You have heard the expression "It feels like I have the world on my shoulders." Imagine having the world and heaven on your shoulders. That is what is going on for the Matthew community. Martin Luther knew the creeds, the scriptures and the feeling of faith-based pressure. Luther felt inadequate and unable to live up to God's expectations, a feeling probably very similar to Matthew's church members. Then he came to a realization…
Read MoreThe roads through the atlas of our hearts are windy and rough as we navigate through difficult emotions. We first take a look at the journey itself and how we handle uncertainty, stress, and feeling overwhelmed. It takes human connection, Godly connection, and courage.
Read MoreRest seems like a luxury that only a few can afford and it can even sometimes be seen as a shameful transgression in our go-go-go society where busyness and exhaustion are worn as badges of honor. But we’re told that rest is what Jesus instructs the disciples (and us) to do. Be Still and Know that I am God. This is our invitation and command from God…To stop and listen to the God we are called to serve to see what that God actually wants us to do and be in this place and time, to stop and trust in God instead of our own wisdom and guidance.
Read MoreHow much is actually sustainable in all of this — COVID-19, hurricanes, wildfires, racial injustice, shootings, school starting, work, home responsibilities, caring for family members and then living out our calling to love God and love our neighbors? What do we do? We look to scripture and the example of Peter for our answer.
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