Reflections on 1 Samuel 3 and Hebrews 10 As we reflect on last week’s scripture, (1 Samuel 3) we are invited into a hard truth: “grace is not a loophole. It is a gift—and gifts can be refused.” Thinking back to our Sunday School days, this story is told as a little boy running back …
Tag: Grace
Aug 25
Grace That Wakes You Up
“Grace isn’t just what saves you—it’s what wakes you up every morning and whispers, ‘You’re free. Now live like it.’” Romans 6 reminds us that grace is not a distant theological idea or a one-time event—it’s a daily invitation. Through baptism, we are united with Christ in his death and resurrection. That means sin no …
Nov 30
The “Now What?” of Ministry
It is so easy to slip into a project-oriented mindset when it comes to ministry. We have seen recently how the diligent work and planning of our members resulted in security improvement on the downstairs entries, the renovated sign in front of the church, and attractive banners welcoming our neighbors. Yet, there is the challenge …
