Summary: When read through the lens of the valorous Mary, the Magnificat is an interesting exploration of God's call to move toward a post-patriarchal world.
Title: Joy as a Counter Agent to Despair Key Words: How Can I have Hope, Evolving Faith, Despair, Joy as Bright Sorrow Scripture Isaiah 12
Peace and salvation are two sides of the same coin, virtual synonyms in the gospel of Luke. The peace (or salvation) that Jesus offers has diametrically different values and practices than peace in the Roman Empire.
Advent hope does not ignore the uncertainty and evil in our world. Instead, Jesus coming, as the Messiah, is God’s response to the troubles of the world and thus, cause for hope.
Rev Brittany McDonald Null 10/31/ 2021-Intergenrational Worship- First Baptist Church of Columbia MO
Title: Intergenerational Worship: an Ethic of Love Summary: when a scribe asks “what is the greatest commandment?” Jesus responded to love the God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength, and to love our neighbors as ourselves. This commandment which originates from Deuteronomy, reminds both ancient and contemporary hearers of the importance of being a community whose driving ethic is love. One way we can grow in God’s love is by holding this command in our hearts and teaching it to our children. Hear how intergenerational worship can help guide us as we grow in God’s love.
