Preparing for Sunday: Stand Fast

At most churches, on most Sunday’s we do not hear a loud triumphant call to battle. We might shout for joy for all that God has done. We may give thanks for God’s mercy in our lives. We may pray for forgiveness and continuing grace. However, we do not...

Prayer for Hope

Gracious God, We place our hope in you. Your hope overcomes all things, Your hope heals our wounds and Your hope restores our souls. Your hope inspires us to action, Your hope conquers the power of death, Your hope frees us from the powers of this world. In your son...

The Family Business

There once was a man. He was a powerful man. Blessed with riches and resources beyond what most people know. He was in charge of a large territory and he defended that territory. Over time he made enemies of other powerful individuals. At times they would go to war...

Preparing for Sunday: All in the Family

On the surface our Old Testament reading appears to describe the peaceful transition of power between King David and his son Solomon. Our reading opens with David’s death and then continues describing Solomon and his desire for wisdom. This reading which begins...

Prayer During an Election

Here in Canada we have entered into a Federal Election. On October 19th Canadians will head to the polls and elect the next government for our nation. Many people today feel that politics and religion should not mix. That churches should keep to praying and worship...

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