Old Testament: Isaiah 66:18-23 (Pentecost 11: Series C)
As is often the case in Scripture, creation is about a renewed, restored, and redeemed relationship with the Creator.
Old Testament: Jeremiah 23: 16-29 (Pentecost 10: Series C)
The real presence of the LORD does not pop-up unannounced when Jesus institutes the Lord’s Supper—it has been a theme from the days in the Garden of Eden when He walked and talked with His people.
Old Testament: Genesis 15:1-6 (Pentecost 9: Series C)
We want to control things and we desire to partner with God in all manner of things, but of course, the LORD is in control. He takes care of things and He does not need our help in these matters.
Old Testament: Ecclesiastes 1:2,12–14; 2:18–26 (Pentecost 8: Series C)
There is no meaning, life is all vanity, if one is not in relationship with God. Keep life simple: trust in God and enjoy the life He has given.
Old Testament: Genesis 18: (17-19) 20-33 (Pentecost 7: Series C)
God is in control, but God is also in relationship with His children and asks us to pray, to lament, and to ask Him to change His mind as we participate as the Bride with our Bridegroom.