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Lift: Practical FaithAuthor: Rev. Kim Meyers
Introducing Lift 2.0: Where Faith and Life Collide! Welcome to the grand re-launch of Lift 2.0, your ultimate destination for practical faith discussions that will energize your spiritual journey! Are you ready to embark on a meaningful adventure that merges faith and life in a captivating way? We're thrilled to invite you to join us in this exciting new season of insightful conversations. What's in Store for You? In this revamped podcast series, we're diving headfirst into the heart of the matter: faith and life integration. Every week, your host will be your guide on a quest to uncover the secrets of practically connecting your beliefs with your day-to-day existence. Get ready to explore the intersection of spirituality and reality, as we unravel the mysteries of faith in our contemporary world. Your Invitation to Lift 2.0 So, are you prepared to take the plunge into this captivating podcast experience? Brace yourself for candid conversations, eye-opening insights, and a hearty dose of inspiration to fuel your faith journey. Together, let's uncover the essence of practical faith, like never before.Tune in to Lift 2.0 the ultimate rendezvous of faith and life, where we'll uplift your spirit, one episode at a time. It's time to enrich your life with faith-driven insights that resonate with the real world. Subscribe now and never miss an episode! Language: en Genres: Christianity, Kids & Family, Parenting, Religion & Spirituality Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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S8 E1:Advent One: Hope
Episode 1
Thursday, 5 December, 2024
Send us a textWhat if the holiday season was more than just a blur of shopping and gatherings? As a long-time member of St Andrew with deep roots in Texas, I invite you to join me on a journey through the rich narratives of nativity stories and scripture. Together, we'll explore the enchanting rhythms of Advent and Lent, periods that offer a chance to pause amid life's chaos and embrace spiritual renewal. We'll travel across cultures, examining the diverse nativity scenes that reflect a chaotic yet hopeful narrative, placing a spotlight on the biblical accounts of Jesus' birth, particularly those in Luke's gospel. With resources like The Bible Project, we aim to breathe life into these ancient stories, helping you engage with scripture in a meaningful, transformative way.Our discussion takes a deeper turn as we unravel the concept of hope and faith within scripture's historical context. Zechariah's prophetic voice in the early chapters of Luke serves as a testament to divine promises, even during the oppressive Roman rule. By connecting these biblical events to their spiritual roots, we find a timeless assurance in God's unwavering faithfulness, encouraging us to see beyond our present circumstances. This perspective not only offers hope to early believers but also to us today, reminding us that divine promises transcend time and challenge.Practicality becomes the heart of our conversation as we explore how Advent can reignite our hope in Christ, encouraging us to spread this hope in tangible ways. The Advent season is an invitation to reflect on God's enduring promises, urging us to be a beacon of light in the world, transforming spaces and lives much like turning on a light in a dark room. Our episode wraps up with a heartfelt prayer, seeking strength to recognize and carry the light of hope into our daily interactions, thereby becoming vessels of Christ's transformative power in the world.If you have any questions, give Kim a shout at kmeyers@standrewmethodist.org. Want Kim to speak at an event? Go to kimmeyers.org to see availability.
