2020 09 27

The COVID-19 pandemic resulting in self isolation has amplified the reality of saving lives versus economic fallout and mental health wellness. Hardships for many. Racial discrimination is propagating unbridled, resulting in the push back by " Black Lives Matter". Hardships for many. In addition, accidents and lawlessness resulting in hardships for many. We ask the question, " Is God among us now in the midst of so much hardship? " Moses lead his people from Egypt through the desert. There was no water which caused panic and anger. They questioned whether God was among them. The good news is that God is eternally among us. God instructed Moses and water gushed from the rock in Horeb. God responds with empathy and love in times of need. Believe in God and welcome God in your heart. Salvation for those that believe, all to the glory of God. Amen

Based on this weeks readings: Exodus 17:1-7; Matthew 21:23-32

2020 09 20

The self isolation as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic has accorded many a time for reflection and assessment. A time to pause and plot the most effective path forward. A time to perhaps change priorities and be more inclusive to others, respect alternate viewpoints and give freely of your time for those less fortunate. A time to re-engage with God. Seek Jesus. If you want Jesus to change your life, he can and he will. Zaccheus, a rich tax collector, climbed a sycamore tree in Jericho to see Jesus as he passed by. Jesus went to Zaccheus's home, a sinner in the eyes of the throng, much to their amazement. Salvation for those lost that seek Jesus, all to the glory of God.

Amen.

Based on readings for this week: Luke 19:1-10

2020 09 13

Today we are bombarded with information overload from a myriad of news and social platforms. We are confronted by alternate reality versus alternate viewpoint. Assertion is not history, nor is it truth. The truth vibrates by many between alternate reality and alternate viewpoint. Confusion reigns. God is truth. You can't hide from the truth. God is omnipresent and God’s truth universal, which resides in our hearts. Light becomes darkness in the absence of truth. Cain slew brother Abel. We are all children, brothers and sisters, in the eyes of the Lord. May we live our lives in truth and bathe in God's light, to the glory of God.

Amen.

Based on Readings for this week: Genesis 4:8-16; Psalm 139:7-12

2020 09 06

The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated wealth disparity, challenging our leaders to address job creation and to expand services needed by the poor, by advocacy and devoting resources toward real economic empowerment. An equation between saving lives versus economic fallout and mental health wellness which weighs on the hearts of many. We are all children of God and our faith is tested these uncertain times. Walk faithfully in fearful circumstances. Jesus walked on the turbulent sea of Galilee. Peter also tested his faith and was saved by Jesus. Accept Jesus into your heart, the way to the Father, the truth and the life, to the glory of God. Amen.

Based on the following reading: Matthew 14:22-32

2020 07 26

IT platforms have given comprehensive and instantaneous exposure to world events creating information overload with an abundance of negativity. Many feel like crawling under a rock. Where is God and how can God allow so much hardship to exist in the world? God answers our prayers by teaching us to order our affairs with discretion. Jacob wrestles with his relationships with his brother Esau and God and is rewarded with God's blessing for his perseverance. The Lord has given dispensations to humanity, slowly unfolding God’s promised plan of redemption. Jesus fed the hungry and healed the sick. Live your life in Jesus shadow with love and hope in your heart, to the glory of God. Amen.

Based on readings for the week: Genesis 32: 13-21 Matthew 14: 13-21

2020 07 19

Nature is a reflection of the house of God and the mysteries of life unfolds boundlessly. So much to appreciate with each season. The parable of the wheat and the tares at harvest time demonstrates that evil will be destroyed and the righteous shine forth. There always will be challenges and they manifest unbridled. The COVID-19 pandemic, environmental issues and injustice spawning the black lives matter movement. Jesus spoke in parables so that we may know the mysteries of the kingdom of heaven. Jacob’s ladder was a stairway to heaven. A dream to be fulfilled. Jesus gave us a template to live our lives in his image. Follow in his footsteps and welcome him into your heart. Salvation for those that believe, to the glory of God.

Amen.

Based on readings for the week: Genesis 28: 10-19a; Matthew 13: 24-30, 36-43

2020 06 21

The homeless and the working poor, essentially the disenfranchised in society were struggling for social justice before the COVID-19 pandemic. Self isolation and social distancing has exasperated their challenges. Out of crisis, let us rethink care for the disenfranchised and design positive long term programs inclusive for those marginalized. We are all children of God. We all hope for love, joy and peace in our lives. God has a powerful healing presence and mercy for all. Give us courage to be his disciples and let it reflect in our attitudes and actions, bringing the news of hope and healing. He is with us always. Be at peace, believe and be saved, to the glory of God. Amen.

Based on the readings for the week: Genesis 21: 8-21 ; Matthew 10: 24-39

2020 06 14

The COVID-19 pandemic measured by any metric has created significant challenges. Self isolation and social distancing has impacted our economy and mental health wellness. As isolation eases as a consequence of strict adherence to our medical community, family or friendly bubbles have emerged allowing greater social interaction. Grandparents to see grandchildren as an example. The healing process is underway psychologically. Glad tears not sad tears. The Lord appears in the guise of strangers to Abraham saying his wife Sarah will bear a child Isaac in her post-menopausal years and she overhears the conversation and laughs. All those that heard her laugh were happy and laughed with her. Glad tears not sad tears. All things are possible with God. Believe and be saved, to the glory of God. Amen.

Based on the readings for the week: Genesis 18:1-15; 21:1-7

2020 06 07

The world grieves on many levels. Hope for positive change has proven elusive. Perhaps George Floyd's death will be a catalyst that will ignite a positive change. Social justice can only be achieved by challenging racial and economic injustice. Inclusive collaboration and constructive dialogue is our best recipe for true justice. We all hope for love, joy and peace in our lives. We are all children of God. Jesus had constructive dialogue with his disciples and told them to go make disciples of all nations, teaching them the word of God. We give thanks and celebrate the holy trinity, the Father, the Son and the Holy Ghost. The gift of the Spirit guides us to live with love, joy and peace. Walk the path well lit to the glory of God.

Amen

Based on the readings for the week: Genesis 1: 1-2: 4a; Matthew 28: 16-20.

2020 05 31

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought the world together and we all understand and speak the same language to save lives. We all face the same challenges for economic recovery, mental health wellness and other significant outcomes derived from the pandemic. We are not alone and speak in a common chorus. The apostles were filled with the Holy Spirit after Jesus ascension. All languages were spoken and understood by all. Repent and be saved. The gift of the Holy Spirit fulfilled Jesus promise upon ascension that God's laws not be written on tablets of stone but in the hearts of his people through the work of the Spirit. The Spirit guides us, helping us to live like Jesus with love, joy and peace, joined to Christ in salvation, to the glory of God. Amen.

Based on the readings for the week: Acts 2:1-21

2020 05 24

WHO, the World Health Organization advised and recommended the best scientific approach to world leaders, to save lives in the COVID-19 pandemic and in large measure all have complied. An equation between saving lives versus economic fallout, mental health wellness and other significant outcomes weigh on the hearts of many. We are all children of God. Jesus journey of sacrifice, crucifixion, resurrection and ascension as written by the prophets was fulfilled. His days after his resurrection were devoted to entrusting his disciples how to carry out his teachings. Imagine walking with his disciples during those 40 days. Imagine being at the Mount of Olives with his disciples as he ascended to heaven. Repentance and forgiveness of sins for all. Believe and walk in his light to the glory of God. Amen

Based on readings for the week: Acts 1: 1-11   Luke 24: 44-53

2020 05 17

Do not allow hatred to replace love, despair to replace hope, fear to replace trust, aggression to replace gentler ways and isolation to replace kindness in this most tumultuous of times. Jesus sacrificed his life that we may live. Accept him into your heart and love one another as he has loved us. Believe in Jesus and realize an intimate unity of Jesus, God and the holy spirit. We are not alone and Jesus wraps his arms around us. Walk the road of life with all the hills and valleys with a clear vision of love, the truth and the light, all to the glory of God. Amen.

Based on the Reading for the week: John 14:15-21

2020 05 10

The COVID-19 pandemic has hurled most into a new reality sacrificing travel, civil liberties and compelling self-isolation and social distancing. The medical community and all essential workers have given unselfishly combating the virus. Recently the cyclone helicopter accident off Greece and the RCMP confronting the massacre of innocent victims at Portapique and surrounding communities remind us of the dedication, sacrifice and service of our military and RCMP men and women. They are all heroes and we are eternally grateful. We are not alone. Jesus sacrificed his life that we may live. Accept him into your heart. Jesus, the way to the father, the truth and the life, to the glory of God.

Amen.

Based on the readings for the week: Acts 7:55-60; John 14:1-14

2020 05 03

We have collectively been shaken to the core with the COVID-19 pandemic, the massacre of innocent victims at Portapique and surrounding communities and most recently the cyclone helicopter accident off Greece. All events challenging our mental health. We are all in the same boat of self-isolation and social distancing yet different boats of economic realities. Out of crisis, let us rethink care for older adults and let us design and implement a living wage, inclusive for all. We are all Gods children. Believe in Jesus crucifixion and resurrection. Accept him into your heart. Know that we are not alone and Jesus wraps his arms around us. Comfort, compassion, love and hope will radiate evaporating fear and anger, all to the glory of God. Amen

Based on readings for the week: Acts 2:42-47

2020 04 26

The COVID-19 pandemic and all its challenges has been compounded with the unfathomable massacre of 22 innocent victims at Portapique, the epicenter of despair. Evil festers unwittingly in many circles. The entire country is in mourning demonstrating compassion, comfort and support, such as a virtual vigil. Time mends the brokenhearted. Do not dwell on the evil which has transpired and allow it to overwhelm your heart with anger. Follow Jesus journey of sacrifice, crucifixion and resurrection. Walk your life's path with Jesus in your heart and feel his truth. We live with love, hope and joy in our hearts and are not alone. Eternal life is our salvation.His light shines for all, to the glory of God.

Amen.

Based on the readings for the week: Luke 24:13-35

2020 04 19

The COVID-19 corona virus has confronted everyone with the harsh reality that nature does not negotiate nor discriminate. All are susceptible to the consuming characteristics of the virus.Our medical community have developed rules and regulations to combat this unwanted visitor. Doubting science throws fuel to the fire and extends self-isolation and social distancing. Believe in Jesus journey of sacrifice, crucifixion and resurrection. Blessed are those that do not see and yet believe. Doubting Thomas needed living proof of Jesus resurrection. Faith is born from believing yet not seeing. Jesus lives within our hearts. Live in his light and promote acts of kindness in this time of high stress and anxiety. We are not alone. Do not be a doubting Thomas but believe in Jesus and live with hope in your heart, to the glory of God.

Amen.

Based on the reading for the week: John 20:19-31

2020 04 12

Today we celebrate the Easter message in isolation, yet together. We have the power to make a difference to curb the COVID-19 corona virus pandemic by self-isolation and social distancing. The present reality has unleashed additional stress and anxiety for many because of the unknown. We are not alone, trust in God and be not afraid. Today we live and breathe the fulfilled prophecy of the Messiah, Jesus journey of sacrifice, crucifixion and resurrection. We have been given the gift of eternal life in heaven. Believe in Jesus, accept daily renewal with hope and live in his light to the glory of God.

Amen.

Based on Readings for the week: John 20:1-18

2020 04 05

We face the greatest challenge of our generation confronting the COVID-19 corona virus. The medical community, police, fire and a myriad of support services are working tirelessly to save lives. God is with us in our journey, to save us from our excesses and create a more caring society, offering a helping hand or accepting one back when in need. Word spread that Jesus was on his way to Jerusalem. Crowds gathered along his path and they praised his victory over Lazarus death and resurrection. They spread their cloaks and laid palm branches in his path. Jesus triumphal entry into Jerusalem came with him riding on a donkey. Hosanna!! Save us Jesus. He did not come to be famous, but to serve humbly. Follow in his footsteps and be saved, to the glory of God.

Amen.

Based on the readings for the week: Matthew 21:1-11

2020 03 29

We are under a declared state of emergency practicing self isolation and social distancing but yet together as we combat the pandemic COVID-19 corona virus. We are not alone. Be kind to one another. Trust in God and be not afraid when you're paralyzed with fear. Consider fear an opportunity to draw closer to God. Jesus is the resurrection and the life. Believe in him and never die. Jesus brought Lazarus, brother of Mary and Martha back to life so that all could see and believe. Live your life following the teachings of Jesus, follow his light and be not afraid, all to the glory of God.

Amen.

Based on readings for the week: John 11:1-45

2020 03 22

The COVID-19 corona virus is shaking humanity, the likes of which hasn't been seen in generations. No segment of society is spared. Social interaction is constrained through self-isolation and unemployment is sky rocketing to recession levels, along with stress and anxiety. Adversity doesn't build character, it reveals it. Jesus forgave the sins of the paralytic man and he walked from his bed. Opening the eyes of our mind by faith, Jesus gave the blind man his sight. Indeed, we have never seen anything like this. Live your life as children of light seeking goodness, righteousness and truth. Jesus taught us the way forward supporting friends and neighbors, all to the glory of God.

Amen.

Based on the readings for the week: Mark 2:1-12.