Like the power we need to charge our electronic devices, our lives need a source of renewable energy. As Christians we have available power which comes from the Holy Spirit. With this energy we have the capacity to be both faithful and do the good works God has for us. #PlugIn #PowerToLove #HolySpirit #messiahyl

Becoming aware of a shoulder tap by God is a step towards overcoming ineffectual indifference. Following these nudges and intuitions are a means to bless others and receive surprising joy. Showing God's love to others is a bridge over chasms between God's intention and our opportunity. #OpenGates #BridgeTheGaps #LoveOneAnother #messiahyl

In the parable of the Prodigal Son, who is more reckless and extravagant?...is it the son? or the father? Understanding the initial listener's perspective of (and our own affinity with) the jealous older brother (wwhhhaat?) is the twist that makes this redemption story most helpful. #WelcomeHome #ProdigalLove #messaihyl

Who is NOT my neighbor? The twist to the story of the Good Samaritan is not that religious people have to make moral choices between traditions and compassion. It is that our neighbor is everyone...even our "good" enemy. We must take down the curtains that separate us...live this day compassionate of heart, clear in word, gracious in awareness, courageous in thought, and generous in love. #RemoveTheCurtains #BeCompassionate #messiahyl

$9B is clearly a lot of money. Our sins are a debt of that size...an impossible scenario, something we could never repay. And it's not just pulling ourselves up by our bootstraps, we cannot do it! ($9B!) It is only God's love that fully forgives our debt. In light of the mercy we have received, we should act transformed. How will you respond? #UnforgivingServant #DontBeThatGuy #messiahyl

The kingdom of God is a treasure of great value. It can be found in places where you least expect it...and it can also be found by diligent search. Both modes reveal that the love of God is closer than you often know. On discovery, it is worth everything to secure it! #HappyTreasureHunting #FindGodsPresence #messiahyl

It's important not to "resist the twist." Parables are collections of narratives and metaphors that tell us about the Kingdom of God. The smallness of a tiny seed is not the point of the Mustard Seed parable. It is, rather, the juxtaposition of what it becomes. What's "tangible" here is learning the supernatural abundance of God's love and power. #DontResistTheTwist #OurGodIsGreat #messiahyl

Jesus said, "My family are those who hear the Word of God and do it." So, how do we DO the Word of God? The key is hearing and learning God's Word and then letting the power of Christ and the Holy Spirit guide us to a more loving life—a life centered on becoming more like Jesus. #IAmAChild #GuidedByTheSpirit #messiahyl

Have you ever been in a fog? Unclear pathway? or in dark times? Jesus gives us His light. He said, "I am the light of the world....whoever follows me will not walk in darkness." Parables teach in tangible ways. #LampOnAStand #Tangible #messiahyl

How would it be if, today on our country's day of independence celebration, we thought less about contest and rivalries, profits and politics, winners and sinners, and more about helping and giving, mending and blending, reaching out and pitching in? #OnTheSideOfGod #messiahyl