BIBLE PASSAGE(S): Ruth 1:16

BOTTOM LINE: Regardless of the circumstances, frank friendship makes the choice to commit, because commitment reveals God’s heart.

Scripture(s): Matthew 18; 2nd Corinthians 5:14-20

Bottom Line: The ultimate outcome in conflict is not determining who is “right” or “wrong” - it is in who and what we gain when we are welcomed into community and not ushered into exile.

BIBLE PASSAGE(S): Matthew 18:15-20

BOTTOM LINE: Checking your own reality makes peace a real reality.

Bottom Line: Destructive conflict will happen, but hopeful reconciliation can happen through Jesus.

Scripture(s): Matthew 18:15-20

Bottom Line: You need friendship because friendship is creative God-likeness revealed.

Scripture(s):Genesis 2:4-7

BOTTOM LINE: Suffering is only truly bearable in the light of Christ.

Octave Easter: Doubt and Purpose by David Chambers by Center Church Richmond

Bottom Line: Jesus’ resurrection is the promise of renewing transformation for the age to come.

Scripture(s): Matthew 28:1-9

Bottom Line: We all want the power of a King, but often we miss the power that’s found in the Kingdom.

Scripture(s): Matthew 21:1-11

Bottom Line: Lament gives us permission to grieve and helps us find hope and healing in the midst of sorrow.

Scripture(s):Lamentations 3:19-26