because of the Holy Spirit (Kids PK-2nd) Unit Theme (May 26–June 9): Gifts of God’s Grace This upcoming Sunday is Pentecost, which means that it is the last Sunday in the primary … Continue reading
Bible Readings: Romans 6:1-14 Free Resource: Sculpting God’s Gifts (Cross+Gen Education) Unit Theme (May 26–June 9): Gifts of God’s Grace As I have mentioned before, sometimes reading Paul makes my head swim. It’s not really Paul’s fault; he is just … Continue reading
Bible Readings: Romans [3:28-30] 5:1-11 Free Resource: Gifts of God’s Grace (Cross+Gen Worship) Unit Theme (May 26–June 9): Gifts of God’s Grace Churchy Language I was raised in the church. I have a master’s degree in church history and theology. … Continue reading
Bible Readings: Romans 1:1-17 Free Resource: Paul’s Introduction (Youth) Unit Theme (May 5–May 19): Called to Share This week we move from reading about what Paul did in the Book of Acts to reading some things that Paul wrote. We’re … Continue reading