Congregation Renewal Process Adopt the pace of nature; “The Look of Love” “We [the church] will never be perfect people; but imperfect people committed to a radical Spirit-empowered love can change their relationships and their world.” Adele Ahlberg Calhoun Scripture: … Continue reading →
The Look of Love ~ Peace & Patience Scripture: John 14:27; James 5:7-9 Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be … Continue reading →
Vices & Virtues: Oriented Toward God’s Love ~ Lust/Chastity Lust: 2 Samuel 11: 1-5, 14-17, 26-27 In the spring of the year, the time when kings go out to battle, David sent Joab with his officers and all Israel with … Continue reading →
Vices & Virtues: Oriented Toward God’s Love ~ Greed/Generosity Greed: Luke 12:13-21 Someone in the crowd said to him, “Teacher, tell my brother to divide the family inheritance with me.” But he said to him, “Friend, who set me to … Continue reading →
Vices & Virtues: Oriented Toward God’s Love ~ Envy/Contentment Envy: Genesis 4:1-16 Now the man knew his wife Eve, and she conceived and bore Cain, saying, “I have produced a man with the help of the Lord.” Next she bore … Continue reading →
