A Lent Reflection for Tuesday, March 14th By Rev. Dr. Elizabeth Lobello Edwards Lectionary reading: Psalm 81; Genesis 29:1-14; 1...

This letter from John reminds me of that box of letters. It’s a short little note of encouragement and warning.

A Reflection for the Third Sunday of Lent By Amanda Svejda Lectionary reading for 3/12/2023: Exodus 17:1-7,Romans 5:1-11,John 4:5-42...

We grumble when we get caught up in the past (which we can’t change) and the future (which we can’t control). What does God offer us today?

I wonder what dividing walls we have erected that keep those who are seeking God relegated to being on the outside looking in.

Psalm 95 gives us instructions for how we can start our day. The first half is a call to worship, the second half a call to obedience.

God does not ask us to wallow in shame or self-hatred. When we recognize how our own hard-heartedness has impacted others, we begin to heal.

These words came to Isaiah and were shared with the people in the middle of that immense suffering. I can imagine I might have felt...

Paul urges us to stay close to Jesus as God builds His house among us. We don’t just celebrate the work, but marvel at the builder.

Walking into the unknown is difficult, but Abraham is an example that we can believe in God's promises even when in unfamiliar territory.

God is faithful, offers and arm of hope, and desires justice. May this knowledge allow us to walk in confidence and not fear.

If left to ourselves, our sins will be too hard for us; but God's grace shall be sufficient to subdue them so that they shall not rule us...

For many, Lent is a season of inward focus and reflection, taking an inventory of our soul, of our discipleship, of our lives.

This passage speaks to How God responds to us in the seasons of our life when we are filled with self-doubt, wishing to be different.

When we take up the cross and carry it every day, some days seem heavier than others. We are reminded Jesus empathizes with our weakness.

Lent is a season of intentional reflection, lament, and preparation. Whether experiencing the joys of the mountain-top or looking to rest.

After Jesus’ baptism, and before the start to his public ministry, Jesus is led by the Spirit into the wilderness.

A Lent reflection for Saturday, February 25th By Rev. Mary Putera Lectionary Reading: Psalm 51; Isaiah 58:1-12; Matthew 18:1-7 Selected...

Jonah is so angry with God. He shakes his fist in the air. I knew it, Lord! “I knew that you are a gracious and compassionate God..."

When it comes to serving God, we don’t always get it right, at least not the first time. We cry out, “Use me, Lord!” but go the opposite dir