We continue our series called “Parting Thoughts.” This series marks the end of my time with the Greenup and Cottonwood United Methodist Churches. Each week I will share another parting thought before I start my new appointment. This week we have “Thoughts on Baptism” with a few thoughts about what baptism means.
Our scripture readings come from Acts 8:9-24; Galatians 3:15-29; and Matthew 3:1-17.
We finish our series called “With the Holy Spirit.” In it, we have spent 4 weeks looking at the role of the Holy Spirit in our lives. Our final week’s message is called “Share of the Spirit.” Today we reflect on the Holy Spirit, transformation, and sharing.
Our scripture readings come from 2 Kings 2:1-14; 2 Corinthians 4:3-6; and Mark 9:2-9.
We continue our current series called “The Spirit Moves.” In it, we will be looking at the Holy Spirit . Our second message is “Moved as One.” Today we look at Trinity Sunday and the way that we are moved as one by the Spirit.
Our scripture readings come from Matthew 28:16-20 and Ephesians 4:1-6, 25-32.
We start our new series called “The Spirit Moves.” In it, we will be looking at the Holy Spirit . Our first message is “Moved to Call.” Today we look at Pentecost and the way that we are moved to call others by the Spirit.
Our scripture readings come from Acts 2:1-21 and John 20:19-23.
We finish our Easter series called “Acts of Hope.” The series looks at different acts of the apostles and what they can teach us. Our final message is “Act of the Spirit.” We look at how the story of Pentecost is our story today. Our risen Savior inspires hope for all people.
Our Christmas series is Gifts of Christmas. Each week we look at a different gift we can give and receive. The message for today is “The Spirit” and is a look at how the Holy Spirit is a gift. What power do our words have? Why does the truth matter? How can we lift others up? What is the gift that we can give? Christ is the gift of Christmas that keeps on giving.
Our scripture reading for today comes from Mark 1:4-11.
Ready for Lent continues with “Ready for the Spirit” as we continue to navigate these difficult times. Being ready for the spirit means being ready for things to be different. But it also means recognizing when things are difficult.