“Born Free” John 3:5-9 Flesh gives birth to flesh, but the Spirit gives birth to spirit. – John 3:6 Nicodemus approached Jesus in a personal time of doubt and certainty in the quiet, under the cover of the stillness of the night. In our current crisis, is God inviting us to do the same? Download […]
“Divine Relation” 1 Timothy 3:16 “Beyond all question, the mystery of godliness is great…” 1 Timothy 3:16 Family relations and even friend relations have great influence on us. But when it comes to producing piety in us, nothing beats the “mystery of godliness” ignited by belief in our dWho are some of your most […]
“Come as We Are” John 1:10-14 “The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us.” – John 1:14 Tent, Tabernacle, Temple. Throughout the ages God’s Spirit had dwelled among his people for certain periods of time. But when God came in the person of Jesus, it signaled a whole new era in our relationship with […]
13 Reasons “Backbone” John 2:12-17 “…Zeal for your house will consume me…” John 2:17 The story of St. Valentine tells of a love that was persistent and tough–a love that had backbone–and that pointed others to Christ. Jesus also demonstrated a love that stands up, speaks out and is unafraid to be set apart. Will […]
13 Reasons “Hear the Word” 1 Samuel 24:1-4a “…I will give your enemy into your hands…” Stories are powerful. They have the ability to get under our skin and shape us form within. What are the stories that are shaping you right now? Download the Study Guide here: Hear the Word Study Guide
13 Reasons “Truths’ Consequences” Romans 1:18-20 They know the truth about God because he has made it obvious to them”. – Romans 1:19 Relativism privileges personal preferences over any objective standard of truth. But the Church confesses the notion of universal truth. Download the study guide here: Truths Consequences Study Guide
“From Cosmos to Cranium” Psalm 8:1-5 “What is man that you are mindful of him…?” In a time of increasing confusion in the world, the Church offers a rationale for order from the cosmos to your cranium, and everywhere in between.
Make Room! “Enjoy the Joy” Matthew 11:2-10 “Go back and report to John what you hear and see…” Matthew 11:4 As hard as things can be and as dire as the news may seem, God is always on the move. In a world that seems hemmed in by darkness, can we Make Room to enjoy […]
Make Room! “Keep the Faith, Baby” Isaiah 11:1-5 “A shoot will come up from the stump of Jesse; from his roots a Branch will bear fruit.” Isaiah 11:1 Isaiah had a vision of a wonderful savior whose legacy, Spirit and character set him apart. But what about the people he saves? Can you and I […]
What Are You Thinking? “Strong Minds” Romans 5:1-5 “…we also rejoice in our sufferings…” – Romans 5:3 What does perfect peace look like to you? Is it an untroubled life? A life devoid of all conflict and trail? Paul says that true peace has less to do with any circumstances in our lives and more […]