Sunday, November 17, 2024
We live in a culture that really likes convenient and comfortable. In my convenient and comfortable life, I confess I have not devoted myself to fellowship, sharing in meals with my fellow believers, and to prayer. The Greek verb we translate to “devoted” literally means “to be steadfastly attentive to, to continue all the time,… Read more
Saturday, November 16, 2024
Healthy things grow! As we focus on building connection, with each other and with God, it is crucial that we remain attached to the true vine – Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. “For apart from me you can do nothing,” Jesus says to his disciples here in John’s Gospel. What does it mean and… Read more
Friday, November 15, 2024
Think of an example in your life or in the world that you would characterize by the words “holy and united.” Maybe there’s a person who comes to mind (…Jesus?! Always a right answer at church!). Maybe you’re in a small group that fits those words, or perhaps church springs up. Or maybe nothing comes… Read more
Thursday, November 14, 2024
We are one body, united in Christ. That’s a core value here at Hope. As your body functions, each system, each organ, down to each cell and the tiny organelles that make up our cells, have a specific role to play. Everything needs to work together for you to function properly. If the church is… Read more