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Forgiven and Called to Transforming Love

September 20, 2020 • Rev. Brian Sixbey

Ever since we left the garden of Eden, we struggle with a distorted view of everything. We see ourselves, our role, and our calling with too great or too small a view. Help us re-set our mind’s eye, beginning with your utter forgiveness of our sins in Jesus Christ, reaching to your unchanging love for us, and drawing us forward into your calling, your purpose for our lives. We are your beloved children, built into the body of Christ to encourage, uplift, and inspire each other so that you can spread your wings over every individual on the face of the earth. In Jesus’ name, enable us to speak the truth in love. Amen.

Now What?

October 31, 2020 • Rev. Brian Sixbey

Call to Worship From Hebrews 11 What is faith? Faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen. Can we approach God with faith? We approach God with the faith that he exists and rewards those who seek him. Does faith give us what we want? Not at once, for all those who have lived by faith have not yet received what was promised. What did they receive – what can we receive? God has provided something better so that they would not, apart from us, be made perfect. We praise God for faith, perseverance, and the promises that will be fulfilled!

Back to the Law, or Forward to a New Life?

October 17, 2020 • Rev. Brian Sixbey

Like children who want to prove they are all grown up, we can imagine that we have outgrown you, Lord. After all, you want us to grow and develop. You gave us brains, talents, and abilities to become leaders, learn new things, and make mistakes. However, we forget that you gave us all that we are and all that we have, and you want to partner with us to bring a vision of the kingdom of God to earth. We will not outgrow our need for you because what you want most is a relationship with us, not our work for you. Remind us where we came from and where we are going, so our eyes can remain focused on you, in Jesus’ name. Amen.

Back to the New Old Home

October 3, 2020 • Rev. Brian Sixbey

In the wilderness, we can either complain about the sand or grow fruit. Share Your Gifts https://firstumcfoxhill.breezechms.com/form/fad86828 Spiritual Gifts Inventory https://www.umcdiscipleship.org/spiritual-gifts-inventory/en