Pastor Megan, Pastor Erik and Pastor Kevin discuss John 9:24-38. This is a complex story of healing, judgment, cowardice, blame, and anger. Where do we see ourselves in this story? Jesus does not let anyone remain in suffering or without community. Jesus calls us together. What keeps us from being one in Christ – and what brings us together?

Easter has now fully transitioned to our unified building at 4545 Pilot Knob Road. We give thanks to God for this new season and remember fondly all that God has done with us in our history. Thanks for joining in this time of devotion as we mark this meaningful moment.

This is our last worship service in this pattern. We’re about to go into a transitional stage. More than ever, we trust that Jesus is the one who brings us life. Pastor Megan, Pastor Erik and Pastor Kevin discuss John 3:1-17. Nicodemus tries to hide his seeking under cover of darkness. Maybe we feel suspicious or nervous, too. But Jesus meets us right where we’re at. Transfiguration Sunday is meant to remind us of the divinity of Jesus and start us on our journey to the cross. This year, we come together in this walk and trust in Jesus as one people.

We trust in God’s action and presence among us, even through transition and trial. God promises to always love and care for us, and that is good news. Thanks for joining this time of devotion, whether you join at 9 am on Mondays or any other time in your week.

Pastor Erik and Pastor Kevin discuss John 4:46-54. This story comes right after the story of the Samaritan woman. It’s another story of Jesus crossing cultural boundaries to restore life and relationship. What Jesus has done doesn’t just bring the official to faith, it brings everyone around him to faith. While projects are a part of our partnerships, it’s not all there is. It’s also about being partners in faith and being changed by each other. We encourage each other as we walk in faith together.

Pastor Megan and Pastor Erik discuss John 4:31-42. Even though the woman seems ostracized, she still returns to her community to proclaim Christ. Her witness is what brings people to Jesus, but their encounter with Jesus is what really brings them to faith. How will we trust people to point us to Jesus? How will we truly meet him in unexpected places? A community is restored and faith grows. This is part of our own faith relationships. We build relationship and faith together.

On this day, when we remember the legacy and ministry of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr, we hear again that the gospel calls us out into the world to love and serve our neighbors. Thank you for taking this pause for devotion and community today. From January 19

Pastor Megan and Pastor Kevin discuss John 4:16-29. Continued from last week: she is likely trapped in Levirate marriage, promised to the family member of a deceased husband who won’t marry her. She might be seen as bad luck, having caused many deaths. Jesus doesn’t judge this, he sees it and her. She engages with him in earnest questioning and truth-seeking. In this case, about the appropriate place for worship. But Jesus continues to break down boundaries by focusing on “spirit and truth”.  We encounter Jesus in the life and testimony of the people we meet. We travel to visit our partners not to change them, but to learn from them and be changed by them. We see the people and the faith we share.

Pastor Megan, Pastor Kevin and Pastor Erik discuss John 4:1-15. Samaritans are culturally different and even despised by Jews of Jesus’ time. The text admits that Jesus should not be talking or sharing anything with the woman. More on this next week. When we want to share our faith or hear others’ stories, there can be too many cultural barriers. This encounter reminds us it’s still possible and worthwhile. Jesus focuses on water, a symbol with great meaning to both. What are some places of common ground where we can talk about faith and learn from others?

Through hard news and challenging times, we cling all the more to God’s promises. In our devotion today, we remember the gift of baptism and how it charges us to oppose evil and point to Jesus. Thanks for joining us; these devotions typically go live Mondays at 9 am.