Bridging the Chasm

September 25, 2016
Today’s readings contain some serious warnings about the temptations of wealth. The “haves” have a responsibility to share with the “have-nots.” Our money can be a powerful tool for alleviating…

Spiritual Smarts

September 18, 2016
The prophet Jeremiah and the shrewd manager in Jesus’ parable show us that our actions have real consequences. But even when we are at our worst we are still not…

From Recover to Rescue

September 11, 2016
What a fascinating contrast of images in our lessons today. Jeremiah prophesies punishment and destruction, but Paul writes of amazing grace, and Jesus promises great rejoicing in heaven over a…

Make Yourself Useful!

September 4, 2016
Jesus never promised that discipleship would be easy. He calls us to deny ourselves, and take up our crosses as follow Him. He also urges us to count the costs…