May 14, 2023 – John 14:15-21
We all obey others for a variety of reasons. Seldom do those reasons have to do with love. We are too often governed by power, guilt, shame, and control. Jesus offers a new way of being faithful which is by…
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May 7, 2023 – John 21:1-17
For too many of us, our past trauma, pain, and shame keep us from the freedom God seeks for our lives. In this week's episode, Jesus meets seven of his friends and provides for them in ways they could never…
April 30, 2023 – 1 Peter 2:19-25
Hardship and suffering are to be avoided! The human survival instinct is a hard one to transform. Peter tells us how Jesus was able to face suffering in a transformational way. This way of suffering is a long game in…
April 23, 2023 – Luke 24:13-35 | Lift Up Your Hearts
On the very first Easter Sunday Jesus made many appearances. Two followers of Jesus were returning home after the stunning events surrounding Jesus' death. As they make their way, Jesus appears and opens their hearts and minds to a new…
April 16, 2023 – John 20:19-31 | Doubt Is Not the Problem
Is being called a “Doubting Thomas” really fair? When Jesus first appears to the disciples, Thomas is not there. All he asks is to be included the same way his friends had been included. Doubt is an important and healthy…
April 9, 2023 – John 20:1-18 | Finding Life
Belief and faith are mysterious things. They grow and evolve in each of us as human beings. We can often mistake a “breakthrough” as a conclusion. The opposite is quite true. Breakthroughs of faith will lead us into new seasons…
April 2, 2023 – Matthew 21:1-11 | Finding Purpose in Authenticity
It is not always easy to be yourself when it seems that everyone is watching you! Jesus' entrance in Jerusalem is a powerful moment of authenticity. Everyone had great expectations of what he would do and be. He remains faithful…
March 26, 2023 – Matthew 25:31-46 | Finding Confidence in Compassion
The notion of a final judgment often brings a sense of fear causing us to wonder what side of that judgement we may find ourselves. Jesus tells a story about judgement where all people are separated into two groups. Those…
March 19, 2023 – Matthew 13:31-33 | Finding Power in Small Things
We often wish for a big impact. The assumption often made is that a big impact comes from an equally big action. For the followers of Jesus, big impact usually begins with small actions done quietly. The true power of…
March 5, 2023 – Matthew 13:24-30 | Finding Patience Through Prayer
Many in American culture are educated to solve problems. Our impulse is to fix, repair, and create efficiency. It is hard to leave things alone. In this week's episode, we explore how evil works in the world and what we…