Non-denominational Illustrations
Biblical simplicity, contemporary relevance, practical application.
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A Contemporary Inclusive Language for God Story
In our modern world, Inclusive Language for God presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate these waters with wisdom, compassion, and a commitment to justice. Consider how Revelation 11:18 speaks to the contemporary issues surrounding Inclusive Language for God. The timeless truths found in Scripture provide a foundation for understanding and responding...
The Reconciliation and Forgiveness Challenge
In our modern world, Reconciliation and Forgiveness presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate these waters with wisdom, compassion, and a commitment to justice. Consider how Matthew 22:37-39 speaks to the contemporary issues surrounding Reconciliation and Forgiveness. The timeless truths found in Scripture provide a foundation for understanding and re...
The Climate Change & Stewardship Challenge
The climate crisis is perhaps the greatest moral challenge of our generation. Like the parable of the talents, we have been entrusted with a precious gift - our planet - and we will be held accountable for how we steward it. Meet David, a church youth leader who organized a "Green Sunday" where his congregation committed to reducing their carbon footprint. They installed solar panels on the church roof, started a community garden, and challenged each other to carpool to services. What began as ...
A Contemporary Science and Faith Story
In our modern world, Science and Faith presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate these waters with wisdom, compassion, and a commitment to justice. Consider how Matthew 25:31-46 speaks to the contemporary issues surrounding Science and Faith. The timeless truths found in Scripture provide a foundation for understanding and responding to the complexiti...
Lessons from Technology and Human Connection
In our modern world, Technology and Human Connection presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate these waters with wisdom, compassion, and a commitment to justice. Consider how Leviticus 19:34 speaks to the contemporary issues surrounding Technology and Human Connection. The timeless truths found in Scripture provide a foundation for understanding and r...
The Mental Health & Spirituality Challenge
Mental health struggles are often hidden in our churches, yet they affect nearly everyone. Like the woman who touched Jesus' hem in the crowd, many suffer in silence, afraid to speak up about their anxiety, depression, or trauma. Consider Marcus, a worship leader who shared his battle with depression from the pulpit. His vulnerability opened doors for others to seek help and support. The church became a place of healing, not just spiritual, but emotional and psychological as well. This modern ...
Finding God in Climate Change & Stewardship
The climate crisis is perhaps the greatest moral challenge of our generation. Like the parable of the talents, we have been entrusted with a precious gift - our planet - and we will be held accountable for how we steward it. Meet David, a church youth leader who organized a "Green Sunday" where his congregation committed to reducing their carbon footprint. They installed solar panels on the church roof, started a community garden, and challenged each other to carpool to services. What began as ...
When Inclusive Language for God Meets Real Life
In our modern world, Inclusive Language for God presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate these waters with wisdom, compassion, and a commitment to justice. Consider how Galatians 3:28 speaks to the contemporary issues surrounding Inclusive Language for God. The timeless truths found in Scripture provide a foundation for understanding and responding t...
Real-World Mental Health and Spirituality
In our modern world, Mental Health and Spirituality presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate these waters with wisdom, compassion, and a commitment to justice. Consider how Matthew 25:31-46 speaks to the contemporary issues surrounding Mental Health and Spirituality. The timeless truths found in Scripture provide a foundation for understanding and re...
A Modern Story of Dismantling Tyrannical Leadership
In our modern world, Dismantling Tyrannical Leadership presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate these waters with wisdom, compassion, and a commitment to justice. Consider how Luke 6:20-21 speaks to the contemporary issues surrounding Dismantling Tyrannical Leadership. The timeless truths found in Scripture provide a foundation for understanding and ...
Prayerful Enemy Love
Dear God of Love and Justice, As I reflect on Enemy Love in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in Matthew 22:37-39. Help me to see this area of my life through your eyes of love and respond with the compassion and justice you have shown me. Guide me to be a light in the darkness, bringing hope and healing wherever I encounter Enemy Love. May my actions reflect your character of love and work for the transformation of our world into your kingdom of justice and peace. In the name...
Contemplating Economic Justice and the Kingdom
Dear God of Love and Justice, As I reflect on Economic Justice and the Kingdom in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in Amos 5:24. Help me to see this area of my life through your eyes of love and respond with the compassion and justice you have shown me. Guide me to be a light in the darkness, bringing hope and healing wherever I encounter Economic Justice and the Kingdom. May my actions reflect your character of love and work for the transformation of our world into your kingd...
Prayerful Lent
Dear Heavenly Father, As I reflect on Lent in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in Galatians 5:22-23. Help me to see this area of my life through your eyes and respond with the love and grace you have shown me. Guide me to be a light in the darkness, bringing hope and healing wherever I encounter Lent. May my actions reflect your character and draw others closer to you. In Jesus' name, Amen. Take a moment today to consider how God might be calling you to engage with Lent in a...
Evening Prayer: Clobbering the Clobber Texts
Dear God of Love and Justice, As I reflect on Clobbering the Clobber Texts in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in 1 Peter 5:3. Help me to see this area of my life through your eyes of love and respond with the compassion and justice you have shown me. Guide me to be a light in the darkness, bringing hope and healing wherever I encounter Clobbering the Clobber Texts. May my actions reflect your character of love and work for the transformation of our world into your kingdom of ...
Devotional: Mental Health and Spirituality
Dear God of Love and Justice, As I reflect on Mental Health and Spirituality in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in Luke 12:33. Help me to see this area of my life through your eyes of love and respond with the compassion and justice you have shown me. Guide me to be a light in the darkness, bringing hope and healing wherever I encounter Mental Health and Spirituality. May my actions reflect your character of love and work for the transformation of our world into your kingdom ...
Morning Meditation: Leading Toward Peace
Dear God of Love and Justice, As I reflect on Leading Toward Peace in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in Matthew 25:35. Help me to see this area of my life through your eyes of love and respond with the compassion and justice you have shown me. Guide me to be a light in the darkness, bringing hope and healing wherever I encounter Leading Toward Peace. May my actions reflect your character of love and work for the transformation of our world into your kingdom of justice and pe...
Morning Meditation: Glory
Dear Heavenly Father, As I reflect on Glory in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in 2 Corinthians 5:17. Help me to see this area of my life through your eyes and respond with the love and grace you have shown me. Guide me to be a light in the darkness, bringing hope and healing wherever I encounter Glory. May my actions reflect your character and draw others closer to you. In Jesus' name, Amen. Take a moment today to consider how God might be calling you to engage with Glory ...
Quiet Time: Science and Faith
Dear God of Love and Justice, As I reflect on Science and Faith in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in 1 Peter 5:3. Help me to see this area of my life through your eyes of love and respond with the compassion and justice you have shown me. Guide me to be a light in the darkness, bringing hope and healing wherever I encounter Science and Faith. May my actions reflect your character of love and work for the transformation of our world into your kingdom of justice and peace. In...
Evening Prayer: We Have What We Need to Practice Love
Dear God of Love and Justice, As I reflect on We Have What We Need to Practice Love in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in Leviticus 19:34. Help me to see this area of my life through your eyes of love and respond with the compassion and justice you have shown me. Guide me to be a light in the darkness, bringing hope and healing wherever I encounter We Have What We Need to Practice Love. May my actions reflect your character of love and work for the transformation of our world...
Evening Prayer: Redemption
Dear Heavenly Father, As I reflect on Redemption in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in Galatians 3:28. Help me to see this area of my life through your eyes and respond with the love and grace you have shown me. Guide me to be a light in the darkness, bringing hope and healing wherever I encounter Redemption. May my actions reflect your character and draw others closer to you. In Jesus' name, Amen. Take a moment today to consider how God might be calling you to engage with ...
Evening Prayer: Healthcare & Healing Ministry
Dear Heavenly Father, As I reflect on Healthcare & Healing Ministry in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in Jeremiah 29:11. Help me to see this area of my life through your eyes and respond with the love and grace you have shown me. Guide me to be a light in the darkness, bringing hope and healing wherever I encounter Healthcare & Healing Ministry. May my actions reflect your character and draw others closer to you. In Jesus' name, Amen. Take a moment today to consider how Go...
Morning Meditation: Repentance
Dear Heavenly Father, As I reflect on Repentance in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in Colossians 3:12-14. Help me to see this area of my life through your eyes and respond with the love and grace you have shown me. Guide me to be a light in the darkness, bringing hope and healing wherever I encounter Repentance. May my actions reflect your character and draw others closer to you. In Jesus' name, Amen. Take a moment today to consider how God might be calling you to engage w...
Devotional: Enemy Love
Dear God of Love and Justice, As I reflect on Enemy Love in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in Acts 2:44-45. Help me to see this area of my life through your eyes of love and respond with the compassion and justice you have shown me. Guide me to be a light in the darkness, bringing hope and healing wherever I encounter Enemy Love. May my actions reflect your character of love and work for the transformation of our world into your kingdom of justice and peace. In the name of ...
Quiet Time: Economic Justice and the Kingdom
Dear God of Love and Justice, As I reflect on Economic Justice and the Kingdom in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in Genesis 1:26-28. Help me to see this area of my life through your eyes of love and respond with the compassion and justice you have shown me. Guide me to be a light in the darkness, bringing hope and healing wherever I encounter Economic Justice and the Kingdom. May my actions reflect your character of love and work for the transformation of our world into your...