Struggles in life are prevalent, and different for everyone. The story of Jacob is wrought with deceit and self interest at first, but as Jacob goes through life, and he learns and grows and his responsibilities increase, he soon realizes the ramifications of his choices and actions. Jacob has a
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Psalm 32 • Blessed are those whose sins are forgiven. Matthew 4:1-11 • Jesus tempted in the desert. The story of Jesus being tempted in the desert is one that inspires us, and challenges us. Can we be as strong as Jesus when faced with a choice that either trusts
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Psalm 126 • Those who sow in tears reap with joy. John 12:1-8 • Mary anoints Jesus with costly ointment. Being able to offer healing love to another is an act of faith, is an act of compassion, is and act of love. What we have lost from this time
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2 Corinthians 5:6-10, 7-20 • Walk by faith, John 8:1-12 • Never walk alone. In a world that values independence it can be difficult to ask for help, or to name what it is we need. As people of faith, we are called to live in relationship with one another.
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1 Samuel 17: 32-49 • David and Goliath. Mark 4:35-41• Jesus stills a storm. Faith is that which sustains and encourages us and propels us through every encounter in life. Against all odds we find we have, deep within us, the resources to continue to live in faithfulness to our
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Exodus 3: 1-15 Moses at the Burning Bush. Luke 17:5-10 Jesus Cleanses Ten Lepers. Part of being a disciple is not letting our fear of inadequacy or lack of ability stop us from participating and investing in what we believe. God calls each of us, even though we often feel
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