Water Daily

This week we look at Mark 4:35-41, about how Jesus responded to a storm at sea. What do the words "crossing to the other side" evoke for you? 

This week we've looked at Mark 4:26-34, in which Jesus tells stories about seeds to convey what God’s realm is like. Today we wonder about this form of teaching Jesus used - telling these subversive, odd little stories that get at big truths. 

This week we look at Mark 4:26-34, in which Jesus tells stories about seeds to convey what God’s realm is like. Today we focus on the wonders of "ugly fruit" - and seemingly inglorious people. 

This week we look at Mark 4:26-34, in which Jesus tells stories about seeds to convey what God’s realm is like. Today we explore the power in things - and people - who seem to small or insignificant to make an impact. God has a different view. 

This week look at Mark 4:26-34, in which Jesus tells stories about seeds to convey what God’s realm is like. Today we play with his image of the way we see the growth of a plant - first the merest sign emerging from the earth, a promise of the fullness to come. That's a faith image for us!

This week look atMark 4:26-34, in which Jesus tells stories about seeds to convey what God’s realm is like. Today we explore how seeds merely scattered might sprout and grow and bear life. 

This week we look at Mark 3: 19-35, in which Jesus offers some hard teaching. Today we look at what it means to do God's will. 

This week look at Mark 3: 19-35, a story about how uncomfortable Jesus made people – even his family. Today we hear afresh Jesus' promise that our sins and even blasphemies are forgiven... except one we're unlikely to commit. 

This week we look at Mark 3: 19-35, in which Jesus tussles with all kinds of people - even his family. Today we explore what power evil actually has over us and our world. 

This week we look at Mark 3: 19-35, a story about how uncomfortable Jesus made people. Some even accused him of using evil to fight evil - does that ever work? 

This week look at Mark 3:19-35, a story about how uncomfortable Jesus made people – even his family. What are "family values" for Christians? Hint - it's not about who we're biologically related to...

This week look at John 3:17, trying to understand the Holy Trinity. Could it be that those who are "religious but not spiritual" lack the ability to connect with God? 

This week look at John 3:1-17, a conversation between Jesus and an important leader who liked to process information very concretely. But Jesus tells him the Realm of God can only be perceived by spirit. How do you best receive information? 

This week look at John 3:1-17, a conversation between Jesus and an important leader. Today we explore what it means to be "born again" - or "born yesterday."

This week look at John 3:1-17, a conversation between Jesus and an important leader who wanted to get to know him. He came by night - what does "by night" convey to you? Listen up!

This week look at John 3:17, trying to understand the Holy Trinity through a conversation a religious leader had with Jesus. Who are these two men? What would you ask Jesus if you could interview him?

This week we are exploring who the Holy Spirit is, in preparation for Pentecost this Sunday. Today's reflection focuses on the gifts of peace, power and presence the Spirit brings to us when we remember to ask for them. 

This week we are exploring who the Holy Spirit is, getting ready for Pentecost. Today we discuss the gifts of the Spirit, given to empower our ministries. 

This week we are exploring who the Holy Spirit is, getting ready for Pentecost. Today we discuss the "fruits" and the "filling" that make us holy pie. 

This week we are exploring who the Holy Spirit is, getting ready for Pentecost. Today's focus is on the pneuma, and on what Spirit-filled living can feel like and accomplish. 

This week we are exploring who the Holy Spirit is, in preparation for the Feast of Pentecost next Sunday. Today we reflect on how the Holy Spirit functions in the Church, inspiring  the life of Christ-followers.

This week we are looking at John 17:6-19, Jesus’ prayer for his disciples before he left them. He sent them to what he had been doing, and sent the Power of the Spirit to help them. Us too!

This week we are looking at John 17:6-19, Jesus’ prayer for his disciples before he left them. Today we explore what it means to be "in the world" but not "of the world" - the world God loves and redeemed, yet is not our final destination. 

This week we are looking at John 17:6-19, Jesus’ prayer for his disciples before he left them, in which he prayed that above all they would be united. That does not describe the Church we know... how might we honor the very real issues that divide us, and yet live into Jesus' desire for his church? 

This is Water Daily for May 10, 2021. This week we are looking at John 17:6-19, Jesus’ prayer for his disciples before he left them. Today we ponder what it means to recognize that the people in our lives belong to God first - and treat them that way.