The Art of GatheringThe new series The Art of Gathering feels especially meaningful this time of year. Matthew 18:20 reminds us, “For where two or three are gathered in My name, there am I in the midst of them.” We pray before we eat, so yes—Jesus is with us when we gather together.Do you remember what your Thanksgivings were like when you were a child? Did you go to Grandma’s house and visit with...  Read More

Christ at the Center:  Colossians 3:1-17  The verse for this week, Colossians 3:1-17, talks about how we are made new in Christ.  We have died to our old lifestyles.  What does this really mean?Paul talks about our earthly nature.  "Put to death, therefore, whatever belongs to your earthly nature: sexual immorality, impurity, lust, evil desires and greed, which is idolatry." (a).  Have you thought...  Read More