What do you think about this story? What might Jesus be saying? Does Oak St inadvertently charge a tax or ransom to anyone in our community? Do we live out of our freedom as children of God or do we
Church 3/7/2021
Reflect on a time when you experienced disappointment/anger/sadness that God did not answer your prayers in the way you wanted. How did God redeem that situation? How did that experience impact your relationship with God? Reflect on a time when
Church 2/28/21
I think we’ve all learned more patience this last year than we expected. What has patience taught us? Do you usually think of patience as passive or active? How might active patience help us subvert and replace the greed and
Church 2/21/21
Let’s talk about money! I hope that our take away from this talk is a desire to see the way God sees and that we feel permission to be honest about the injustice we see as we build the kingdom
Church 2/7/21
When I’m focused on my plans for the future or the task at hand, is it difficult for me to be present with the people around me? What does it mean for my life to be fragile and short? What
Church 1/31/21
Here is this week’s talk. I invite you to ask yourself what you do when you come across a passage of scripture that is emotionally challenging to you. Where do you think God is in those times? Regarding today’s passage:
Church 1/24/21
I hope you take the time to try and understand this passage! It really is pretty complex. Sorry the message ends abruptly, I went on a little rant and thought better of it haha. How can you apply this passage
Church 1/17/21
Here is this week’s talk: As promised here are some links to the song I opened with if you also enjoyed that song and want to hear some beautiful versions: https://sethmartinandthemenders.bandcamp.com/track/climbing-high-mountains https://samamidon.bandcamp.com/track/climbing-high-mountains Questions for reflection: In what areas of your
Church 1/10/21
How embarrassing I said 2020 instead of 2021. Whoops. What are the needs of my enemies? Can I be honest and compassionate at the same time? How do I plan to question my own motives while also inviting others to
Church 1/2/21
Happy New Year! Who is someone you admire for their active faith? How can you tell that they are people of faith? Who is someone you think you’re better than and what might they have to teach you about faith?