"The coming of God is truly not only glad tidings, but first of all frightening news for every one who has a conscience." Dietrich Bonhoeffer

Rather than looking back nostalgically at the past or longingly at the future, how can we live appreciatively and attentively in the present?

What gifts does the church bring to you?

The hope found in this psalm is that our past sins do not define us.

Are there any hopeful signs of new life springing forth?

In this discourse between Pilate and Jesus, we have a contrast between earthly kingdoms and the kingdom the Jesus taught and lived.

What gives you hope that Jesus is doing something new in this world?

What are your hopes and dreams for the church in the coming years?

It seems natural to hope that the good we’ve done outweighs the bad.

Could it be that everything we are suffering through today is leading to something new that God is birthing?