Devotion February 7, 2023

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Sunday Reflection (February 5, 2023)

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Insights, whether divine or not, put events, connections, and situations in a broader perspective. For some Corinthian Christians and us, the spectacle of a shamefully crucified Messiah does not fit our concept of strength and power (1 Corinthians 2:1-15).

Nevertheless, Paul noted that he had the mind of Christ and he connected it with Christ crucified (1 Corinthians 2:16). In Paul’s life, he had become weak to help others; he had given up the pursuit of violence to persuade others by love and example. He embraced the way of love, compassion, and humility. May we too have the mind of Christ!

Prayer for the Week (February 5, 2023-February 11, 2023)

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Let us pray that we be a light to those around us: Faithful God, you have called us to be a light shining in the world. May we reflect the light of Christ, so that people see your love and goodness in our words and actions. We ask this through your Son, our Lord, Jesus Christ.  Amen.

(LCA) 

                                                                                                                                                                                                   

                         

Devotion February 1, 2023

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Devotion January 31, 2023

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Prayer for the Week (January 29, 2023-February 4, 2023)

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Let us pray to God who has revealed the divine kingdom in Christ: God, in Christ, you declared what is blessed and proclaimed that our joy is to be found in your kingdom.  Your kingdom honors what the word despises:  Weakness, poverty, mourning, mercy, pity, meekness, purity, and peace. May Christ’s Church and our lives reveal your kingdom.  Amen.

(Lightening from the East)

                                                                                                                                                                                                   

                         

Sunday Reflection (January 29, 2023)

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God is concerned about the abuse of vulnerable people by people who wield power, be it in business, government, or religion (Micah 6:1-8). To “do justice” is to set things right in society with an eye toward the most vulnerable. “To love kindness” is to have loving kindness and compassion flowing from us to others, just as God’s loving kindness flows with us. This “kindness” maintains a loyal commitment to God and others that goes beyond the basic legal requirements. Love is the motivating factor; not fear, coercion, or manipulation.
 
As Christians, part of “walking humbly” is to be open to being taught by the Holy Spirit in the way of Christ. It is having an awareness of God’s presence and guidance throughout our earthly journey. May we be wary of putting on a show of worship while neglecting basic everyday issues that make life compassionate and loving be it in personal relations or political relations or how we construct society.