The Call of Discipleship
As we come to chapters 5 & 6, we find Dr. Luke brings together two themes like a zipper. Jesus is beginning his ministry, and many are drawn to him and choosing to become one of his followers. Yet on the other side, many are skeptical of him, especially the Scribes and the Pharisees. … [Read More…] The Call of Discipleship
Women’s Daily Prayer Call
September 8, 2024
A lot of us are disenchanted with religion. There’s so much hypocrisy and abuse and scandal. Our front pages are full of the failings of religious leaders. No wonder so many people are checking out of organized religion even if they still find Jesus compelling. I think sometimes we forget that Jesus’ harshest words … [Read More…] September 8, 2024
September 2024 Stewardship Letter
Dear Moody Church Family, I hope you had a wonderful summer and had a chance to attend a Summer Seminar! The seminars were a great lead-in for our fall ministry launch. As followers of Jesus, we want to not only know the Gospel, but also “do” the Gospel (James 2:26). This fall we’ll … [Read More…] September 2024 Stewardship Letter
September 1, 2024
We’re jumping back into our series through the Gospel of Luke this Sunday. Ever since Luke 9:51, where Jesus set His face toward Jerusalem, we’ve been following along with Jesus as He moves inexorably toward His destiny. In this section of Luke, we see rising tensions with the religious leaders, a growing sense of urgency … [Read More…] September 1, 2024