All of scripture teaches us to trust in God's faithfulness and mercy. So, don't leave any of it out!

As Jesus people, we have the authority to teach God's truth and share the love of God.

Now, let's not confuse our authority.

When we go with our tendencies, we're prone to build more for ourselves. 

That's what makes what happened at Pentecost so important. The church wasn't formed at that moment. It was fully clothed, empowered and fully equipped to begin its work without Jesus.

I do not want to imagine facing death without our faith in Christ. I can't imagine what I would think and what I would feel if I did. Through Christ's resurrection, I can celebrate that life with God never ends. And I can also trust the Lord knows the pain I experience.

Let's not only wish and hope our youth grow up to be faithful adults. Let's not keep our kids busy with church-y stuff, hoping that does the trick. Instead, let's be willing to do whatever we need to do to prepare them to find Jesus-centered answers.

As we seek to be faithful to God, we'll need to keep praying.

We should thank God for the people that share in the gospel with us as well.

God abides with us through the Word, Christ Jesus, and through the word, scripture.

Grant us wisdom

Grant us courage