Faith @ Home Daily- Thursday, July 2, 2020

Scripture: Matthew 22:11

All of this week’s lectionary passages should come with warning to proceed with caution. This verse comes from one of three sequential parables about membership in the kingdom of heaven. The author continues to treat religious leaders harshly. Because a thorough examination of this complicated parable of the wedding banquet is not possible in this short devotional format, let us focus on the wedding robe, a symbol of putting on or being clothed in Christ. Just as dressing up for a wedding shows respect for the host, “putting on” compassion, kindness, and mercy shows our commitment to Christ and his authority over our hearts and lives.

Watch- July 2, 2020

Scripture: Matthew 22:11 Watch "Uncomfortable Conversations with Black Man" (with Chip and Joanna Gaines and their children). The people in this conversation have all committed to addressing tough conversations so that we can celebrate eac...

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Read- July 2, 2020

Scripture: Matthew 22:11 Read A Bad Case of Stripes by David Shannon. (Or, follow along with the read-aloud video below.) After reading the book, discuss these questions: How is Camilla controlled by her fears of what peop...

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Listen- July 2, 2020

Scripture: Matthew 22:11 Listen to "Bound Together Clothed in Christ" written by Seth Hendricks. Enjoy the soothing tone as we are called together as a church body to be clothed in Christ. After listening to the song, discuss: ...

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Do- July 2, 2020

Scripture: Matthew 22:11 Let’s dress up! You might choose a cape and become a superhero with extraordinary powers. You might choose a princess gown and rule your domain. You might put on glasses and a sweater and teach a class of stuffe...

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Pray- July 2, 2020

Scripture: Matthew 22:11 Pray this prayer together: God, we stand before you in the bodies you created. When we look in the mirror and doubt the beauty of your creation, clothe us in acceptance as we hear your words: “You are wonderful...

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