Rev Jerry reminded us that Jesus chose us first. Jesus wants to be our friend not our task master. He wants to walk along side us in our journey as a friend, laughing in joy, crying in sorry, being in relationship because of love. May we love Him and keep our focus on loving Him and loving those around us.

Rev Jerry Davis brought insight to the familiar story in Luke 24:13-35 of the Walk to Emmaus by a couple of disciples and and unrecognized Jesus. Sometimes the road we are on leads us to different dreams and hope. It’s all about the journey and who we are traveling along side.

Rev Jerry Davis at First United Methodist in Macon on April 23rd, 2023

John 20:19-21

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Rev Sandra used the familiar passage today in John 3:1-17. The accompanying scripture are Genesis 12:1-4 and Romans 4:1-5, 13-17.

Scripture reading from Psalm 32 with accompanying scriptures: Genesis 2:15-17; 3:1-7, Roman 5:12-19; Matthew 4:1-11. On the First Sunday in Lent, Rev Sandra used scripture to exposed many sins. God’s law was giving to us to focus on Him and His love for us. In our sin we disrupt the relationship and want to cover our blemishes. Praise the Lord Jesus came and died for us. Lord help us repent and truly turn to You. In our repentance, God is for giving our sin to Jesus to cover us. Through Jesus Christ and our repentance, Jesus repairs the broken relationship with our Lord. This Cardiologist will repair broken, hardened hearts. Fill us with Your Love Lord so we may love others.

Transfiguration Sunday was celebrated with God’s Word from Psalm 2 and Matthew 17:1-9. As Rev Sandra explained and expounded on, praise to God, that He is in control and not ourselves. May we live as a people under His reign and leadership as we become the best version of ourselves to glorify our Lord and Savior.

Rev Sandra taught on 1 Corinthians 3:1-9. With God’s help and understanding, this Sunday’s rich feast was filled with His seasoning and love. There was everything from sweet sips of milk to the strong hearty word to nourish any thirsty soul seeking His guidance. All glory to God for His chosen ones that follow His calling to water and plant and allow His growth to happen. For in His growing (sanctification that He does in each of His children), we are glorify Him and watering and planting His love for others to see.

Matthew 5:13-16

Rev Sandra prepared a rich communion with out Host seasoned with all the uses of salt. With all the flavoring, it has many reminders and practicalities to keep our focus on His Glorious Face and be transformed by the renewing of our minds.