Posts with the tag “community”
The Book of Deuteronomy - Establishing Community
by Pastor Nate on January 3rd, 2026
God desires and promises to be in covenant relationship with God’s people, and in turn they promise to observe the specific expectations that God has outlined. Read More
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The Book of Leviticus - Building a Unique Community
by Pastor Nate on December 20th, 2025
“I am the Lord your God, and I have promised you their land that is rich with milk and honey. I have chosen you to be different from other people.” - Leviticus 20:24Leviticus is a collection of very specific laws that was given to the Israelite people after they were freed from slavery in Egypt, but before they arrived in the Promised Land. The laws contained in this book are often very specific... Read More
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The Gospel of Matthew - God's Promise for all Creation
by Pastor Nate on August 23rd, 2025
The entire Gospel of Matthew seeks to present the story of Jesus’ birth, life, death, and resurrection as the culmination of God’s grand promise for all creation. Read More
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Marks of Discipleship - Created for Community
by Pastor Nate on July 4th, 2025
People will not always behave how you hope or expect, but in the same sense there is almost no greater joy than the joy that is found through relationships Read More
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We are the Church
by Pastor Nate on July 2nd, 2025
My experience with the church and with matters of faith have lead me to believe that community is essential for development Read More
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Light a Candle - Practice Resurrection
by Pastor Nate on May 27th, 2025
Make a fire or light a candle. Gathering around a fire has long been a space for communities to gather, tell stories, and think deeply. Today, either with others or alone, take time in front of a fire to consider the gifts of God and the promises of the resurrection. Read More
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Call a Friend - Practice Resurrection
by Pastor Nate on May 16th, 2025
Human connection and relationships are so valuable and important and yet we can become so busy that we fail to attend to this essential element of our life. Read More
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The Book of 1st Corinthians - Hope in the Turmoil
by Pastor Nate on May 10th, 2025
Above all, the Apostle Paul continually speaks of the centrality of Jesus Christ. It’s a good message for us today as we face political divisions, economic struggles, and the sheer complexity of life Read More
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Holy Jesus, we pray for your church
by Pastor Nate on March 31st, 2025
When we pray for the Church, we are praying for the people who gather each week in worship, for the leaders who guide and serve, for the communities that need to experience Christ’s love. Read More
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The Gift of Presence
by Pastor Gary on February 21st, 2025
Then he said to them, "I am deeply grieved, even to death; remain here, and stay awake with me." - Matthew 26:38 Read More
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2026
January
365: Spiritual Practices You Can Do - St. Ignatius ExamenHymn Reflection - God of Love, O King of PeaceThe Book of Deuteronomy - Establishing CommunityThe Epiphany of Our LordRated PG: Thoughts on Isaiah 58The Unexpected Ways of God: Mistakes Epiphany Rising Stars - Guidance365: Spiritual Practices You Can Do - Lectio DivinaEpiphany Rising Stars - InspirationThe Book of Joshua - God Keeps the PromiseThe Baptism of Our LordRated PG: Thoughts on Jeremiah 29:7The Unexpected Ways of God: Prayer365: Spiritual Practices You Can Do - Centering PrayerThe Book of Judges - Abundant MercyRated PG: Thoughts on Matthew 5New BeginningsEpiphany Rising Stars - SeasonsEpiphany Rising Stars - Knowledge of Love365: Spiritual Practices You Can Do - Prayer JournalingEpiphany Rising Stars - ChangesEpiphany Rising Stars - AweThe Book of Ruth - Challenging our AssumptionsStewardship SermonUnconditional LoveThe Unexpected Ways of God: FeastEpiphany Rising Stars - God Hold's the Future365: Spiritual Practices You Can Do - The Jesus PrayerEpiphany Rising Stars - Beautiful SaviorThe Book of Ecclesiastes – Finding Meaning in God
February
Fourth Sunday after EpiphanyEpiphanies For Epiphany - GraceThe Unexpected Ways of God: SuprisesEpiphanies For Epiphany - Sanctification365: Spiritual Practices You Can Do - GratitudeEpiphanies For Epiphany - Law & GospelThe Book of Philippians - Hope in Times of TroubleThe Fifth Sunday after Epiphany Epiphanies For Epiphany - CreationThe Unexpected Ways of God: Sports MoviesEpiphanies For Epiphany - Trinity365: Spiritual Practices You Can Do - Seasons, Rituals, and TraditionsEpiphanies For Epiphany - FaithThe Book of Song of Solomon – Love as a Reflection of God’s FaithfulnessThe Sixth Sunday after EpiphanyEpiphanies For Epiphany - SilenceThe Unexpected Ways of God: Niagara FallsThe Season of Lent365: Spiritual Practices You Can Do - Daily Life CuesUnlearning for Lent - I am what I accomplishThe Book of Isaiah - Hope in the Midst of JudgementThe First Sunday in LentHymn Devo - Lord of All HopefulnessYou Are SpecialUnlearning for Lent - I am what I accomplish CopyRated PG: Thoughts on Luke 4Unlearning for Lent - Performative Faith
March
The Second Sunday in Lent Unlearning for Lent - Scarcity MindsetLet Go and Let God Unlearning for Lent - DespairHidden but Still ThereUnlearning for Lent - Silence as Absence The Book of Lamentations - Hope in the Midst of SufferingThe Third Sunday in LentUnlearning for Lent - The Need to Fix EveryoneHymn Devo - What a Fellowship, What a Joy DivineUnlearning for Lent - The Idol of Comfort365: Spiritual Practices You Can Do - Breath Prayer
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January
February
Zombie ChurchFundamentalsFeasts & BanquetsAcademics & FaithShattering Our ExpectationsJesus didn't really mean that, right? Sacred Discomfort: How God Speaks in Uncomfortable MomentsThe Spirit IntercedesHappy Birthday JesusChristmas in JulyJoy in ListeningHope in the Midst of DoubtThe Gift of PresenceI'm too...Daily Bread and MindfulnessA Thousand Years is like a DaySacred Interruptions: How God Speaks Through Life's Detours
March
The Life was The Light of All PeopleWaiting PatientlyUnseenCreator God, I pray for the earth...God, I want to be better at...Holy Spirit, Help me UnderstandGod, Grant Me Patience WithThe Gospel of John - Guidance for LifeJesus Christ, Forgive Me ForThe Book of 1st Samuel - Trust During the BattlesGod of the Oppressed, protect those who are vulnerableEnduring Lord, I hope forPrince of Peace, Calm my Mind When...