by Lynace Pabst Veit Scripture: Galatians 5:1, 13-25 This week’s reading is the familiar story from the book of Galatians about the Fruit of the Spirit. I suggest using the version from the Shine On story bible to read as a family. Paul wrote to the people of Galatia: My brothers and sisters, God wants … Continue reading
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Acts 2:1-8 – Celebrating Pentecost: A Gathering of Nations
by Dena Douglas Hobbs Scripture Reading: Acts 2:1-8 (NRSV) “When the day of Pentecost had come, they were all together in one place. And suddenly from heaven there came a sound like the rush of a violent wind, and it filled the entire house where they were sitting. Divided tongues, as of fire, appeared among … Continue reading
I Never Planned It
I believe it’s Woody Allen who is credited with saying, “If you want to make God laugh, tell him your plans.” I always found this to be a little condescending. (Morgan Freeman’s God character in Evan Almighty really does just laugh at him when Evan mentions his plans). Nevertheless, it communicates a truth I’ve seen … Continue reading