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This week we explore Luke 2:1-20 , the story of how Jesus’ birth came about. God's production involved a huge cast and multiple locations! To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here . Next Sunday’s readings are here.

Today we explore some of the other readings appointed for Christmas - and the whole idea of God With Us... To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here . Next Sunday’s readings are here.

This week we explore Luke 2:1-20 , the story of how Jesus’ birth came about. It was not a silent night, nor a calm one - so if we're feeling harried, we might just be one with the true Christmas spirit! To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here . Next Sunday’s readings are here.

This week we explore Luke 2:1-20 , the story of how Jesus’ birth came about - which was in extreme circumstances, far from his family home. The company of the marginalized was his first community - and still is.  To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here . Next Sunday’s readings are here.

This week we explore Luke 2:1-20 , the story of how Jesus’ birth came about. It involved a lot of anxious waiting on the part of his parents... and centuries of waiting on the part of his people.  To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here . Next Sunday’s readings are here.

This week we explore Matthew 1:18-25 , in which we hear Matthew’s version of Jesus’ birth story, which involves Joseph as well as Mary. How did they respond to the radical change in plan announced by the angel? How do we? To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here . Next Sunday’s readings are here.

This week we explore Matthew 1:18-25 , in which we hear Matthew’s version of Jesus’ birth story, in which Joseph features prominently. Joseph is able to obey, even an outrageous request. Can we?  To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here . Next Sunday’s readings are here.

This week we explore Matthew 1:18-25 , in which we hear Matthew’s version of Jesus’ birth story, the story of Emmanu-el, God With Us. How does it affect you knowing God is with you, not far away? To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here . Next Sunday’s readings are here.

This week we explore Matthew 1:18-25 , in which we hear Matthew’s version of Jesus’ birth story. In that version, God speaks through dreams, not direct angelic encounters. How does God communicate with you?  To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here . Next Sunday’s readings are here.

This week we explore Matthew 1:18-25 , in which we hear Matthew’s version of Jesus’ birth story, in which Joseph features more prominently than Mary. Joseph rises to the challenges presented to him and supports both Mary and Jesus. Who has "stepped up" for us?  To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here . Next Sunday’s readings are here.

Today we explore Isaiah 35:1-10 , a beautiful prophecy of restoration and wholeness for those exiled from their homeland. What "home" do you yearn for?  To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here . Next Sunday’s readings are here.

Today we explore Isaiah 35:1-10 , a beautiful prophecy of restoration and wholeness. What in our lives feels dry, pained, in need of healing?  To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here . Next Sunday’s readings are here.

This week we explore Matthew 11:2-11 , in which we meet John the Baptist much later in his life, and hear Jesus talk about him. He said that as great as John was, his followers would be even greater? Do you feel you are?  To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here . Next Sunday’s readings are here.

This week we explore Matthew 11:2-11 , in which we meet John the Baptist much later in his life, and hear Jesus talk about him. What do you think a "holy leader" should be like? To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here . Next Sunday’s readings are here. Information and registration for our online Advent retreat this coming Saturday can be found here . 

This week we explore Matthew 11:2-11 , in which we meet John the Baptist much later in his life, in prison, wondering if Jesus was for real. Sometimes we have moments like that - so we need to have our God stories at the ready to remind ourselves, and others, of God's goodness and power.  To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here . Next Sunday’s readings are here.

This week we explore Matthew 3:1-12 , in which we meet John the Baptist, who offered water and predicted the fire that Jesus would bring. Are we ready for Holy Spirit fire?  To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here . Next Sunday’s readings are here.

This week we explore Matthew 3:1-12 , in which we meet John the Baptist, who insisted we will be judged by the fruit of our lives. What does that mean in the light of God's grace in Jesus? To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here . Next Sunday’s readings are here.

This week we explore Matthew 3:1-12 , in which we meet John the Baptist, who challenges us to go beyond saying, "I'm sorry" to actually making changes in our lives.  To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here . Next Sunday’s readings are here.

This week we explore Matthew 3:1-12 , in which we meet John the Baptist. His mission to prepare people to receive the coming Christ. In some ways, our Advent work is about making a road for Jesus to reach us by.  To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here . Next Sunday’s readings are here.

This week we explore Matthew 3:1-12 , in which we meet John the Baptist. He is just the antidote we need to the consumerism and stress of this season.  To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here . Next Sunday’s readings are here.

This week we explore Matthew 24:36-44 , in which Jesus tells his followers to stay alert and ready – God might come at any moment. How might we cultivate more "wakefulness" into our lives? To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here . Next Sunday’s readings are here.

Today is Thanksgiving Day in the United States - how might we cultivate gratitude in order to be more joyful?  To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here . Next Sunday’s readings are here.

This week we explore Matthew 24:36-44 , in which Jesus tells his followers to stay alert and ready – God might come at any moment. What if the same were true of our Thanksgiving guests? Would we be ready?  To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here . Next Sunday’s readings are here.

This week we anticipate Thanksgiving - why not start the gratitude early? It's a great stress-reducer... To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here . Next Sunday’s readings are here.

This week we explore Matthew 24:36-44 , in which Jesus tells his followers to stay alert and ready – God might come at any moment. But for many Americans the readiness we need is for Thanksgiving; Advent can wait. Can we do both?  To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here . Next Sunday’s readings are here.