Category Archives: Discipleship

Suggested Advent Readings

Posted on December 2, 2024 by Pastor Jesse

(Loosely based on the Lectionary) Date                  Lectionary Selections

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Humility Month Day 26: The Believer’s Problem With Sin

Posted on August 26, 2024 by Pastor Jesse

We live in a judgmental age, and the judgments are accompanied by hypocrisy.  The Bible warns us against trusting in our own righteousness, but in our pride, many who should know better do not heed the warning. This truth should humble us. Continue reading →

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Humility Month Day 18: Giving It All

Posted on August 18, 2024 by Pastor Jesse

Money means a lot in this world. Jesus warned us that it competes with God. But generosity and sacrifice can deliver us from the idol’s appeal. This is the day the Lord has made. Even if this day brings poverty, let us somehow rejoice in this day. Continue reading →

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Humility Month Day 16: Wanting Power in God’s Kingdom

Posted on August 16, 2024 by Pastor Jesse

In this world people love power. But what does it mean to be powerful in God’s Kingdom? Continue reading →

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Humility Month Day 15: Jesus Calms a Storm

Posted on August 15, 2024 by Pastor Jesse

Lord Jesus, I’ve been there. Following you, trusting you, and doing as you said, I looked up and found myself and my friends in a big storm. And we didn’t see you at first. In a panic we called. You weren’t in a hurry. You weren’t concerned at all. Eventually, at your word, the storm was over. Everything was calm. I felt your rebuke and then felt foolish. Where was my faith? But then my fears shifted from the storm to the one who calmed it. I had grown so comfortable with you that it was shock, and I had to wonder: who is this Jesus? Help me to know you and to remember who you are in every storm. Amen. Continue reading →

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