Words That Carry Us Closer

Every breath we take, every move we make—everything we do is done in the presence of God.

Over the past three weeks, we’ve explored how words matter—how communication is not just between us and others, but between us and God. We talked about the way we speak to each other, the way we speak to ourselves, and the way we speak to God.

And what we’ve discovered is this: it’s all conversation with God.

We are commanded to love our neighbor—that’s how we speak to each other.

We are created in God’s image and pursued by grace—that’s how we speak to ourselves.

And when we pray, worship, sing, study, and serve—that’s how we speak to God.

I hope you’ve found something meaningful in this sermon series. I know I have.

Please lift up our dear friend and church member Linda Pruett in prayer. She experienced a stroke last week and is now recovering at home. Her daughter is with her, and she’s doing well—but prayers are deeply appreciated. If you’re one of our Methodist chefs, a few small meals would be helpful in this season of healing.

And now… Max is back!

This Sunday, I encourage you—if you’re able—to be present in the pews. If not, send him a note or a message to let him know you’re glad he’s back. I’ll be sitting in the pew myself, feet up, simply ready to be fed by whatever word God has placed on Max’s heart.

I love you all,

Mary