Pentecostal/Charismatic Illustrations
Spirit baptism, spiritual gifts, experiential faith.
Key question: “How does the Holy Spirit empower believers through this text?”
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Contemplating The Peculiar Politics of Christ
Dear God of Love and Justice, As I reflect on The Peculiar Politics of Christ in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in Luke 10:25-37. 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 The Peculiar Politics of Christ. May my actions reflect your character of love and work for the transformation of our world into your kin...
Prayerful 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 Colossians 3:15. 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....
Contemplating Advent
Dear Heavenly Father, As I reflect on Advent in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in Ecclesiastes 3:1-8. 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 Advent. 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 Adve...
Daily Fruit Of The Spirit
Dear Heavenly Father, As I reflect on Fruit Of The Spirit in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in 1 Corinthians 15:55. 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 Fruit Of The Spirit. 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 call...
Daily 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 Acts 10:34-35. 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 Economic Justice and the Kingdom. May my actions reflect your character of love and work for the transformation of our world into your k...
Daily A Better Political Imagination
Dear God of Love and Justice, As I reflect on A Better Political Imagination 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 A Better Political Imagination. May my actions reflect your character of love and work for the transformation of our world into your kin...
The Technology and Human Connection Challenge
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 Genesis 1:26-28 speaks to the contemporary issues surrounding Technology and Human Connection. The timeless truths found in Scripture provide a foundation for understanding and r...
Real-World Discipleship
Discipleship isn't just about attending church—it's about following Jesus in every area of life. Take the story of Lisa, a young professional who decided to live out her faith at work. Instead of compartmentalizing her spirituality, she chose to be honest about her values, serve her colleagues, and even start a workplace Bible study that eventually led several coworkers to faith. This contemporary example of discipleship illustrates how Revelation 21:4 shapes our daily decisions. Discipleship i...
Lessons from A Better Political Imagination
In our modern world, A Better Political Imagination 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 5:44 speaks to the contemporary issues surrounding A Better Political Imagination. The timeless truths found in Scripture provide a foundation for understanding and respon...
Lessons from Social Media & Faith
In our digital age, social media has become the modern marketplace where ideas are exchanged. Like the merchants in the temple courts, we often find ourselves caught up in the noise of endless scrolling and comparison. But what if we approached our social media presence with the same intentionality as our faith? Consider Sarah, a young professional who decided to use her Instagram not just for selfies, but to share daily moments of gratitude. Each post became a small testimony of God's goodnes...
Lessons from 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 ...
The The Bible is Not a Sex Manual Challenge
In our modern world, The Bible is Not a Sex Manual 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 25:35 speaks to the contemporary issues surrounding The Bible is Not a Sex Manual. The timeless truths found in Scripture provide a foundation for understanding and respond...
Real-World Leading Toward Peace
In our modern world, Leading Toward Peace 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 Acts 10:34-35 speaks to the contemporary issues surrounding Leading Toward Peace. The timeless truths found in Scripture provide a foundation for understanding and responding to the complex...
The Technology and Human Connection Challenge
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 Luke 12:33 speaks to the contemporary issues surrounding Technology and Human Connection. The timeless truths found in Scripture provide a foundation for understanding and respon...
When Suffering Meets Real Life
Suffering isn't a sign of God's absence—it's often a sign of His presence. Take the story of Rachel, a young woman who lost her husband in a tragic accident. Instead of turning away from God, she chose to lean into Him, finding comfort in Scripture and strength in community. Her journey through grief eventually led her to start a support group for other widows. This contemporary example of suffering shows how 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 speaks to our deepest pain. Suffering isn't meaningless; it's pur...
Modern Examples of A Better Political Imagination
In our modern world, A Better Political Imagination 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 A Better Political Imagination. The timeless truths found in Scripture provide a foundation for understanding and re...
A Modern Story of Reconciliation and Forgiveness
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 Galatians 3:28 speaks to the contemporary issues surrounding Reconciliation and Forgiveness. The timeless truths found in Scripture provide a foundation for understanding and resp...
Finding Environmental Stewardship in Everyday Moments
Climate change presents one of the greatest moral challenges of our time, and progressive Christians are called to respond with both urgency and hope. Take the story of the Green Church movement, where congregations are installing solar panels, reducing waste, and advocating for environmental justice in their communities. One church in California transformed their building into a net-zero energy facility and used the savings to fund environmental justice programs in their neighborhood. This mod...
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 Luke 4:18-19 speaks to the contemporary issues surrounding Inclusive Language for God. The timeless truths found in Scripture provide a foundation for understanding and responding to ...
A Contemporary Immigration and Welcome Story
In our modern world, Immigration and Welcome 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 Immigration and Welcome. The timeless truths found in Scripture provide a foundation for understanding and responding to the ...
The Science and Faith Challenge
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...
Finding The Peculiar Politics of Christ in Everyday Moments
In our modern world, The Peculiar Politics of Christ 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 5:9 speaks to the contemporary issues surrounding The Peculiar Politics of Christ. The timeless truths found in Scripture provide a foundation for understanding and respo...
Lessons from Women and Church Leadership
In our modern world, the question of women in church leadership continues to challenge traditional structures. Consider the story of Sarah, a young woman who felt called to ministry but was told by her denomination that women couldn't be pastors. Instead of giving up, she started a small house church in her community, focusing on social justice and inclusive worship. Within two years, her congregation had grown to include people from various backgrounds who felt unwelcome in traditional churches...
Modern Examples of Environmental Stewardship
Climate change presents one of the greatest moral challenges of our time, and progressive Christians are called to respond with both urgency and hope. Take the story of the Green Church movement, where congregations are installing solar panels, reducing waste, and advocating for environmental justice in their communities. One church in California transformed their building into a net-zero energy facility and used the savings to fund environmental justice programs in their neighborhood. This mod...