Rev. Lisa reminds us that, “Isaiah and Mary speak and sing of God doing amazingly new things, changing the world order as we know it. They do so out of hope, not optimism, for life around them is far from optimistic.”
Watch Rev. Lisa’s sermon, God of Surprises, or download the audio version below.
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“The book of Isaiah was written for people living in the worst of times. Life around them didn’t give a lot of reason to hope,” Rev. Lisa shared. “Yet, God speaks words of assurance that the future is in God’s hands. Through that, we do have reason to hope!”
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Life is challenging and can be discouraging at times. Jesus told his disciples, and us, a parable for encouragement — One about a woman needing justice persistently demanding it from the local, unscrupulous judge.
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