6/1/2025 Galatians 6:7 Do not be deceived; God is not mocked, for you reap whatever you sow . A few weeks ago, we began looking at some of the hardest lessons we face as human beings. Today, I want to consider accepting personal responsibility and being accountable for our choices and actions. These are two of the most difficult lessons we have while indwelling these bodies. Have you ever caught an unexpected glimpse of yourself in a mirror or a shop window? Sometimes, th

05/25/2025 John 10:11 “I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.” Tomorrow is Memorial Day; a day in which we remember and honor those in the military who have given their lives for our nation. Like most other holidays, Memorial Day was born out of solemn intention – to provide an earnest, unified opportunity for Americans to honor, mourn, and remember those who gave their lives in military service. The holiday emerged in the aftermath of

05/18/2025 Although we are spiritual beings, living in a physical world, having a human experience, we still must contend with this human body and the challenges we face because of our physicality. A few weeks ago, we began looking at some of the hardest lessons we face as human beings. We have considered releasing the ego and growing in humility, as well as accepting the impermanence of the physical world. These are lessons of the self, tough lessons that can throw us off

5/11/2025 Proverbs 31:25-28 She is clothed with strength and dignity, and she laughs without fear of the future. When she speaks, her words are wise, and she gives instructions with kindness. She carefully watches everything in her household and suffers nothing from laziness. Her children stand and bless her. Her husband praises her: “There are many virtuous and capable women in the world, but you surpass them all!” Today is Mother’s Day – a day in which we celebrate and

5/4/2025 Psalm 103:1-5 – 1 Bless the Lord, O my soul; And all that is within me, bless His holy name! 2 Bless the Lord, O my soul, And...

4/27/2025 Proverbs 22:4 – “The reward for humility and the fear of the Lord is riches and honor and life.” For me the Bible is an insightful guide, a moral beacon, and vast source of information for us spiritually and as humans following the path of Christ. Within the Bible are many recommendations for the challenges we face in life. I have begun a discussion on the most difficult challenges we face as human beings on our spiritual journey. Before the Holy Week, we disc

4/20/2025 As part of our Easter service this year, we are going to share in communion. Holy Communion is an outer symbolic ritual of...

4/13/25 Matthew 21:8-9 :“ A very large crowd spread their cloaks on the road, while others cut branches from the trees and spread them...