Where Our Treasure Is Scripture talks about possession more than any other subject. Why? Jesus gives us a good answer – where our treasure is, our hearts will be. That’s the inverse of how we often think of it – that we give support to the things we already love. Jesus’ challenging words invite us to see it the other…
How Shall We Live? The prophet Micah lays out succinctly and beautifully the life God’s people are called to lead – to do justice, to love kindness, and to walk humbly with God. Our whole lives – not just our financial gifts – are an offering to God. Read Micah 6:1-8 in preparation for this Sunday’s sermon, “How Shall We…
Sharing Our StoryStewarship Series Week 1 Do good. Be rich in good works. Be generous and ready to share.I Timothy 6:18 NRSV Over the years, Lake Oswego United Methodist Church has taken on many challenges so we could grow in faith and ministry—such as when a small congregation bought land on South Shore Blvd. in 1959, then somehow found the…
Bounty: A Stewardship Series Week 2 This Sunday Peter Jurney took to the pulpit for a continuation of Bounty: A Stewardship Series. Peter’s sermon, “Got Grace?” focused on the readings Ephesians 2:8-9 and I Timothy 6:17-19. Please read the scriptures in preparation for Peter’s message.
Bounty: A Stewardship Series Week 1 Pastor Michelle kicked off her sermon series “Bounty: A Stewardship Series” with “Week 1: When You Come Upon a Giant(s)…” Be sure to read Numbers 13 and consider the questions below in preparation for the message. Questions for Reflection: What/who are the giants in your life (not the welcome kind). What makes them so?…
