May 27, 2018

Born Anew

Arianne Braithwaite Lehn | Read John 3:16-17

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Lectionary Week

May 21–27, 2018

Scripture Overview

This Sunday we will celebrate the Trinity, the Christian belief that God is one being and exists in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Christian theologians point out that there are many references to this doctrine throughout the Bible. In Isaiah, the voice of the Lord asks, “Who will go for us?” not, “Who will go for me?” In the passage in Romans, Paul speaks of all three persons of the Trinity: We pray to the Father through the Spirit because of the work of the Son. Jesus also speaks to Nicodemus about the role of all three persons of the Trinity. This may not be the simplest of Christian doctrines, but it is foundational because it explains the nature of God and God’s work throughout human history.

Questions and Suggestions for Reflection

• Read Isaiah 6:1-8. When have you experienced a cleansing by God, resulting in a greater willingness to serve?
• Read Psalm 29. As you read about the power of the Lord’s voice, do you find yourself frightened or drawn in? How approachable is God to you?
• Read Romans 8:12-17. What have you released to God? What bitterness has taken its toll on your soul? Are you ready to let it go?
• Read John 3:1-17. How has your life been reshaped by the Spirit? How did sins and failings manifest in the new creation?

Respond by posting a prayer.

Jesus came not so God would see or love us differently but so we could see and love God in a fresh way. Jesus offers Nicodemus and us the renewal of our eyes and hearts, our mouths and minds, where we experience wholeness simply because God holds all the pieces...

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Loving God, I know the power a broken heart can generate. The world changed because of your broken heart, and we discover beauty in the pieces. I embrace all I’ve been and all I am in you. Make me whole today. Amen.

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