VII.Let’s look for words (and images) of hope today. What all goes into the prophet’s affirmation – “… therefore I will hope in him”? VIII.Lamentations 3:16-24 (NRSVue) He has made my teeth grind on gravel; he has made me cower in … Continue reading
IV.Let’s turn our attention today to any positive or uplifting images in this Scripture. As you spend time with these words, take time to deeply notice what gives rise to hope for you. V.Lamentations 3:16-24 (NRSVue) He has made my … Continue reading
I.This passage comes from a place of deep grief and pain –“… I say, ‘Gone is my glory and all that I had hoped for from the Lord.” On your initial readings of this passage pay attention to the words … Continue reading
VII.In the final paragraph of this week’s focus passage, Paul recounts some of his actions toward the followers of Jesus. Pay attention to what he reports he did and think about what the impact might have been? VIII.Acts 26:1-11 (NRSVue) … Continue reading
IV.Paul contends it is “hope” that has brought him to Agrippa. What hope? V.Acts 26:1-11 (NRSVue) Agrippa said to Paul, “You have permission to speak for yourself.” Then Paul stretched out his hand and began to defend himself: “I consider … Continue reading
IV.In the previous post I asked you to consider the idea of having “a sure and steadfast anchor of the soul.” Today let’s consider what it can mean to “realize the full assurance of hope.” As you spend time with … Continue reading
I.As we begin our reflections on this passage from Hebrews 6, notice that the writer speaks of“… a sure and steadfast anchor of the soul…” Let’s think about “anchors” this week. II.Hebrews 6:9-20 (NRSVue) Even though we speak in this … Continue reading
VII.Today let’s spend time with these words of Paul and pay attention to what he identifies as his hope for the recipients of his letter. VIII.Colossians 1:24-2:3 (NRSVue) I am now rejoicing in my sufferings for your sake, and in … Continue reading
VII.Do you think we can agree that Paul believes we “are justified,” or at the very least can be “justified”? What do you think about that? How do you feel about that? Do you really think and feel “justified” and … Continue reading
VII.Do you think I ended the last post with a fair question? “Where do we stand? Is our focus drawn to the outward or the inward?“ As you spend time with this Scripture passage today, notice how it speaks of … Continue reading