Sheridan Lutheran Church devotion Archives

Devotion: Potential

Sep 28 2023

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Please take the time to read Philippians 3:1-11 Sometimes Pastor Greg starts his sermons by commenting on how God has put an issue in the headlines that speaks to his sermon for that weekend. This week that is me and that is this scripture. It speaks directly to...

Devotion: Humility

Sep 21 2023

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Please take the time to read Philippians 2:1-2 Imagine Paul, a jailbird, rejoicing in his cell over his life of joy in Jesus Christ. He writes a letter to the church in Philippi encouraging them to find that same joy by humbling themselves and renouncing personal recognition...

Devotion: Reach

Sep 14 2023

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Reach “I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ.” Philippians 1:6 Is there something you just have to do? Can you reflect on a time when you, despite all reasonable logic, participated in that which seemingly...

Devotion: Love Deeply

Aug 24 2023

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Love Deeply Please review the scripture from the weekend: Isaiah 43:1-4 A core tenet of Christianity is that our God loves us and is always with us no matter how far we fall or what we’ve done. The entire faith is built on Jesus’s sacrifice which demonstrated that idea. Yet often...

Devotion: Ruth & Ruth

Jul 27 2023

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Ruth & Ruth Please take a moment to read Ruth 1:1-5,11-18 Sometimes, I believe, God just loves to mess with me. You see, these scriptures are assigned months in advance. When I received my assignment, I just smiled. What are the chances that this particular woman’s name is...

Devotion: Phoebe & Harriet

Jul 20 2023

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Phoebe & Harriet Take a moment to read Romans 16:1-2, 17-19, 25-27 In this week’s passage, the apostle Paul encourages the believers to extend a warm welcome and generous hospitality to their friend Phoebe, a key representative of the church at Cenchreae. Phoebe’s...

Devotion: Martha & Katie Luther

Jul 13 2023

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Martha & Katie Luther Please read the scripture from the weekend: Luke 10:38-42 I have a lot of sympathy for Martha. When I entertain, it’s hard for me to relax and enjoy my guests until the meal is over and I have few remaining responsibilities. While I can plan ahead, Jesus...

Devotion: Esther & Corrie ten Boom

Jul 06 2023

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Esther & Corrie ten Boom Please take the time to read Esther 4:13-17 “…for just such a time as this.” These words are known by many. They are written on cute wall hangings and embroidered on pillows, decorating our homes and businesses. They are the words of Mordecai as he...

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Devotion: Sheroes

Jun 29 2023

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Sheroes Please take a moment to read John 2:3-5 Last Sunday we began a new worship series at Sheridan, “Sheroes.” I’m very excited about it. We will be exploring female heroes, both in the Bible and history. I hope you will also reflect on the sheroes in faith from your own life....

Devotion: Bless the Lord

Jun 22 2023

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Bless the Lord, O my soul Please take the time to read Psalm 103:1-2 Those who know me know that I am deeply passionate about youth mission trips. These faith milestones are unlike anything else we do and to be sure, they belong on everyone’s faith journey timeline. Youth...

Devotion: War & Peace

Jun 01 2023

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War & Peace Please take the time to read 1 Kings 5:1-12 Sometimes a conversation or a book or a news story or a sermon or just letting my mind wander down rabbit holes will lead me to try on various viewpoints and walk around with them for a while. Does it fit? How does it...

Devotion: Seeking Peace

Apr 13 2023

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Seeking Peace Please take a moment to read John 20:8-9 Scrolling through social media this week was nice. I saw so many family photos; everyone in their Easter best, and enjoying time together. One of the true joys of Easter is focusing on all that spring promises and brings us –...

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Donation Bins
We are gearing up for our annual Lutheran World Relief ministries! In September and October we will be collecting items for Personal Care and Baby Care Kits in our donation bins near doors 1, 2 and 4. These kits will be used throughout the world as needed:
- Personal Care Kits: One dark-colored, adult-size bath towel; 2 full-sized bars of soap; 1 adult toothbrush; 1 sturdy comb; 1 metal nail clipper.
- Baby Care Kits: 2 t-shirts (no onesies); 2 long/short-sleeve gowns or sleepers (without feet); 2 swaddling blankets; 4 cloth diapers; 1 jacket, sweater or sweatshirt (no hoods); 2 pairs of socks; 1 dark colored hand towel; 2 bars of gentle soap; 2 diaper pins. Gently used, clean items can be used, sizes 6-24 months.

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