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God's Message to Dry Bones
See the Glory of God Here and Now 5th Sunday in Lent — March 22, 2026 Ezekiel 37:1–14 ⠂Psalm 130 ⠂Romans 8:6–11 ⠂John 11:1–45 Lenten Blessing to God’s beloved, Nineteen years ago, before my father turned eighty, I learned what “dry bones” really meant. He had lived seven years in bed after a car accident, seven years of decline, seven years of slow fading. When he died, I flew back to Taiwan, officiated his funeral, and then went to the cremation center to pick up his bones a
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When We Step Into Raʿ
The Struggle to See God at Work 4th Sunday in Lent — March 15, 2026 Texts 1 Samuel 16:1-13 ⠂Psalm 23 ⠂Ephesians 5:8-14 ⠂John 9:1-41 Lenten blessings to all. We are now in the fourth Sunday of Lent, and before we move forward, it helps to remember where we’ve been. As we know, Lent is more than a season of reflection; it’s a journey of watching how God works in our lives in ways we don’t expect. On the second Sunday of Lent, Nicodemus thought God’s work was impossible — the id
Mar 145 min read


God’s ḥesed (חֶסֶד) That Goes Viral
One person at a time. One community at a time 3.8.2026 3 Lent [Texts] Exodus 17:1-7 Psalm 95 Romans 5:1-11 John 4:5-42 Lenten greetings to you, the lights of the world. Last Sunday, we left worship remembering that we are lights — like stars in the sky — and that we would keep shining as we returned to our daily lives. Later that afternoon, an image appeared on my phone… a photo taken at an airport. Refugees fleeing war zones, holding suitcases, looking down at their phon
Mar 74 min read


An Intervention of God's Presence
That Stays That Saves Lent 2 — March 1, 2026 Texts: Genesis 12:1–4a; Psalm 121; Romans 4:1–5, 13–17; John 3:1–17 Lenten greetings to you who shine because God first shines on you. There’s a question at the center of all our readings today, A question that has echoed through every generation of faith: What does it mean to be the people of God? Abram carries it when God calls him to leave everything familiar. (imagine: put yourself in his shoes) The psalmist sings it while sc
Feb 285 min read


Breakthrough Within: In-between adherence and defiance
3.30.2025 4th Mini Easter [Texts] Joshua 5:9-12 Psalm 32 2 Corinthians 5:16-21 Luke 15:1-3, 11b-32 Lenten Blessings to you, holy and...
Mar 29, 20254 min read


Breakthrough Within: In-between repenting and perishing.
3.23.2025 3rd Mini Easter [Texts] Isaiah 55:1-9 Psalm 63:1-8 1 Corinthians 10:1-13 Luke 13:1-9 Lenten blessings to you, holy and beloved...
Mar 22, 20255 min read


Breakthrough Within: In-between Persistence and Doubt
3.16.2025 2nd Mini Easter [Texts] Genesis 15:1-12, 17-18 Psalm 27 Philippians 3:17—4:1 Luke 13:31-35 God’s peace and grace be with you,...
Mar 15, 20255 min read


Breakthrough Within: In-Between Hope and Despair
3.9.2025 1st Mini Easter [Texts] Deuteronomy 26:1-11 Psalm 91:1-2, 9-16 Romans 10:8b-13 Luke 4:1-13 Lenten blessings to you, holy and...
Mar 8, 20254 min read


Ash Wednesday
3.5.2025 [Biblical Texts] Psalm 51:1-17 2 Corinthians 5:20b—6:10 Matthew 6:1-6, 16-21 Psalm 51:1-17 Contemplation Questions Take a moment...
Mar 5, 20254 min read


God in Jesus Unveils and Heals
3.2.2025 Transfiguration of Our Lord Sunday [Texts] Exodus 34:29-35 Psalm 99 2 Corinthians 3:12—4:2 Luke 9:28-36 [37-43a] Grace and Peace...
Mar 1, 20255 min read


The Power of Agape
Luke 24:1-12. Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24 Easter Triduum: Wandering with Peter by Grace through faith 復活節三重奏: 藉著信心,恩典與彼得同行 Easter Sunday 復活節主日...
Mar 30, 20249 min read


Jesus has blessed us with the crown of love.
John 12:12-16; Psalm 31:9-16 May the Grace and Peace from God be with you. 願上帝的恩典與平安,賜給你們。 Our Story 我們的故事 Have you ever had mixed...
Mar 23, 20249 min read


Jesus Christ, the foundation of the Church - our confession
Matthew 16:13-20 May the Grace and Peace from God be with you. Amen. 願上帝的恩典與平安,與您們同在。阿們。 Our Story 我們的故事 Since the pandemic, scams have...
Mar 16, 20249 min read


Jesus' freedom of forgiveness
Matthew 18:15-22; Psalm 119:9-16 May the Grace and Peace from God be with each one of you. Amen. 願上帝的恩典與平安,賜給弟兄姊妹們。阿們。 Last Sunday, we...
Mar 9, 20247 min read


Jesus has kept me above the water.
Matthew 14:22-33 I believe that we all know this story of Peter well. Seeing Jesus walking on the water toward the boat, Peter wanted to...
Mar 2, 20248 min read


March 26 Podcast: Dry Season
The 5th Sunday of Lent, Year A Scriptures: Ezekiel 37:1-14; Psalm 130; John 11:1-45; Romans 8:6-11 Key Verse: “I will put my spirit...
Mar 23, 20233 min read


devotion questions & prayer
The 5th Week of Lent, Year A Scriptures: Ezekiel 37:1-14; Psalm 130; John 11:1-45; Romans 8:6-11 Key Verse: “I will put my spirit within...
Mar 23, 20231 min read


March 19 Podcast: Followed by God's goodness and mercy
The 4th Sunday of Lent, Year A Scriptures: Psalm 23; John 9:1-41 Key Verse: “Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my...
Mar 19, 20233 min read


Devotion Questions
The 4th Week of Lent, Year A Scriptures: Psalm 23; John 9:1-41 Key verse: “Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my...
Mar 14, 20231 min read


Devotion Questions
The 3rd Week of Lent, Year A Scriptures: Romans 5:1-11; John 4:5-42 Key verse: “Since we are justified by faith, we have peace with God...
Mar 9, 20231 min read
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