Sep 20

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    rafaelr3 added a text contribution Are we Serving?
    In Mark 9, Jesus asks the disciples a question. They were hesitant to answer, since, for some reason or another, they knew that their discussion was not the most honorable. Who is the greatest among us? Of the twelve, which one sits closest to the Messiah, the one to set captives free? Is that a bad question? Why? Why not? What is the motive behind the question? Why does it matter? Well, Jesus... Read more »

Sep 13

Aug 16

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    rafaelr3 added a text contribution Wisdom for community
    Main Verse: Ephesians 5:15-17  Therefore be very careful how you live – not as unwise but as wise, 16  taking advantage of every opportunity, because the days are evil. 17  For this reason do not be foolish, but be wiset by understandings what the Lord’s will is. In this writing, Paul continues the thought on being imitators of God, on loving one another, the body of Christ. And so to deal with... Read more »

Aug 9

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    rafaelr3 added a text contribution Building Community through Word and Action
    (rough draft of a sermon) In chapter 2 we see Paul speaking about how in Christ the whole structure is joined together and grows in a holy tempe in the Lord. We are built together spiritually in him. The idea is that Paul is saying the church is a community. Community. What is community? Community in human terms means those who join together on basis of religion, intent, belief, resources and/or... Read more »

Aug 8