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In the ascension of Jesus, the disciples went from Jesus being by their side all the time to being on their own. That shift forced them to go from looking up to looking out, from focusing on the presence of Jesus with them to focusing on the work of Jesus all around them. That kind of key life-stage transition is emblematic of life itself. To follow Jesus, we need to look forward, and then we find Jesus summoning us into the realities of life.
Reflection Questions:
1. Have you ever felt “behind” in your faith journey compared to others? How does this parable challenge that way of thinking?
2. Why do you think it can be difficult to accept that God’s grace is freely given rather than earned?
3. What is one practical way you can help someone feel welcomed, supported, or encouraged in their relationship with God?
Find out more at HydeParkUMC.org/NextSteps
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In the ascension of Jesus, the disciples went from Jesus being by their side all the time to being on their own. That shift forced them to go from looking up to looking out, from focusing on the presence of Jesus with them to focusing on the work of Jesus all around them. That kind of key life-stage transition is emblematic of life itself. To follow Jesus, we need to look forward, and then we find Jesus summoning us into the realities of life.
Reflection Questions:
1. Have you ever felt “behind” in your faith journey compared to others? How does this parable challenge that way of thinking?
2. Why do you think it can be difficult to accept that God’s grace is freely given rather than earned?
3. What is one practical way you can help someone feel welcomed, supported, or encouraged in their relationship with God?
Find out more at HydeParkUMC.org/NextSteps

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