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Read Genesis 1:26-31 again. What sticks out to you about this passage? Genesis 1 is dotted with God’s positive evaluation of creation: “it was good” - summed up in verse 31: “God saw all he had made, and it was very good.” How does this evaluation shape the way we look at our world? What do we learn about humanity from verses 26-30? About our responsibility? About our value to God?
Read Isaiah 9:6-7. What stands out to you? What does it mean “authority rests upon his shoulders” and does the translation “for the government will rest on His shoulders” shift the meaning for you? Reflect on the phrases of the Messiah’s name. What comes to mind with each one? How does the last phrase, “The zeal of the LORD of hosts will do this” make a difference?
What connections do you see between the Genesis and Isaiah readings? What insight do you most remember from the Sunday sermon?
WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY will be observed next Sunday, October 1st. The Rev. Joe Hendrixon, Director of Disciples Development for the WEEK OF COMPASSION will be in Casper Sept. 30th & Oct. 1st. He will preach during both worship services on Sunday morning, speak with our Homebuilders' Class, and be with us for the Week of Compassion fundraising luncheon after second service. TODAY is the last day to purchase your tickets. Tickets are $15 each. There are also two photographs of stunning Wyoming scenery that are being raffled off – one from Al Singleton and one from Lani McBee. Photo raffle tickets are $5 a piece of 5 for $20. All proceeds will benefit Week of Compassion and help with the Disciples response to natural disasters, including Hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria.
WEEK OF COMPASSION DINNER will be Sunday, October 1st. Rev. Joe Hendrixson, Director for Disciples Development for the Week of Compassion, will be in Casper Sept. 30th & Oct. 1st. He will preach during both worship services on Sunday morning, speak with our Homebuilders' Class, and be with us for the Week of Compassion fundraising dinner after second service. Tickets go on sale today for $15.
The Week of Compassion is the Disciples relief, refugee and development mission fund. Through Week of Compassion, Disciples responded immediately in local communities across Texas and Louisiana when Hurricane Harvey struck – and we will be there for long-term recovery.