Archive for November 2020
Emmanuel
November 30, 2020 DAILY READING Psalm 124Genesis 8:1-19Romans 6:1-11 FIELD NOTES Today’s readings are about Noah’s flood and our baptism. These are not the usual just-before-Christmas themes, but they lead us to Advent’s deepest meaning. Advent is a time of preparing, not just presents and festive meals, but a place for Jesus to find home in our…
Read MoreJonathan Wilson Hartgrove
In this episode, we sit down with author and activist Jonathan Wilson Hartgrove to discuss his books, his activism, and what the Gospel calls us to be and do.
Read MoreAncestry.com (Dr. Chappell)
This week’s preacher: Dr. Davis Chappell. We begin our new series on the prophecy of Jesus called “The Family Tree.” This series is the third in our year-long focus on intentional discipleship called “Walking with Jesus.” Learn how you can be more intentional in your walk with Jesus at bumc.net/journey. Our Scripture reading: Matthew 1:1-17
Read MoreAncestry.com (Rev. King)
This week’s preacher: Rev. Toi King. We begin our new series on the prophecy of Jesus called “The Family Tree.” This series is the third in our year-long focus on intentional discipleship called “Walking with Jesus.” Learn how you can be more intentional in your walk with Jesus at bumc.net/journey. Our Scripture reading: Matthew 1:1-17
Read MoreLectio Divina
November 28, 2020 Luke 17:11-19 NIV Jesus Heals Ten Men With Leprosy 11 Now on his way to Jerusalem, Jesus traveled along the border between Samaria and Galilee. 12 As he was going into a village, ten men who had leprosy met him. They stood at a distance 13 and called out in a loud voice, “Jesus, Master, have pity on us!” 14 When he…
Read MoreThe Power of Gratitude
November 27, 2020 DAILY READING Luke 17:11-19 FIELD NOTES GK Chesterton says: “I would maintain that thanks are the highest form of thought, and that gratitude is happiness doubled by wonder.” QUESTIONS FOR THE FIELD What do you think Chesterton is saying here? PRAYER GUIDE Lord, let us bask in gratitude for all that you…
Read MoreThe Power of Gratitude
November 26, 2020 DAILY READING Luke 17:11-19 FIELD NOTES Thomas Merton once said: “To be grateful is to recognize the Love of God in everything He has given us – and He has given us everything. Every breath we draw is a gift of His love, every moment of existence is a grace, for it…
Read MoreTo The Table – Thanksgiving Edition
Join the staff as they each share their favorite memories and traditions from the Thanksgiving holiday, as well as hear from a few surprise guests. Be sure to eat waaaaay too much today.
Read MoreLectio Divina
November 25, 2020 Luke 17:11-19 NIV Jesus Heals Ten Men With Leprosy 11 Now on his way to Jerusalem, Jesus traveled along the border between Samaria and Galilee. 12 As he was going into a village, ten men who had leprosy met him. They stood at a distance 13 and called out in a loud voice, “Jesus, Master, have pity on us!” 14 When he…
Read More6. Spiritual Disciplines – Service
The staff goes deep and gets vulnerable about this week’s discipline: service. Kate knows everything, Adam hates blimps, and Derek eats a pickle. Mentioned in this episode: “Celebration of Discipline” by Richard Foster “Blue Like Jazz” by Donald Miller “Scary Close” by Donald Miller
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