Archive for April 2021
I’m Delighted With You
April 22, 2021 DAILY READING 1 Corinthians 4:8-13 FIELD NOTES “The whole Christian gospel could be summed up in this point: that when the living God looks at us, at every baptized and believing Christian, he says to us what he said to Jesus on the day of his baptism. He sees us, not as…
Read MoreBehind the Veil
April 21, 2021 DAILY READING Mark 9:14-29 FIELD NOTES In his modern classic, Simply Christian: Why Christianity Makes Sense, scholar N.T. Wright says this: “Jesus is, at the moment, present with us, but hidden behind that invisible veil which keeps heaven and earth apart, and which we pierce in those moments, such as prayer, the sacraments, the…
Read MoreBe Prepared
April 20, 2021 DAILY READING 2 Corinthians 9:1-5 FIELD NOTES If Davis called with a job that only you could do, would you be prepared to do it? Are you ready to serve others at any time? On the rare occasion my wife and child are both out of the house, and I find myself home…
Read MoreDr. Christina Edmondson
In this episode we chat with the wonderful Dr. Christina Edmondson. Dr. Edmondson is a psychologist, therapist, and co-host of the super popular podcast, Truth’s Table. Check it out!
Read MoreUpstanding Character
April 19, 2021 DAILY READING 2 Corinthians 8:16-24 FIELD NOTES Are you someone whom people find trustworthy? Paul speaks up in this passage about the character of his trusted friend, Titus. Titus was in charge of the money collected by the church. When handling church funds, Paul wanted to make sure everyone knew what precautions he was taking…
Read MoreThe Recall of Peter (Dr. Davis Chappell)
This week’s preacher: Dr. Davis Chappell. We continue our series on the people of Jesus called “Kindred Hearts.” This series is the last 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: John 21:1-19
Read MoreThe Recall of Peter (Rev. Toi King)
This week’s preacher: Rev. Toi King. We continue our series on the people of Jesus called “Kindred Hearts.” This series is the last 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: John 21:15-19
Read MoreIt’s Not About Me
April 17, 2021 DAILY READING Psalm 96 FIELD NOTES Every now and then, I really do realize how very self-absorbed I am. Not often, because, like I said, I can be self-absorbed. I’m worried about my kids having everything they need for each day or upcoming event. I’m worried about every little thing on my…
Read MoreAlive to God
April 16, 2021 DAILY READING Romans 6:1-11 FIELD NOTES I don’t know what you woke up worrying about today. I don’t know what is breaking your heart. I don’t know what pain your body is in. I don’t know who you miss or what you long for. I don’t know what scares you or makes…
Read MoreThe Truth Will Make You Free
April 15, 2021 DAILY READING John 8:21-32 FIELD NOTES This passage concludes with Jesus speaking words that are likely quite familiar to you. Speaking to the Jews who had believed in him, he said: “If you continue in my word, you are truly my disciples; and you will know the truth, and the truth will…
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