We all worry about having “enough” — enough money, enough time, enough security. But what if God’s invitation is to trust that we already have what we need? In this first episode of Living Out Our Purpose, Revs. Hannah and Brittany reflect on Exodus 16 and how the wilderness story of manna still speaks to our modern anxieties around finances, fear, and community care.

Through this conversation series, we'll look at how churches — and each of us — can remember how God provides, even when we’re tempted to hold on too tightly. Some themes and ideas they uncover include:

Ultimately, they ask: If our resources come from God, who should authority of it over God? Why do we control resources and gatekeep what others can access?

It’s a lot to consider, so we encourage you to engage in conversations with others as you dig deep to uncover your thoughts about money and the church. You can do so through our in-person Convergence group or joining our online community at patreon.com/fumcsd.

Here are the discussion questions for this episode:

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