Arise and Abide

Reading from The Gospel According Matthew 10:26-31 (NLT) ~ Jesus Sends Out the Twelve Apostles Cont.~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. The encouragement and reassurance of “anyone who denies Jesus will be denied.” Micha 7:6 being referenced. Jesus’ perfect justice and judgement. Jesus puts His own life down for us. Letting go of your life for the life Jesus has for you.

Reading Psalms 19 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. The heavens being a testimony of God’s glory. The goodness of God, and his ways are the finest gold. David’s imagery of the greatness of God. The Law is a warning, as in a guide letting you know where the lines are drawn. Being aware that there are sins lurking within that we are unaware of. God being our strength and redeemer.

Reading Matthew 10:26-31 (NLT) ~ Jesus Sends Out the Twelve Apostles Cont.~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. The continued promise that the truth will be revealed. You say the words, God does the work. Continued theme: the Father will be with you. God speaking to us in the darkness, through all the hills and valleys of life. The imagery of being the light. Jesus confronting the greatest fears of humanity. Jesus is the way to turn your anxieties into reminders of His promises that endure forever.

Reading from The Gospel According Matthew 10:24-25 (NLT) ~ Jesus Sends Out the Twelve Apostles Cont.~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. Questioning the truth taught to us by teachers, and the mysteries of the Truth of God taught to us by Jesus. Surrendering your right to choose for yourself and embrace what Jesus says. Aspiring to be like great teachers. Why we will never be greater than our teachers.

Reading from The Gospel According Matthew 10:21-23 (NLT) ~ Jesus Sends Out the Twelve Apostles Cont.~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. Intolerance of different points of view, the warning of Jesus. The confrontations will not just be with outsiders but within your own family. The Holy Spirit will give you the words. It is not our own strength of control; it is the fruit of the Spirit.

Reading from The Gospel According Matthew 10:16-20 (NLT) ~ Jesus Sends Out the Twelve Apostles Cont.~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. Jesus recognizing that He is sending the Disciples into potential dangers. Standing on trial as an opportunity to share the good news. Being shrewd as snakes and innocent as doves.

Reading from The Gospel According Matthew 10:9-15 (NLT) ~ Jesus Sends Out the Twelve Apostles Cont.~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. The high challenge to trust that God will provide and the humility to accept help. Blessings of God provided to you through others. Doing things to feel like we have a little bit of control. A worthy person.

Reading from The Gospel According Matthew 10:1-8 (NLT) ~ Jesus Sends Out the Twelve Apostles~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. Curtis and Sally will be on zoom tonight at7pm Eastern time. Room ID 937 789 1011. We would love to hear from you, connect with you, and see your face!

Reading Psalms 18:25-50 (NLT) ~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. The awareness of David of God giving him every victory. Training his hands for battle, humble beginnings, awareness of God’s hand at work in your life through everything helps your faith.

Reading from The Gospel According Matthew 9:35-38 (NLT) ~ The Need for Workers~ Scripture reading followed by discussion. Jesus having to go to one town at a time, Jesus sent the Holy Spirit to be with us always. How the kingdom of the world responds to crowds, how Jesus responded to the crowds. The lens of fear vs the lens of love.