The Essentials

As Jesus gets criticized for breaking the Sabbath, we are allowed to consider if rules occasionally hold us back from going something good.

As the Good Shepherd, Jesus cares for us. He also says that he has others that he needs to welcome into his fold. Should the church focus on receiving his care for ourselves or extending his care to others?

Jesus appears to his disciples after the resurrection and proves his identity by showing them his wounds. He make use of the pain in his past. How do we let the scars of our past shape our lives today?

Mark's gospel originally ended with the promise that Jesus had risen, but it lacked the various ways he appeared to his followers. Mark's audience was frustrated by the lack of proof he provided. In the same way, people today feel they need more evidence in order to believe in Jesus, and we are called to provide it.

Jesus' impressive and memorable entrance into Jerusalem was made possible by two disciples doing the humble work of finding a colt for him to ride. Our ministry depending on the work that isn't glamorous, but is incredibly valuable.

We discuss the current structure and scope of the worldwide Moravian Church.

Jesus shares with his followers that a grain of wheat only grows once it falls to the ground and dies. Is there something we need to be willing to let go of in order for new life to begin?

John Amos Comenius shaped the way the world approaches education, and Count Zinzendorf sparked a mission movement that inspired generations. Our session for this week takes a look at these key figures in Moravian history.

Jesus storms into the temple, flips over tables, and has zero hesitation about making God's kingdom known on earth. The church would do well to boldly follow his example today.

Luke of Prague became a key leader for the Unity as the 16th century began. His work helps frame our theology still today. We can hear his teachings as we recite the unofficial Moravian motto: In essentials, unity; in non-essentials, liberty; and in all things, love.