God tells Abram to go without giving him a destination. God calls young Jeremiah before he feels ready. Nicodemus risks his reputation to ask honest questions. In each of today’s story, bravery isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about trusting
On this first Sunday in Lent, as we begin our 40-day journey to the cross, we hear about Jesus’ 40 days in the wilderness. Following his baptism, the Holy Spirit leads Jesus to the wilderness where he faces temptations challenging
Transitioning from the season of Epiphany to Lent, this week we hear the story of Jesus’ transfiguration. In this mountaintop moment, the disciples glimpse Jesus’ true glory, a vision which will shape how the disciples will understand the events to
On this annual meeting Sunday, we hear Paul make a passionate plea for the church to be united in Christ, knit together in the same mind and the same purpose. Yes, church annual meetings are bureaucratic procedures, but on another
As both Christ the King and Living Hope prepare to hold annual congregational meetings next Sunday, today’s reading from Paul’s first letter to the church in Corinth offers encouragement and a powerful reminder that we’re not doing this on our