Our scripture this morning is Luke 9:23-27. Then he said to the crowd, “If any of you wants to be my follower, you must give up your own way, take up your cross daily, and follow me. If you try to hang on to your life, you will lose it. But if you give up …
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Our scripture this morning is Philippians 1:3-6. Every time I think of you, I give thanks to my God. Whenever I pray, I make my requests for all of you with joy, for you have been my partners in spreading the Good News about Christ from the time you first heard it until now. And …
Read More “3/2/2023”
Friends, I am traveling again today to be part of the clergy team for a retreat in southwest Kansas. My availability will be somewhat limited and my phone is not working yet. I return to Omaha Monday and will catch up with everyone then. Prayers and blessings! ❤️🙏🏻 Our scripture this morning is Psalms 91:1-4. …
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Our scripture this morning is Ephesians 1:5-8. God decided in advance to adopt us into his own family by bringing us to himself through Jesus Christ. This is what he wanted to do, and it gave him great pleasure. So we praise God for the glorious grace he has poured out on us who belong …
Read More “2/28/2023”
Our scripture this morning is Proverbs 18:24. There are “friends” who destroy each other, but a real friend sticks closer than a brother. I remember a Sunday School teacher from my childhood explaining that the term Proverbs can be broken down into “pro” meaning good and “verbs” meaning words. That may be a little simplistic, …
Read More “2/27/2023”
Our scripture this morning is Romans 12:17-21. Do not repay anyone evil for evil, but take thought for what is noble in the sight of all. If it is possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all. Beloved, never avenge yourselves, but leave room for the wrath of God; for it …
Read More “2/26/2023”
Our scripture this morning is Hebrews 12:1-3. Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight and the sin that clings so closely, and let us run with perseverance the race that is set before us, looking to Jesus the pioneer and perfecter of our …
Read More “2/25/2023”
Our scripture this morning is Philippians 4:4-7. Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, Rejoice. Let your gentleness be known to everyone. The Lord is near. Do not worry about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, …
Read More “2/24/2023”
Our scripture this morning is John 8:31-36. Then Jesus said to the Jews who had believed in him, “If you continue in my word, you are truly my disciples; and you will know the truth, and the truth will make you free.” They answered him, “We are descendants of Abraham and have never been slaves …
Read More “2/23/2023”
Our scripture this morning is Psalms 4:5-8. Offer right sacrifices, and put your trust in the Lord. There are many who say, “O that we might see some good! Let the light of your face shine on us, O Lord!” You have put gladness in my heart more than when their grain and wine abound. …
Read More “2/22/2023”