Whispers of Grace - Righteousness
Matthew 21:28-32 Isaiah 9:1-7
We’re embarking on a new series called “Whispers of Grace,” drawing inspiration from the book 15 New Testament Words of Life by Nijay K. Gupta. This series will explore key New Testament concepts and connect them to the broader story of Scripture. This week, we’re diving into the word righteousness.
What comes to mind when you hear “righteousness”? Perhaps negative connotations like self-righteousness or those judgmental “holier-than-thou” types? Maybe you think of the Righteous Brothers? Or if you’re a child of the ’80s like me, maybe Ferris Bueller being called “one righteous dude” pops into your head.
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Another day, another victory over the #OldGal. She posted a 4 today.
The first sermon in my series, Whispers of Grace. I am using the structure provided by Nijay Gupta’s, 15 New Testament Words of Life.
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The #OldGal posted a 3, strong work but not strong enough. Have a great Saturday!
The workouts you don’t want to do are the most important ones. I didn’t want to go to the gym today. I did anyway.
Today, I did a movement that I didn’t think I could do. I wouldn’t have done it if I didn’t show up.
Show up.
#Discipline2025
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The #OldGal took it to me with a 3 today. She just keeps battling! Could there be a 2 out there?
The Failure of Conversation
For a long time, I’ve noticed a disconcerting trend: we seem to be losing the ability to truly talk with one another. While the internet allows us to talk to, or more accurately at, people constantly, what about genuine dialogue?
I’m so grateful for the Tuesday night gathering I host, Tap Room Tuesday. It’s a space where I believe we often talk with one another. Yet, even there, meaningful dialogue is becoming increasingly challenging.
Why is this happening?
Things move fast on the interwebs. Over the last few days my friend, @ozzy@fedi.social asked if I would be interested in starting a new project with him.
Today, we have launched our own Mastodon instance, Agora Cafe!The Agora in Ancient Greece was a gathering place where people shared their ideas.
Today, you will get a follow request from there and if you’re looking for a new instance, join us!
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Happy victory May 1! The #OldGal posted a 4. Great way to start the month!
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It should have been a three liner but I erred. The #OldGal also posted a 4. 😒
This Sunday we will be beginning a new series of summer conversations called, “Whispers of Grace.” Each will be focused on a word from a different book of the New Testament. This week is, “righteousness” from Matthew.
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The streak lives and so does a victory over the #OldGal who posted a 6!