We all know what it’s like to be hurt by someone who just couldn’t listen long enough to understand us. Maybe in their attempt to be right, they damaged a relationship that could have been saved with a little patience and curiosity. You’ve probably been on the other side of that coin too. Taking the … Continue reading "Me and My Big Mouth: Quick To Listen"

Remember when you discovered that your unlimited data plan had limits? When the all-you-can-eat buffet fell short? Disappointing, right? Consequently, we’re skeptical of words like “unlimited” and “unconditional.” They usually appear right above the fine print that says “terms and limits apply.” So, let’s be honest. Everything has limits. What are the limits of God’s … Continue reading "He’s Still Got The Whole World In His Hands: What Can Separate Us?"

How are we supposed to remain hopeful in a hopelessly broken world? We want to be hopeful, but when relationships sour, stock prices tumble, dreams disappear, and plans crumble, hope can be hard to come by. In a world without guarantees, hope can be a dangerous thing. But what if the tension we feel is … Continue reading "He’s Still Got The Whole World In His Hands: Where Can I Find Hope?"

Uncertainty. As a society, we live in a world of uncertainty. Uncertain social conditions. Uncertain economic times. Uncertain global developments. Yet uncertainty is nothing new. The characters in the Bible experienced wildly fluctuating levels of uncertainty . . . often feeling as if life was moving backwards, getting worse. And the questions remain the same. … Continue reading "He’s Still Got The Whole World In His Hands: Nothing New"

In the previous session, we said that God is at work even in uncertain times. It is good to know that he is working, but what should we be doing? How should we live in the midst of uncertainty? How can we keep from being overwhelmed by the fears and insecurities that often go hand … Continue reading "He’s Still Got the Whole World In His Hands: Pray Until The Peace Comes"

Life is full of uncertainties; ups and downs that can impact our jobs, our finances, even our relationships. For many of us today, debt, stress, and uncertainty are ruling our lives. And in the midst of this mess, we often find ourselves wondering, “Where is God?” Is it possible to maintain faith in God when … Continue reading "He’s Still Got The Whole World In His Hands: God Is Great, God Is Good"

We talk about the HOPE we all need now, more than ever. April 12, 2020

Jesus seemed troubled. Initiating this new covenant with God would require sacrifice. What came next would confuse his followers and send them scattering. April 5, 2020

Jesus didn’t come to initiate Judaism 2.0. And with that new covenant came a new ethic—one that insisted the greatest choose the back of the line. March 29, 2020

Unconditional love? Unlimited forgiveness? There must be a catch. But what if there isn’t? March 22, 2020