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… wrong, continually learn, and recognize we always read scripture informed by our needs and cultural context. This means it is okay to grasp only part of what scripture might be saying. It is okay to get it wrong here … in Matthew’s genealogy of Jesus. There is more life in the scriptures when I don’t come to a text as if I have all the …
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… to live out the practice. For a list of other Scripture passages and songs you might also include during … play soft music in the background, read an invitation from Scripture to rest, such as Matthew 11:28 ; breathe in “be …
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… to get through prayers before meals or rushing through Scripture reading. After all, I've read this verse or heard … culture, and discuss what you learn about God’s world. Scripture and Adventure Study : Study biblical …
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… exist elements of the world that seem too casual toward Scripture, too legalistic, too whatever. Those elements of … the next conversation, “I think we need to remember that Scripture is the definitive answer to this” to another. I …
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… learn the rhythms of prayer. I really love how you engage Scripture both in rejoicing and in reflecting through that … that really comforting and hugely helpful. Jill : And the Scriptures are so clear. I mean he loves us with an …
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… to live out the practice. For a list of other Scripture passages and songs you might also include during … about who and what matter? Then read Genesis 1:26-28 from Scripture as a reminder of why all people and all creation …
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… All Look for the threads of justice that run throughout Scripture as you read it together. Make Matthew 22:37-39 part …
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… time to retell stories of God’s faithfulness both from Scripture and in your own lives. Rejoice in ordinary events …
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… lament is an integral part of our spiritual wellbeing in scripture. I have written about retirement as celebration , … in God’s presence listening to him speak to you through scripture and the Holy Spirit. Lament is hard work! Adjusting …
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… James 1:19-27 using the ancient lectio divina method of Scripture engagement. Read Training Ourselves to Listen Well …
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… to live out the practice. For a list of other Scripture passages and songs you might also include during …
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… of sabbath, justice and mercy, hospitality, engaging scripture, gratitude, and generosity.) Build-Your-Own …