Author Archive for: goose52
Entries by Mark Lansberry
Peace in the Midst of Conflict – November 27, 2022
Scripture: Isaiah 2: 1-5; Romans 13: 11-14 To keep awake is to open our eyes in awe at the works of the Holy in our midst and to the promises […]
The Image of the Invisible God – November 20, 2022
Scripture: Colossians 1: 11-20 Our ability to bless others with the light of Christ, to be gathered together in community, to be able to witness to our community, to enjoy […]
The Labor Is Not in Vain – November 13, 2022
Scripture: Isaiah 65: 17-25 Have you ever had a “renovation” project that felt like it would never end? This week’s text shows that even God wonders what to do when […]
The Pillar of Trust – November 6, 2022
Scripture: Haggai 1: 15b-2:9 God’s people are confronted by the need to rebuild the temple…a new place that will become the dwelling of God for a new time and a […]
The Pillar of Patience–Perseverance – October 30, 2022
Scripture: Habakkuk 1: 1-4; 2: 1-4 How often do we lose hope in God simply because we have lost patience with God and/or God’s people? In order for a joyful […]
The Ground Floor: Laying the Foundation–Vision – October 23, 2022
Scripture: Joel 2: 23-32 We start from the ground up! Joel reminds the Israelites, and us, about the faithfulness of God’s presence with them always and the power of vision […]
You Can Always Rebuild – October 16, 2022
Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:14-4:5 A great reminder that you’re always able to bounce back. No matter what you’ve been through, you still have a fighting chance. You can work your […]
You Shouldn’t Compare Yourself to Anyone Else – October 9, 2022
Scripture: 2 Timothy 2: 8-15 Mirabel sings about how she can’t move mountains or heal what’s broken. She wants a miracle to show her the direction her path should take […]