Psalm: 29 Meditation: RomansAfter teaching Christians about unity in and through faith and that all scripture is for our benefit, Paul states that it was always in God’s plan that the Gospel go out to the gentiles as well. Paul tells us we should receive one another as Christ received us. Remember the hope that …
Tag: Unity
Sunday, November 20
Psalm: 118 Meditation: RomansPaul directs believers to unity of mind and speech by focusing on the humility, life and reign of Christ. Paul shows from scripture the expansion of the church to all peoples. Paul prays that God would give peace and joy through the hope given through the Holy Spirit. Gospel:Luke 19:11-27 New Testament:Romans …
Tuesday, April 26
Psalms: 52, 53 Meditation John: This scene is the Last Supper (Passover). According to this passage the secret of eternal life is “That they may know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom you have sent.” (v. 3) Then Jesus prays for the disciples who will be left alone once Jesus leaves until …
Saturday, February 20
Psalm 30, 32 Meditation: John – Unity. It’s such a small word that means so much in the context of our relationships with God and other believers. Jesus gives us the aim of complete unity with one another as Jesus and the Father are unified. This is the last prayer, according to John, before Jesus’ …
Saturday, September 12
Psalms: 139 Meditation Philippians: “Many live as enemies of the cross of Christ…” (v. 18) This can only mean that they live a life which does not manifest the Holy Spirit in their lives. An enemy of the cross of Christ should bring tears to our eyes. Paul then pleads for unity, if not for …
Going Deeper: June 28
Read Ephesians 2:11-22 together. Watch the sermon video (available at pacificunionchurch.org/churchsmall) Listen. How does the Apostle Paul stretch your understanding of God’s peace? What is Jesus’ good news of peace? What is God saying to you about peace? Respond. In Christ, we have been reconciled to God and have joined a new family. “They” have become …
Sixth Sunday in Easter
Listen. Listen to the pre-recorded Children’s Message together. You can find it at pacificunionchurch.org/churchsmall Review What is a power-up? [Hint to parents: For those of you who don’t play Mario Kart, a power-up is something that helps you go faster or race past the other racers. The point is that power-ups help us do things …