by Donald Hanna I remember years ago, I was teaching a confirmation class at a church where I worked. Some of the kids in the class began talking about “the church.” They went on and on about how the church was close-minded, how it was judgmental, how it was hypocritical, and how it was homophobic. … Continue reading
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Hebrews 11: This is Our Hope
by Joanna Harader Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-3, 8-16 Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen. Indeed, by faith our ancestors received approval. By faith we understand that the worlds were prepared by the word of God, so that what is seen was made from things that are not … Continue reading
John 17: I Have and I Will
by Erika Marksbury Scripture: John 17:20-26 “I ask not only on behalf of these, but also on behalf of those who will believe in me through their word, that they may all be one. As you, Father, are in me and I am in you, may they also be in us, so that the world … Continue reading
The Faithfulness of God
“Great is Thy faithfulness! Great is Thy faithfulness! Morning by morning new mercies I see; All I have needed Thy hand hath provided— Great is Thy faithfulness,” Lord, unto me!” ~chorus of the hymn “Great is Thy Faithfulness” Prayer: God, We thank you that you have big ears to hear us, eyes to watch over … Continue reading