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Who do you trust when life falls apart—and what does it really mean to follow Jesus?Thursday October 29, 2026XXII Week After PentecostToday’s Scripture readings take us through Hosea 13:4–8, Acts 27:27–44, and Luke 9:18–27. From Israel’s tendency to forget the God who rescued them, to Paul’s confidence in God during a shipwreck, to Jesus’ challenging call to deny ourselves and take up our cross, we discover that genuine faith is more than belief—it’s a life of surrender and trust. Join us as we reflect on what it means to remember God’s faithfulness, trust Him through the storms, and follow Jesus wholeheartedly.

Tuesday October 27, 2026XXII Week After Pentecost What does it mean to trust God when circumstances seem beyond our control?Today’s Scripture readings take us through Hosea 12:2–14, Acts 26:24–27:8, and Luke 8:40–56.From God’s call to return to Him, to Paul’s unwavering faith in the face of opposition, to Jesus bringing healing and life where hope seemed lost, we discover a God who remains faithful in every circumstance. Join us as we reflect on the power of persistent faith, the hope we have in Christ, and the reminder that no situation is beyond His reach.

Monday October 26, 2028XXII Week after PentecostWhat happens when the transforming power of God interrupts a life headed in the wrong direction?Today’s Scripture readings take us through Hosea 11:12–12:1, Acts 26:1–23, and Luke 8:26–39.From God’s call to a wandering people, to Paul’s powerful testimony, to Jesus restoring a man held captive by darkness, we discover a God who relentlessly pursues, redeems, and restores.Join us as we reflect on the grace that changes lives—and the powerful stories we get to tell when Jesus makes us new.

Thursday October 22, 2026 What if the clearest expression of our love for Jesus is found in how we treat the people others overlook? Today we continue Spiritual Classics by Richard Foster with a reading from Dorothy Day’s “The Long Loneliness”, alongside Matthew 25:31–46. Jesus reminds us that loving Him means caring for the hungry, the stranger, the sick, and those in need. Join us as we reflect on a faith that moves beyond words into action—and discover how serving others becomes an opportunity to encounter Christ Himself.

Wednesday October 21, 2026 Are we so busy doing things for Jesus that we forget to simply be with Him? Today we continue Spiritual Classics by Richard Foster with a reading from Meister Eckhart’s “Sermon 34”, alongside Luke 10:38–42. Through the familiar story of Mary and Martha, we’re invited to examine the tension between activity and attentiveness, serving and sitting at the feet of Jesus. Join us as we reflect on what matters most and how a life rooted in Christ transforms both our worship and our work.

Tuesday October 20, 2026 What does it really mean to love God—and allow His love to transform the way we live? Today we continue Spiritual Classics by Richard Foster with a reading from Hadewijch of Antwerp’s “Collected Letters”, alongside 1 John 4:7–21. We’re reminded that love is more than a feeling—it is the very nature of God, revealed through Jesus Christ and expressed in how we love others. Join us as we reflect on the transforming power of divine love and the invitation to love others because He first loved us.

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Thursday, October 1, 2026 What happens when our desire for God becomes a genuine longing to seek Him? Today we continue Spiritual Classics by Richard Foster with a reading from Richard of St. Victor’s “The Mystical Ark”, alongside Song of Solomon 3:1–5. Together, they invite us to consider the soul’s deep hunger for God and the pursuit of His presence. Join us as we reflect on what it means to seek God wholeheartedly—and to discover that He is worth the search.

Wednesday September 30, 2026 What would it look like to live each day with a heart quietly centered on God? Today we continue Spiritual Classics by Richard Foster with Thomas R. Kelly’s “A Testament of Devotion”, alongside the beloved words of Psalm 23. Together, they invite us into a life of deeper trust, inner stillness, and awareness of God’s presence. Join us as we reflect on the Shepherd who leads, restores, and stays with us through every season.

Tuesday September 29, 2026 What do we do when God’s timing doesn’t match our own? Today we continue Spiritual Classics by Richard Foster with John Milton’s “In My Great Task-Master’s Eye”, alongside Psalm 130. Together, they invite us to wrestle with waiting, purpose, and trusting God when progress seems slow. Join us as we reflect on what it means to wait with hope, trust God’s timing, and remain faithful in the season we’re in.

Monday September 28, 2026 What if one of the greatest gifts we can give another person is simply to listen? Today we continue Spiritual Classics by Richard Foster with Paul Tournier’s “A Listening Ear: Reflections on Christian Caring”, alongside Psalm 40:1–8. We’ll reflect on the God who hears our cries, meets us in our need, and teaches us to offer that same attentive presence to others. Join us as we discover how listening can become an expression of Christlike love.

Thursday September 24, 2026 What happens when we slow down long enough to become deeply rooted in the presence and love of Christ? Today we continue Spiritual Classics by Richard Foster with a reading from John Main’s “Moments of Christ: The Path of Meditation”, alongside Ephesians 3:14–21. Paul’s prayer invites us beyond simply knowing about God’s love to actually experiencing its incredible depth. Join us as we reflect on stillness, prayer, and what it means to be rooted and grounded in the limitless love of Christ.

Wednesday September 23, 2026 What are we chasing—and will it ultimately satisfy? Today we continue “Spiritual Classics" by Richard Foster with a reading from Thomas à Kempis’ “The Imitation of Christ”, alongside Ecclesiastes 1:1–14. Both challenge us to look beyond the temporary pursuits of this world and ask where true meaning and fulfillment are found. Join us as we consider the freedom of letting go of lesser things to pursue the one thing that lasts: a life centered on Christ.

Tuesday, September 22, 2026 How do we stay centered on what matters most in a life filled with competing demands? Today we continue “Spiritual Classics” by Richard Foster with a reading from Anne Morrow Lindbergh’s “Gift from the Sea”, alongside Proverbs 31:10–31. Together, they invite us to reflect on simplicity, faithfulness, relationships, and the quiet strength of a life rooted in God. Join us as we consider how to live with greater purpose, presence, and grace.

Monday September 21, 2026 What does it really cost to follow Jesus? Today we continue Spiritual Classics by Richard Foster with a reading from Clare of Assisi’s “Letters to the Blessed Agnes of Prague”, alongside Matthew 8:18–22. Jesus’ call to follow Him challenges our comfort, priorities, and attachments. Join us as we reflect on the freedom of surrender and what it means to choose Christ above everything else.