Elemental: S2 - End of Week 5
on September 2nd, 2023
The following is a guide to help facilitate discussion. Feel free to add or subtract or change questions to fit the conversation, and pray for the Spirit to lead in all things. Read More
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Elemental: S2 - Day 34
on September 1st, 2023
Psalm 13:2 “How long must I wrestle with my thoughts and every day have sorrow in my heart?” If you have found this series difficult, I have a Bible character for you to consider. Heard in children’s story sound bites, his life is easy. He’s a pillar of the faith chosen by God. His large family is a fulfillment of God’s promises. He is wealthy and loved and part of the lineage of Christ. Bu... Read More
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Elemental: S2 - Day 33
on August 31st, 2023
1 Corinthians 5:20 “We are therefore Christ’s ambassadors, as though God were making His appeal through us.” So, I’ve been thinking. If human beings are so much better off living in a community of faith and we’re called to love others well, shouldn’t we place a high priority on inviting others into this family? Isn’t it an incredible act of selfishness to live with such benefits without at... Read More
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Elemental: S2 - Day 32
on August 30th, 2023
John 13:35 “By this all men will know that you are My disciples, if you love one another.” There is something genuinely wonderful about capping our rebuild with the umbrella of love. What is more important than hearing that the Creator of heaven and earth is head over heels in love with us? It gives me more patience with my faith when I realize God’s devotion and risky commitment to us. Bu... Read More
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Elemental: S2 - Day 31
on August 29th, 2023
“Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens. Bright copper kettles and warm woolen mittens. Brown paper packages tied up with strings. These are a few of my favorite things.” —The Sound of Music Have you considered that you are one of God’s favorite things? I enjoy thinking about favorite things. My favorite color is blue. My favorite holiday is Christmas (a snowy one). I prefer fall and ... Read More
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Elemental: S2 - Day 30
on August 28th, 2023
1 John 4:8 “God is Love.” I’m not a huge puzzle guy, but there is one thing I have learned about putting them together. The picture on the box is critical. I can’t fathom the evil required to wrap that rectangle with a misleading photo just to toy with puzzle enthusiasts. That would be messed up. On the rare occasion I put a puzzle together, the box stands propped at the head of the table, ... Read More
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