Many of us upgrade our phones, computers and gadgets every couple years because a newer, better version is available. What we have at some point becomes obsolete in the face of becomes available. What if life is exactly that way as well? Is it possible we could be living an upgraded life from the one we currently have?
As Jesus approached Jerusalem the week he would be murdered, crowds roared approval and welcomed his arrival. But Jesus looked at the city and did something unexpected. He wept. The crowds wanted Jesus to be something he wasn’t. What Jesus offered, they didn’t understand and failed to accept. Perhaps things haven’t changed much in 2000 years and we are still somewhat confused about who Jesus is! If you have questions about Jesus, join us!
As we come to the final lines of this psalm, David points out two very specific and distinct realities that are true as we follow the lead of our Good shepherd. As we begin to live lives IN Dependence upon him. What is fascinating is that these aren’t always the first two things we would…
Not only is God our Great Shepherd, but He is also our gracious Host, preparing a banquet for us. What is the symbolism of this table, and what does it mean to accept the invitation? What would it mean to decline it?
The most famous line of this well known Psalm. The valley of the shadow of death. What is it? Why would we find ourselves there? And most importantly, what is God’s offer to us, when our lives are marked by darkness and frightening shadows?
Remember the old commercial with the famous line, “I’ve fallen and I can’t get up”? Where do we turn when pieces of our lives are broken, or stuck upside down? There are moments when no matter how hard we try, our independence fails us. The good shepherd restores, he makes right; he picks us up…
“You can’t make me!” Is there a child in the universe that has not used this response? We don’t like anyone to make us do anything. But what if one was to make (maybe you like the word cause better) us do that which we truly need most? Would we allow it at the cost…
As beautiful as these poetic words are in the opening of Psalm 23, what exactly do they mean? If The LORD is my shepherd, does that make me a sheep? And is it actually possible to “not want”? When we slow down and consider the words of this well known Psalm, we realize they tell…
Riches themselves do not equate to meaning. Riches can be wasted, or they can have purpose. In fact, the way we use our resources is one of the clearest indicators of what we value, and what we find meaning in. Do your riches actually matter, and what are they saying about your heart?
Did you know rich people act differently? How and why? Does God challenge us to act like we are rich? The answer is clearly yes – join us as we consider what that actually means. It might surprise you!