Answered prayers are a reflection of God’s goodness and God’s vision for a world that aligns with God’s values.

What is Paul’s advice? Get back to the roots of the faith—Jesus.

“Steadfast love and faithfulness will meet; righteousness and peace will kiss each other.”

When have you experienced God’s faithfulness despite your faithlessness?

What worries and distractions keep you from living with joy and gratitude?

In this hymn, we are reminded that it is through Christ that all things have come into being and that it is Christ who is over it all.

This psalmist is someone who has been trampled on and ruined by those who seek wealth and power at any cost.

What industries in the world today trample on the needy or bring ruin to the poor?

Both in practice and in word, Jesus notices people who are hurting and tends to their wounds, whether those wounds are physical, spiritual, or emotional.

The strength of the community’s faith can by determined by the fruit they are bearing.