My go-to scripture for weddings is from Colossians 3. Clothes are important on wedding days and Colossians 3 has the great reminder to clothe ourselves with love. It’s a simple illustration important for any family to hear on such a big day. If I don’t read from Colossians 3, that usually means the couple…
God hears the wordless prayers of a broken heart. Read Psalm 34:18
The book of James reads a lot like a New Testament book of Proverbs. In the first chapter, we’re instructed to ask God for wisdom. After all, God gives it generously. You could say wisdom is the ultimate pursuit of life, according to Proverbs. According to James, godly wisdom is an ongoing building up…
Learning to trust is how you learn to love. Read Isaiah 26:3
BIBLICAL REFLECTION Mark 9:30-37 Summarize the passage by asking Who? What? When? Where? Why? PERSONAL REFLECTION How do you know if ministry is Jesus-centered and Kingdom-focused? What’s the difference in attitude between serving and being a servant? Why did Jesus say bring a child into the servant conversation? RECALLING THE MESSAGE How does this…
Seneca, the ancient Stoic philosopher, once said, “As long as you live, keep learning how to live.” Seneca the Younger, as he was known, was a contemporary of the Apostle Paul. He was Nero’s tutor and his brother makes an appearance in Acts 18. People charged Paul with turning others from the true worship…