Matthew 5:1-12 - We have a choice to live our lives with two different mentalities, "All for One," or "One for All." The Beatitudes teach us that we are blessed so that we can bless others. The question is whether or not we will fulfill these words of Jesus.

Matthew 4:12-23 - Cast your nets out! Let us fish for something new. And may we tend our nets as we nurture our souls as we follow Jesus.

Matthew 3:13-17 - Baptism is the start of a spiritual journey of discipleship. Yet this new life found in God's love looks quite different from how we have been taught to measure success and other things.

Matthew 2:1-12 - The three magi followed a star that led them to Jesus. In many ways, we are still following the star as well, hoping to find Jesus. As we head into this new year, may we try a little practice that might help shed some light on our way.

Matthew 2:13-23 - Are our hearts like stones that are wet on the outside and dry inside? Or are they rocks that have been touched by waters that seep in and change us for the better?

(Christmas Eve) John 1:1-14 - The Life-Light has moved into our neighborhood! No darkness can overcome it, and no nothing can extinguish its flame.

Isaiah 35:1-10 - The joy that we seek that Advent season may be closer than we think. We may just need to start by taking our hands out of our pockets.

Isaiah 11:1-10 - There are children, youth, and advocates who are willing to help lead us to the peace that God desires. The question is whether or not we will listen to those voices.

Matthew 24:34-44 - Rise up and wake! Rub the sleep from your eyes for hope is here!

In Christ's kingdom, the light of God touches everything. So shouldn't we start living like Christ is king?