Sheridan Lutheran Church

Pastor Greg Bouvier Resiliency | Romans 1:16-17 & 3:21-28 Do you usually focus on the end results or the process to determine the success of a project? How comfortable are you in the “grit” of life? Would you rather avoid or embrace the challenge? 10/30/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Devotion Writer: Dacia Kruse Series: Resiliency | Scripture: Luke 8:1-3 & John 20:11-17 Devotions are released weekly on Thursdays. Get the text version delivered to your inbox each week: https://bit.ly/3s3MZrR Release Date: 10/27/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Michelle Oetken Resiliency | Luke 8:1-3 & John 20:11-17 What do you remember about the disciples who walked with Jesus? How do you respond to change or challenge? If you have children, how do they respond? Since we have learned that over-usage of screen time diminishes resilience, what are other activities that you could do instead? 10/23/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Devotion Writer: Joanna Clay Series: Resiliency | Scripture: Genesis 45:1-8a Devotions are released weekly on Thursdays. Get the text version delivered to your inbox each week: https://bit.ly/3s3MZrR Release Date: 10/20/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Greg Bouvier Resiliency | Genesis 45:1-8a How worn down are, or were, you as a parent? Did you feel overwhelmed to the point of giving in sometimes? In your parenting, how often did you consider that each choice you made was part of what would determine your child’s adulthood? How do you feel about the story of Joseph and his brothers? Would you have made the same choice he did? 10/16/2022...

Devotion Writer: Randy Hawthorne Series: Resiliency | Scripture: Matthew 16:13-23 Devotions are released weekly on Thursdays. Get the text version delivered to your inbox each week: https://bit.ly/3s3MZrR Release Date: 10/13/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Sarah Ruch Resiliency | Matthew 16:13-23 Think of a time when you witnessed someone else show immense courage when facing their situation. How did that experience affect you? Think of a time when you showed courage in an uncomfortable situation. How did you feel afterward? What is one situation in your life right now that is uncomfortable for you? How might God be calling you to respond? 10...

Devotion Writer: Janece Nelson Scripture:  2 Samuel 12:1-7a, 13a Devotions are released weekly on Thursdays. Get the text version delivered to your inbox each week: https://bit.ly/3s3MZrR Release Date: 10/6/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Greg Bouvier Resiliency | 2 Samuel 12:1-7a, 13a Do you know of someone who is thought of highly and you can’t figure out why? Have you ever owned up to your sin and then changed yourself because of it? Do you think that kids are okay with discomfort? Why or why not? How are you with discomfort? Can you embrace it? 10/02/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Greg Bouvier Resiliency | Philippians 4:10-14 How much do you fear heading into the unknown? How concerned are you about protecting your child or grandchild from the world? Are you one who notices cultural shifts in the patterns of life? What cultural shifts have you noticed in these days? Have you grappled with anxiety and/or depression? Do you know someone who has these struggles? 09/25/2...

Devotion Writer: Cheryl Stubbendieck Scripture: Luke 15:3-7 Devotions are released weekly on Thursdays. Get the text version delivered to your inbox each week: https://bit.ly/3s3MZrR Release Date: 09/22/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Martin Russell Tanzania | Luke 15:1-7 Have you ever been to another country?  Was there one difference that stood out to you? Have you ever worshipped in another country? What was that like? What is something you lost that freaked you out? Has someone found something for you that you thought was permanently lost? How did you respond? 09/18/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Devotion Writer: Vanessa Roof Faith Formation Sunday | Scripture: Matthew 19:13-15 Devotions are released weekly on Thursdays. Get the text version delivered to your inbox each week: https://bit.ly/3s3MZrR Release Date: 09/16/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Michelle Oetken Rally Day | Matthew 19:13-15 In your home as you grew up, what are habits that you learned? What are stories in your life that you want to pass to others? Who helped you learn about Jesus? How can you help others learn about Jesus? 09/11/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Sarah Ruch What We've Learned | Selections from John 11 What can you do to deepen your relationship with God? Could you spend more time reading Scripture, praying or taking part in faith formation activities? 09/04/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Greg Bouvier What We've Learned | Mark 12:38-44 Faith Talk Questions: What role do you think God wants you to play? What is your ultimate identity? 08/28/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Devotion Writer: Julie Anderson Series: What We've Learned | Scripture: John 9:1-7 & 35-38 Devotions are released weekly on Thursdays. Get the text version delivered to your inbox each week: https://bit.ly/3s3MZrR Release Date: 08/25/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Michelle Oetken John 9:1-7 & 35-38 Faith Talk Questions: What’s your favorite social media platform? What have you shared about your faith on this platform? If someone said to you, “Show me you are a Christian without using words,” what would you do? 08/21/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Devotion Writer: Pastor Greg Bouvier Series: What We've Learned | Scripture: Matthew 14:1-21 Devotions are released weekly on Thursdays.  Get the text version delivered to your inbox each week: https://bit.ly/3s3MZrR  Release Date: 08/18/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Greg Bouvier Matthew 14:13-21 Faith Talk Questions: What is your favorite part of the “back-to-school” time of year? Did you have periods of time in your childhood when your family was food insecure? Who was the most compassionate person you knew well? Who was the most compassionate leader you’ve even known? 08/14/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Greg Bouvier Psalm 46:1-11 Faith Talk Questions: Have you ever tried meditation or prayer in which you try to quiet or still your mind? Was that easy or hard? Do you see God more of a refuge or as a judge? Where is your place of refuge? How comfortable are you with placing anything as a refuge more than making God your refuge? 08/07/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Greg Bouvier Ephesians 5:21-33 Faith Talk Questions: How male dominated was the home you grew up in? Did your parents share authority and power? Have you ever heard of the “Household Codes”? Have you ever reflected on why this text was in the Bible? Who is the strongest female feminist you know? Who is the strongest male feminist you know? 07/31/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Devotion Writer: Cindy Swanson Series: Great Expectations | Scripture: Matthew 7:1-5 Devotions are released weekly on Thursdays. Get the text version delivered to your inbox each week: https://bit.ly/3s3MZrR Release Date: 07/28/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Greg Bouvier Matthew 7:1-5 Faith Talk Questions: Do you see yourself as a judgmental person? Would others agree with your assessment? What is the difference between being critical and judgmental?  When someone says, “Don’t judge me?” what do you think they mean? How much time do you spend in self-reflection? Do you reflect on yourself in ways that help or hinder your faith? Do you worr...

Devotion Writer: Ian Hartfield Series: Great Expectations | Scripture: Ephesians 3:19 Devotions are released weekly on Thursdays. Get the text version delivered to your inbox each week: https://bit.ly/3s3MZrR Release Date: 07/21/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE