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Philippians 2:5-11 Nature of Christ: King The Apostle Paul proclaims how to have the same mindset of Jesus Christ and his humility. As Jesus is exalted to the highest place as Lord, how might we best glorify him as the Lord of Lords and King of Kings?

Hebrews 3:1-14 Nature of Christ: Priest The writer of Hebrews proclaims how Jesus is “our apostle and high priest” and whose faithfulness is greater than that of Moses! As Jesus holds the nature of this priestly office, how do we believe and trust in his mission and purpose?

Acts 3:11-25 Nature of Christ: Prophet Peter proclaims how the Holy and Righteous One who was put to death is the one God raised up as the prophet. How does the prophetic witness of Christ continue to inspire people to engage in mission & ministry in his name?

Inspired by passages in Revelation, chapters 7, 21, 22 At Rainforest Falls, we have been exploring the nature of God! We celebrate the week of learning & growing with God our Creator!

Nature of God: Love 1 John 4:12-21 In John’s first letter, we are reminded how love comes from God, and the nature of God is love! How does this love invite us to live in Christ, live without fear, and live loving our brother and sister?

Nature of God: Holy Isaiah 6:1-13 The calling of the prophet Isaiah is a very holy experience. As we explore the nature of God as holy, may we hear and claim the words of Isaiah in our day, “Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?”

Acts 2:1-18 Grace: Resisting & Welcoming Fifty days after the resurrection of Jesus, the Day of Pentecost arrived with a mighty wind and tongues of fire, enabling the apostles to share the Good News of Jesus. Where is the Spirit guiding you on this day? And where might you be resisting God’s grace and needing to welcome it?

Acts 1:1-11 Grace: Miracles As Jesus prepares to make his ascension into heaven, he instructs them to be his witnesses in Jerusalem, in Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth. Where is Jesus inviting us to claim his miracles? And which miracles of spiritual growth do you most need to claim right now?

cts 17:22-31 Growth & Religion Paul’s journey to Athens discovers a religious community needing encouragement to believe in the LORD God and in his son risen from the dead. Do your beliefs need a faith-infusion? And where are you personally growing and spiritually growing?

John 14:15-21 Love: Taking Risks We step back into Gospel time and remember when Jesus promised the Holy Spirit and urges the disciples to love him by keeping his commandments. How do these words inspire you on this day? And where in your life do you need to take risks to love like Jesus?

The Other Way Luke 19:28-40 As Jesus makes his entry in Jerusalem, this moment on the road feels both like the end and the beginning. While a pilgrimage may reach its destination, the hope, wisdom, and life lessons learned along the way have offered a new starting point for us. What “other” way are we called to in the name of right relationship with Christ?

The Way Home Luke 15:11-32 As Jesus shares the story of the prodigal son, he demonstrates the father’s great love for his children. No matter what we call “home” in this physical world, we yearn for a spiritual home offering serenity, acceptance, and belonging. How might you and I find our way home in this season?

Fireproofing Your Faith Mark 9:2-9 After Jesus takes his inner circle of disciples onto a mountain to pray, he is transfigured before them, and they have an amazing spiritual experience. How do you and I “fireproof” our faith to trust and believe?

Fireproofing Your Relationships Romans 12:9-16 The Apostle Paul encourages the Roman Christians to put their love in action! How do you and I “fireproof” our relationships by putting our love in action today?

Fireproofing Your 1,440 Minutes Matthew 6:25-34 As Jesus teaches the sermon on the mount, he encourages the crowds to not worry about tomorrow. How do you and I “fireproof” our days worrying less and trusting more?

Time for Good News Luke 7:18-22 Later, John the Baptist’s disciples were sent to the Lord asking, “Are you the one who is to come, or should we expect someone else?” Jesus reveals the good news brought to the world through him. In this new year, how do you and I claim what we believe and claim about Jesus?

Praise the LORD Psalm 148 The psalmist proclaims praise for all of creation! In these Twelve Days of Christmas, how might you and I offer our praise for the birth of the King of Kings and Lord of Lords?

Psalm 33:1-9, 20-22 Lighting of Advent Wreath - Love The psalmist proclaims how the LORD loves righteousness and justice and how the earth is full of his unfailing love. How might we seek righteousness and justice in our day and wait for the LORD?

Mountains Bring Peace Psalm 72:1-7, 18-19 Lighting of Advent Wreath - Peace As the psalmist proclaims sentiments about a righteous king, may God’s glorious name be blessed forever! How might you and I anticipate the One who will bring peace to the earth?

Psalm 65 Lighting of Advent Wreath - Hope The psalmist proclaims the hope of being in relationship with the LORD God. How do you and I join in hope for what is to come for the Advent season?

Luke 14:15-24 As someone proclaims, “Blessed is the one will eat at the feast in the kingdom of God,” Jesus tells a parable of the Great Banquet and those who gave excuses to not attend. Who gets a taste of his banquet?

Luke 14:7-14 When Jesus notices how guests picked places of honor at the table, he tells a parable, and then he shares who to invite! Who have you invited to your table, and who needs to be invited?

John 2:1-11 At a wedding in Cana, the wine ran out, and then Jesus changes water into wine. In response, the Master of the banquet proclaims how “you have saved the best till now.” On this Stewardship Sunday, prayerfully commit to God your best for 2026.

11-02-2025 - Come To The Table - In Remembrance Of Me by FaithWestwood UMC

Mark 7:24-30 A Syrophoenician woman seeks healing for her child. The woman and Jesus then engage in a conversation about bread, dogs, and crumbs. How do Jesus’s words speak to you today about expanding the Kingdom?