“Beyond all these things put on love, which is the perfect bond of unity.” Colossians 3:14 (NRSV)
Here is the link for the February 9, 2025 worship service: https://youtu.be/i_MmgyXR_zg
Sunday, February 16, 2025 – worship at 10:45 a.m.
Big Question: Sunday February 16, 2025 9:15 – 10:00 a.m. in person in the church office and on Zoom. Call the church office if you would like to receive the article and/or the Zoom link.
Scripture to Ponder & Prayer
Week of February 10
Scriptures for this week:
Jeremiah 17:5‒10; Psalm 1; 1 Corinthians 15:12‒20; Luke 6:17‒26
In today’s world, we’re constantly surrounded by voices trying to shape our hearts and minds—whether it’s politicians, the media, friends, family, or even our own desires. These voices pull us in many different directions, influencing our beliefs and actions. But all too often, they lead us away from what’s true. The deeper, more profound truth of God’s wisdom, which goes beyond our human understanding, can easily be drowned out by the noise of the world around us.
From the moment we wake up to the moment we go to bed, we’re bombarded by a world calling for our attention with promises of wealth, success, power, and short-term pleasures. These things aren’t necessarily bad, but when they become the loudest voices we hear, they begin to distort our sense of purpose. They cloud our view of the eternal truths God reveals to us through His Word. We can easily find ourselves chasing after the world’s voice, prioritizing temporary gains over the lasting wisdom of God that offers real fulfillment.
But God calls us to listen to a voice that, though often quieter, is infinitely more powerful. It’s that still, small voice that gently draws us toward His will, grounded in His eternal love, wisdom, and justice. When we tune in to God’s voice, we remember our true identity as His children—called to live with peace, mercy, love, and justice. In a world so in need of these qualities, we’re called not only to live according to God’s wisdom but to be witnesses of His light and truth.
Jeremiah 17:5-10 and Luke 6:17-26 offer profound insights on the choice we face: to trust in the fleeting promises of the world or to place our hope in God, whose ways are higher and whose love endures forever. When we choose to follow God’s voice, we rediscover who we’re meant to be—people who work to create a more just, loving, and peaceful world, rooted in the eternal truths of God’s Kingdom.
So, let’s ask ourselves: Whose voice are we really listening to? Are we letting the noise of the world shape our beliefs, or are we allowing God’s still, steady voice to guide our lives toward His greater purpose?
Let us pray:
God of wisdom,
In a world filled with many voices, help us listen for Yours.
Guide us away from the distractions of the world and toward Your eternal truth.
May we find our identity in You, living lives of peace, justice, and love.
Give us the strength to reflect Your light and to uplift others in Your name.
In your mighty name, we pray. Amen.
Trinity United Church 