Be StrongStory Lectionary5 May 2019Moses Commissions Joshua to Succeed Him (Numbers 27:12-23)The Story of Samson (Judges 16)The Passing of the Mantle from Elijah to Elisha (1 Kings 19 and 2 Kings 2)The Book of Jonah (including the Song of Jonah)Psalm 51: Create in Me...
Worship should begin and end with joy….And the message, even if on a serious note, should end with a joyous tone, for we are resurrection people. Remember to bring your message to a close, especially in the season of joy, with a reminder of the joy of Christ. To...
BlindsidedLectionary5 May 20193rd Sunday of EasterActs 9:1-6 (7-20)Psalm 30Revelation 5:11-14John 21:1-19Text to LifeIt is now truly, fully Spring. So it is now officially “getting stuff in the ground” time. At least, if you want any veggies, fruits, or flowers during...
Most High, glorious God, enlighten the shadows of my heart, and grant unto me a right faith, a certain hope and perfect charity, sense and understanding, Lord, so that I may accomplish Thy holy and true command. Amen.–St. Francis of Assisi
Psalm 51 – Create in me a Pure Heart and Renew Me with Your SpiritThis Psalm was written to the Chief Musician. It was one of a king, fallen into sin, being confronted by the man who he probably respected more than any other man. Not only was Nathan...