VII.Before you reread these words directed to Jesus’ disciples in Galatia, still your spirit, open your mind and heart to any words of encouragement you find. VIII.Galatians 3:1-14 (NRSVue) You foolish Galatians! Who has bewitched you? It was before your … Continue reading
VII.Let’s take another look at this passage and take special note of the way (and ways) freedom can be expressed by those who are part of the Christian community. VIII.Galatians 5:13-26 (NRSVue) For you were called to freedom, brothers and … Continue reading
IV.In contrasting the freedom that comes as we “live by the Spirit” and experience “the fruit of the Spirit” Paul admonishes us not to “bite and devour one another.” In reflecting on Paul’s cautions to us, notice how he draws … Continue reading
VII.As we started our reflections on this passage, I asked – “How is it possible for two groups (or two persons) to see the same thing, and yet be in such disagreement about what has happened right in front of … Continue reading
VII.As you have already taken time to reflect on this passage, what has been the “hinge” for you that helps you enter into the entire passage. WIth that hinge in mind, spend time with the passage once again. VIII.Acts 2:1-8, … Continue reading
IV.In the last post I asked (as I often do) what, in this passage, captured your attention the most. Today, I want to offer a different question to guide us into this Scripture. As you spend time with the passage, … Continue reading
IV.Notice that Jesus tells the disciples, “… to wait for the promise of the Father…. you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit not many days from now.” How do they reply? V.Acts 1:1-11 (NRSVue) In the first book, Theophilus, … Continue reading
IV.Paul calls on Timothy to remember with him Timothy’s “sincere faith,” his “gift” and the “laying on of my hands.” As you return to these words, consider if they provoke any memories for you. V.2 Timothy 1:3-14 (New Revised Standard … Continue reading
I.“… when I remember … I am reminded … I remind you …” (2 Timothy 1:3, 5, 6) So our friend Paul is taking a trip down “memory lane.” Some folk take those kinds of trips to remember what they … Continue reading
VII.As you spend time with these paragraphs today, take note of what you hear about the “Advocate.” VIII.John 14:15-29 (New Revised Standard Version) “If you love me, you will keep my commandments. And I will ask the Father, and he … Continue reading