Christianity
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Stepping into Hope
Thanksgiving and the season of Advent are powerful expressions of both joy and the very real struggles we all face. The presence of Jesus bring about confidence and a very real and enduring hope.
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Slow Your Roll – Advent
Life gets really busy … especially now as we prepare for Christmas! What’s up with that? We celebrate the Prince of Peace with chaos, the Lord of Life with what brings death, Emmanuel (God with us) with isolation and busyness? I’m part of a group where we are invited to slow our roll … to…
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The United Methodist Church: A Church at the Crossroads
The recent vote at the UMC Special Session of the General Conference has far-reaching implications. This article is a brief synopsis and challenges all Christians on a way forward.
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Seven Days of Prayer – Day 7
Prayer Focus: Let me be open to Your Holy Spirit in worship today. I put myself and all that I am into Your hands. I trust You. Scripture: Psalm 31:14-15; John 4:21-26 Reflection: As I gather with my community of faith today, I am not alone! I am surrounded by others who are gathering for the…
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Seven Days of Prayer – Day 6
Prayer Focus: Help me to rest and be thankful. Scripture: Genesis 2:1-3 Reflection: As I prepare for worship tomorrow, what am I thankful for, what am I concerned about, who and what do I need to keep in prayer? Prayer: All of Your Creation yearns for rest and renewal. Help us to find time in…
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Seven Days of Prayer – Day 5
Prayer Focus: You have led me through a journey this week. Help me see the path You have set me on and how I can continue on that path. Scripture: Psalm 119:105 Reflection: Who and what do I need to pray for? As I reflect on the past week, what do I hear God saying…
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Seven Days of Prayer – Day 4
Prayer Focus: Help me to dream and see the possibilities and the future where You are leading. Scripture: Mark 9:14-29 Reflection: If any and all barriers were removed, are there specific steps I can take towards God’s priorities in my life, at Bethel, and in our community? Are there things I believe God is calling…
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