God's Mercies in a Pandemic
Where have you seen God’s mercies during this pandemic? What tangible things are you thankful for?
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Where have you seen God’s mercies during this pandemic? What tangible things are you thankful for?
Know of a great Lent resource? Let us know in the comments below.
Anyone up for a gratitude challenge? For the next four weeks, The Network invites you to share evidence of God's goodness in your life.
Let's encourage each other! What is a Bible verse or story that has been meaningful to you this fall?
We often think of Lent as a time to "give something up." But what if we flipped the focus to what we are trying to gain. Will you join me in sharing just one way you hope to grow this Lent?
Have any Network readers tried Bible journaling? What do you like or dislike about it?
More and more I'm finding that gratitude is something we practice. It's a habit we cultivate. I'm curious, what is one way you practice gratitude?
I love David’s invitation in Psalm 34:8 to “taste and see that the Lord is good.” The verse is so tangible, a reminder that we can experience God's goodness. In what ways have you tasted and seen God's goodness this summer?
As we go through Holy Week and celebrate Easter Sunday, I'd love to know: What traditions and/or parts of the week are most meaningful to you?
Lent is just over a week away (March 1 this year) and I'm curious to hear what churches and individuals in the CRC are doing to mark this season. Let's open up the discussion!
As we look ahead to 2017, what Bible verse (or verses) give you hope for the coming year?
The Banner recently published a question about infant baptism versus dedication. The response pointed to Synod 2012's call to "refrain from rituals of infant or child dedication." Your thoughts?
Is there a sermon that completely opened your eyes to see things in a new way? Or, is there a sermon that spoke deeply into a struggle you've faced most of your life? I'd love to hear about it!
A recent article in Forbes magazine reported that Americans now spend more money on Easter candy than they do on Halloween candy. Have you noticed an increase in Easter consumerism?
Recently I’ve noticed a trend in which people are choosing a theme word, or couple of words, to focus on throughout the year. Is this something you have done or would consider doing?
In a recent interview with Complex magazine, Canadian pop singer Justin Bieber shared some of his thoughts on God, Christians, and going to church. How can, or should, we respond?