When We Strongly Disagree

Rev. Richard Smith January 22, 2024 Ephesians 4:5-6 (Words of The Apostle Paul) Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.  Disagreeing with one another on key religious, social, ethical issues is not in and …

Five Practices For A Great Year

Rev. Richard Smith January 11, 2024 Ephesians 5:15-16 Be very careful, then, how you live-not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity… For the past two years, I’ve relied on this text from the Apostle Paul as a January starting point; being invited to live wisely and fruitfully.  Reflecting anew, here …

With God’s Help

Rev. Richard Smith January 8, 2024 Isaiah 40:28-31 Those who wait upon the Lord will renew their strength.  They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. The start of a new year is, of course, a time when a lot of people …