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03-24-2024 - Go...Jesus Enters Jerusalem
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Mark 11:1-11 / Jesus instructs his disciples to “go” to prepare his way to enter Jerusalem. When he enters as a humble King, the people respond with “Hosanna!” How are you entering into this Holy Week and recognizing Jesus the King?Autor: FaithWestwood UMC
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Mark 10:46-52 / When Jesus summons a blind man, he experiences healing and is invited to “go” as his faith has healed him. What the blind man does next has inspired followers of Jesus for generations. Will you follow Jesus too?Autor: FaithWestwood UMC
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Mark 6:30-44 / When Jesus was teaching a large crowd, it was time to feed them, and Jesus instructed the disciples to “go and see” how many loaves they had to give them. Are you prepared to be fed by Jesus? And will you choose to help feed others?Autor: FaithWestwood UMC
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Luke 8:40-56 / Jesus frees a woman from a disorder and invites her to “go in peace,” and then Jesus frees a child from the arms of death. How has Jesus freed you from that which is binding you?Autor: FaithWestwood UMC
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Mark 2:1-12 / Jesus forgives and heals a paralyzed man telling him to “go home.” In response, the people were amazed. In what ways is Jesus inviting you to receive forgiveness and healing?Autor: FaithWestwood UMC
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02-18-2024 - Let It Flow - Full Of The Holy Spirit
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Luke 4:1-13 / After his baptism, Jesus was full of the Holy Spirit and led by the Spirit into the wilderness where he was tempted by the devil. These temptations are symbolic and invite us to intentionally reflect on them. As Jesus thirsts, and as we enter into the Lenten season, how might we be thirsting for the Living Water?…
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02-11-2024 - Let It Flow - Coming Up Out Of The Water
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Mark 1:4-11 / At the baptism of Jesus, the heavens opened, and God’s voice affirmed Jesus as the Beloved Son. How might we live out our baptismal covenant in beloved community with one another? We will take the opportunity to reaffirm our baptismal covenant and to celebrate how we too are beloved.Autor: FaithWestwood UMC
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02-04-2024 - Let It Flow - When You Pass Through The Waters
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Isaiah 43:1-13 / Anticipating the transition from old covenant to the new covenant, hear the prophet Isaiah’s words of hope to God’s people who are longing for the Messiah. What trials and challenges might be engulfing you like water or flame and inviting you to walk with faith and confidence?Autor: FaithWestwood UMC
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01-28-2024 - Let It Flow - Giving Water To The Weary
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Job 22:3-11 / Job is critiqued by Eliphaz the Temanite and wrestles with his words concerning Job’s righteousness. Can we be blameless if we do not care for others’ needs? What can we learn from the wisdom literature of Proverbs concerning water and how to Let It Flow?Autor: FaithWestwood UMC
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01-21-2024 - Let It Flow - Drawn From Deep Waters
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2 Samuel 22:14-17 and 2 Samuel 23:13-17a / As David was delivered from his enemies, he gave thanks to God. Even as David longed for water, he refused it and poured it out before the LORD. Where in our lives do we need to repent and “pour it out” to the LORD?Autor: FaithWestwood UMC
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01-07-2024 - Let It Flow - What Are We To Drink?
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Exodus 15:22-27 / After the Exodus from Egypt, God’s people wander in the wilderness looking for water, and when they find some, it is bitter causing them to grumble. As God’s people are instructed to listen carefully to the LORD, they find what they are looking for. What are we thirsting for in this new year, and we will trust God to provide?…
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12-31-2023 - Rejoice...Rejoice in the Light!
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12-31-2023 - Rejoice...Rejoice in the Light! by FaithWestwood UMCAutor: FaithWestwood UMC
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12-24-2023 - Rejoice - Rejoice...At The Manger
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12-24-2023 - Rejoice - Rejoice...At The Manger by FaithWestwood UMCAutor: FaithWestwood UMC
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12-17-2023 - Rejoice - Rejoice...along The Way
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Isaiah 40:1-11 (read only) and Mark 1:1-8The prophet Isaiah says, “Comfort, comfort my people!” as they hear of the voice crying out for a way to be made in the desert. John the Baptist prepares the way for the Lord. We are called to make a path for peace.joy to be experienced.Autor: FaithWestwood UMC
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12-03-2023 - Rejoice…with Ancient Voices
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Isaiah 64:1-9 and Mark 13:24-37The prophet Isaiah says, “If only...” If only God’s presence would be made known among God’s people. If only they could hear, perceive and call on the LORD’s holy name! Jesus says, “Stay alert!” We are called to listen in HOPE.Autor: FaithWestwood UMC
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11-26-2023 - Thanksliving - From Everlasting To Everlasting
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Psalm 106 remembers our faith ancestors who were delivered time and time again. How can we demonstrate thanksliving as we fully declare God’s praise?Autor: FaithWestwood UMC
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11-19-2023 - ThanksLiving - for a thousand generations
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Psalm 105 reflects on the everlasting covenant the LORD established with all generations. How can we seek the LORD’s face in our thanksliving?Autor: FaithWestwood UMC
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11-12-2023 - ThanksLiving - Praise The LORD, My Soul
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Psalm 104 describes the LORD’s splendor and majesty in Creation. How do we celebrate thanksliving for all of God’s mighty works?Autor: FaithWestwood UMC
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11-05-2023 - Lord, Prepare Me: Testimony
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11-05-2023 - Lord, Prepare Me: Testimony by FaithWestwood UMCAutor: FaithWestwood UMC
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10-29-2023 - Lord, Prepare Me: Missionary
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Luke 10:1-9, 16-17How might we be called to be a missionary? Hear about Jesus sending out the disciples in Luke 10:1-9, 16-17 and learn about service, mission & ministry in FaithWestwood from a narrative budget perspective.Autor: FaithWestwood UMC
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10-22-2023 - Lord, Prepare Me: Sanctuary
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Acts 4:23-35How might we be called to be a sanctuary? As we enter into this year’s stewardship campaign, we will reflect on our prayers & presence in our partnership covenant as we hear the words from.Autor: FaithWestwood UMC
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10-15-2023 - Neighborly - It’s You I Like (Acceptance)
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John 4:1-26As Christians we are invited to love people for who they are.Autor: FaithWestwood UMC
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10-08-2023 - Neighborly - What Evil Cannot Stand (Forgiveness)
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Matthew 18:21-35How many times should I forgive my brother and/or sister? Jesus reminds us that forgiveness is not negotiable as a follower! Learn some steps toward saying “I am sorry” and “I forgive you.”Autor: FaithWestwood UMC
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10-01-2023 - Neighborly - Look For The Helpers (Kindness)
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Luke 10:25-37Sometimes life is scary, yet if you “look for the helpers” you will always find people who are helping! How can we show kindness to others and even to ourselves?Autor: FaithWestwood UMC
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09-24-2023 - Neighborly - True Meaning Of Love (Love)
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Mark 12:28-34We are invited to embrace God’s all-encompassing love! We are called to feel the gravity of love that keeps us together and afloat! What does 1-4-3 mean? Let’s find out!Autor: FaithWestwood UMC
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09-17-2023 - Neighborly - White Spaces In-Between (Patience)
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Galatians 5:22 – 6:10One of the greatest gifts that we have is silence. How do we embrace the wonder of silence in a very busy and crowded world?Autor: FaithWestwood UMC
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09-03 -2023 - All Who Labor by FaithWestwood UMCAutor: FaithWestwood UMC
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08-20-2023 - This & That - Singing & Praising
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08-20-2023 - This & That - Singing & Praising by FaithWestwood UMCAutor: FaithWestwood UMC
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08-13-2023 - This & That - Submitting & Resisting
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08-13-2023 - This & That - Submitting & Resisting by FaithWestwood UMCAutor: FaithWestwood UMC
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08-06-2023 - This & That - Horses & Ships
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07-30-2023 - This & That - Faith & Deeds
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07-30-2023 - This & That - Faith & Deeds by FaithWestwood UMCAutor: FaithWestwood UMC
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07-23-2023 - this & that - Speaking & Acting
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07-23-2023 - this & that - Speaking & Acting by FaithWestwood UMCAutor: FaithWestwood UMC
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07-16-2023 - This And That - Listening & Doing
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07-16-2023 - This And That - Listening & Doing by FaithWestwood UMCAutor: FaithWestwood UMC
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07-09-2023 - This & That - Trials & Temptations
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James 1:1-18 Trials & TemptationsHow do we respond to the trials & temptations that we face in our lives? James challenges believers to persevere, to be humble, and to choose joy.Autor: FaithWestwood UMC
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Galatians 5:1-15In Galatians Paul talks about freedom from the Christian perspective. He says that, for the follower of Jesus, we are free from something and that we are free to do something. Freedom is being released from the bondage of sin as well as the opportunity to serve others in love. Freedom is as much spiritual as it is political.…
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06-25-2023 - The Mantle Is Passed by FaithWestwood UMCAutor: FaithWestwood UMC
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06-11-2023 - The Adventure - Watch Over The Flock
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Acts 20:17-24Just as Paul gave his farewell address to the sisters and brothers from Ephesus, on this day Pastor Steve will give his farewell message to us as he enters retirement and the next stage of life for him and Tricia. We remember what Paul said, “Keep watch over yourselves and all the flock of which the Holy Spirit has made you overseers” …
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06-04-2023 - The Adventure - Expect Receptivity And Resistance
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Acts 19:1-10It’s easy to assume that if things get ugly, it’s because we’re not following the Holy Spirit well. But that may not be the case. When Paul arrived in Ephesus, he was greeted with both receptivity and resistance. One day he even found himself at the center of a riot. When God is powerfully at work, we may face powerful opposition. That’…
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05-28-2023 - The Adventure - Don't Give Up When God Hasn't
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Acts 18:1-1Expect transition in every adventure. Things change. We move to a new phase – or a new place. But we must not let the winds of circumstances dictate those moves. We must listen to the Lord and let him set the agenda. We’ve already seen Paul listen to the Lord about moving to Macedonia. Now we see the Lord telling him to remain in Corinth…
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05-21-2023 - The Adventure - Balance Boldness and Respect
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Acts 17:16-31Everyone longs to be respected. And when we represent Jesus, we must respect where each person is in their beliefs. Paul respected the philosophers in Athens, even complimenting them on how religious they were. Yet he also boldly proclaimed the resurrection of Jesus, whom he said will “judge the world with justice.” Are you ready to ba…
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05-14-2023 - The Adventure - Watch For Open Hearts
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Acts 16:6-15One of the most exciting parts of the Christian adventure is seeing someone put their faith in Jesus as Lord and Savior. It might be a person we’ve just met or an individual we’ve been praying for many years. But when the Lord opens someone’s heart to respond to the gospel, that’s part of the adventure we never get tired of.…
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05-07-2023 - The Adventure - Settle Your Disputes
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Acts 15:1-13Jesus’s people have always dealt with differences of opinion. As long as we continue to love each other, we don’t have to agree on everything. But sometimes disputes must be resolved. The first big issue the early church faced was whether circumcision would be required for Gentile Christians. What did they decide? And how did they go ab…
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04-30-2023 - The Adventure - Stay True, Expect Hardships
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Acts 14:19-28Today we get to hear from our 13 confirmands at both services as they share about their life in Jesus. Then Pastor Steve will encourage them--and all of us--to stay true to Jesus as his deep, daring daily disciples, though we will face many hardships along the way.Autor: FaithWestwood UMC
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04-23-2023 - The Adventure - Pray For Signs And Wonders
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Acts 14:1-10When you belong to Jesus and let the Holy Spirit direct your path, don’t be surprised if strange “coincidences” begin to happen. You might even witness a miracle. Early Christians prayed that God would work signs and wonders among them to confirm the gospel. It’s all part of the great adventure of faith.…
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04-16-2023 - The Adventure - Go Where You're Called
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Acts 13:1-12Do you ever feel suddenly prompted to phone someone “out of the blue”? Or to give money to a project? Or to fix food for a neighbor? Could this be the Holy Spirit, guiding your thoughts? Get used to it. This is normal for Jesus’s people. In the Bible, Paul and Barnabas were spoken to, sent by, and filled with the Holy Spirit. Are you re…
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04-09-2023 - Fix Our Eyes On Jesus - Risen And Reigning
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Luke 24:36-53The first reaction of Jesus’s disciples to seeing him alive again was not joy but shock and fear. He asks, Why are you troubled, and why do doubts rise in your minds? After they examined his crucifixion wounds, he opened their minds to what the scriptures said about him. Then he lifted his arms to bless them as he was taken up into the…
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04-02-2023 - Fix Our Eyes On Jesus - Weeping Over Jerusalem
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Luke 19:37-42Jesus was riding a wave of popularity on his way to Judaism’s biggest stage. Cheering crowds created a carpet of coats and an aisle of waving branches as he approached Jerusalem, joyfully acclaiming Jesus as their king. Yet amid this exuberance, those who looked closely may have noticed something unusual as Jesus was riding the donkey …
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03-26-2023 - Be Still - Daily Mission
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Matthew 28:16-20 If you want to take a road trip, you’ll need to prepare. Pack your clothes. Fill your tank. Book your reservations. Those who don’t prepare aren’t going anywhere. And it’s in our daily quiet times that God prepares us so he can send us. Only through time alone with God, we will be able to sustain the motivation to be a witness for …
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03-19-2023 - Be Still - Daily Hiddenness
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Matthew 6:5-8, 16-18We live in a world where it seems the only thing that matters is what we post on social media. But the deeper life requires hiddenness. Our time alone with God is not an activity we exploit to gain subscribers. Jesus said, “When you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father” (Matthew 6:6). Pray where only G…
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03-12-2023 - Be Still - Daily Wonder
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Luke 10:17-21 Sometimes we lay our heads on our pillows at night and realize, I haven’t thought about God once all day. Jesus taught us to look for God’s presence in all of life. What if we started each day seeing it as a miraculous gift? What if we learned to respond in awe to God’s created beauty? Couldn’t we all use a daily dose of wonder?…
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