We read the call of the first four disciples and then go back in the story to notice what Jesus did prior to calling the first four.

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A letter and a gospel story remind us of the importance of approaching the text, the message, and the creator with great humility.

Paul writes a new faith community to explain a different type of armor they should wear on a daily basis. 

We read a text I guarantee you don't remember in order to set the tone for one you have likely heard many times

Ezekiel the prophet has just defeated several foes in a large field, but the king and queen are incredibly upset and threatening to take his life. He's on the run and is asked an important question.

We discuss how exhausted the prophet Elijah was following an enormous fight, how he needed to eat and sleep to survive, and how Jesus told people what they would eat and drink in order to live.

We compare and contrast to Biblical translations of the most famous psalm in history, to better understand our daily walk with God. 

We compare and contract two biblical interpretations of one of the most powerful scripture passages in the Bible.

Just after the miracle of the feeding of the 5000 and Jesus walking on water, crowds are hopping in boats and running across town to find Jesus. After telling them they are looking for something simply to get them through the day, Jesus offers them an alternative way of thinking and believing.