St. Luke's Edmond, 900 N. Sooner Road, Edmond, OK (2026)

05/30/2026

May 30, 2026 - Daily Devotional

“See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are! The reason the world does not know us is that it did not know him. Dear friends, now we are children of God, and what we will be has not yet been made known. But we know that when Christ appears, we shall be like him, for we shall see him as he is. All who have this hope in him purify themselves, just as he is pure.”

-1 John 3:1-3

05/29/2026

May 29, 2026 - Daily Devotional

“Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.” – Colossians 3: 12-14

I live in an active household. I have three daughters who participate in many extracurricular activities. On any given night, we might have games, practice, work, or church. Our schedule stays busy. One of the challenges to all these events and hobbies is keeping all the uniforms, shoes, helmets, costumes, and bags together. We spend a significant amount of time keeping everyone dressed in the proper attire. It takes a lot of time and effort to keep all the clothing clean, organized, and ready when needed.

It takes intentional effort to have everyone dressed and ready for their events. In much the same way, our faith requires great intentionality. In writing the letter to the Colossians, the Apostle Paul draws on the image of getting dressed to explain our faith. Paul wanted the faithful to understand that we “put on” the things of Christ.

When we study the life of Jesus, we understand the important attributes of his actions. We see the importance of compassion, forgiveness, and kindness. We also understand that these characteristics become part of our lives when we choose to act in the same way. We become kind when we treat others kindly. It is much like putting on the right uniform for the day.

As God’s people, we are reminded that each day, each hour, each minute, we must put on the right clothing. We are asked to clothe ourselves with “compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.” Once we have dressed ourselves, we then put “love” over each of these. This is our daily task. Wearing the proper clothing allows us to bless others. It allows us to share God with the world.

-Rev. Keith King, Pastor of Worship

05/28/2026

May 28, 2026 - Daily Devotional

“So, in everything, do to others what you would have them do to you, for this sums up the Law and the Prophets.” -Matthew 7:12

Did you know that the United States Postal Service produces over 13 billion stamps each year? Although the Postal Service produces a significant number of stamps each year, it releases only about 100 different stamp designs. The most sold design is the U.S. Flag. The U.S. Flag stamp has been redesigned almost 100 times since its first release in 1957.

Many popular stamps have been released over the years. Recently, the United States Postal Service held an “encore” stamp competition. They allowed the public to vote on the re-release of a stamp from the past. The U.S. Flag stamp was not included in this competition as it is continually released. Voters could choose their favorite stamp from a list of 25. That list contained stamps such as the Art of Disney: Magic, Batman, Peanuts, and Star Trek.

The winner of the 2026 stamp Encore contest was Mister Rogers from 2018. More than 500,000 votes were cast. Mister Rogers finished with over 40,000 more votes than any other stamp.

Fred Rogers’ show, Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood, ran for over 33 years. It was an iconic children’s show that spoke to the heart and soul of children across the world. This show was a cultural touchstone that taught kindness, peace, and compassion in various ways. Mister Rogers modeled the life of faith to several generations. He saw his T.V. show as an opportunity to share grace with his audience. This show won multiple awards, including the 1997 Lifetime Achievement Award at The Emmys.

When Mister Rogers was presented his award at the 1997 Emmys, actor Tim Robbins introduced him as “the best neighbor any of us has had.” There are many reasons Fred Rogers had such an impact on the world, but the top of the list for me is his unwavering kindness. Regardless of where he was, who he was with, or the circumstances he found himself in, Mister Rogers treated everyone with kindness. He accepted everyone for who they were. Mister Rogers made sure that everyone knew they had a place in his neighborhood.

The life and legacy of Fred Rogers remind us of the importance and power of kindness. He was not the best actor. His show did not use over-the-top production. Mister Rogers simply invited everyone into a space where each person was treated with kindness. All were offered the dignity they deserved as a child of God. Fred Rogers’ kindness was evident both on camera and off. His kindness was inspirational.

Kindness truly makes a positive difference in this world. We long to experience kindness from others, and we are designed to express kindness to all. This is how we are treated by God and how God would have us care for each other. Why did Mister Rogers’ stamp win the Encore competition? Deep down inside of each of us, we know that kindness is what really matters.

“Deep down, we know that what matters in this life is more than winning for ourselves. What really matters is helping others win, too.” – Fred Rogers, 2002 Dartmouth College Commencement Address

-Rev. Keith King, Pastor of Worship

05/27/2026

May 27, 2026 - Daily Devotional

“Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.” -Colossians 3:12

For over fourteen years, Krista Richard has spent her free time collecting bicycles and giving them away. Krista believes that every kid should have the opportunity to play outside, explore their neighborhood, and enjoy the freedom that comes with riding their own bike. Because she is so passionate about helping kids enjoy being kids, she started collecting a few bikes, repairing them, and giving them away.

Since that first time giving away bikes, Krista Richard has collected and given away thousands of bikes. Her kindness has helped to launch Bikes and Trikes for Everyone. Krista has created a volunteer group that helps collect and repair the bikes and trikes. They put in countless hours of work, restoring the bikes for new children to enjoy. Krista says, “With all these video games, there’s no social contact, and people don’t know who their neighbors are anymore.” She has seen that when a group of kids has bikes, they socialize.

Krista and the Bike and Trikes for Everyone group recently held a large giveaway. In just one day, they helped 88 kids choose a new bike. The day was filled with smiles, laughter, and lots of fun. The joy on each child’s face was worth the work and time invested in each bike.

Helping kids succeed and enjoy life is Krista’s passion. She wants them to enjoy the blessings of sports and being connected to one another. Krista has dedicated much of her life to helping children. Her kindness and passion have come together to help thousands.

Bikes and Trikes for Everyone is a reminder to us that kindness makes a difference. When we are passionate about something and use our gifts to help others, we, too, will make a difference. Krista started this exciting ministry from her own driveway. Her expression of kindness has put smiles on faces and wheels in motion throughout her community. Krista’s kindness has, and our kindness will make a difference.

-Rev. Keith King, Pastor of Worship

05/26/2026

May 26, 2026 - Daily Devotional

“And so, we know and rely on the love God has for us. God is love. Whoever lives in love lives in God, and God in them.” -1 John 4:16

Methodism has had a great impact on the world. Through this expression of the faith, started by John Wesley, Methodism has taught the world the importance of both passionate love for God and love for our neighbors. John Wesley wrote that it was necessary to strive for both holiness in heart and action. Wesley would teach, "Love is the fulfilling of the law, the end of the commandment.' It is not only `the first and great' command, but all the commandments in one. `Whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, if there be any virtue, if there be any praise,' they are all comprised in this one word, love.” To love God and love our neighbor is the truest expression of our faith.

John Wesley’s teachings inspired many great leaders in history. One of those people, who would eventually become a Methodist preacher, was William Booth. Booth was born in England in 1829. His father was obsessed with accumulating wealth, with little regard for how he would earn or grow his profits. William Booth struggled with some of these practices. William’s heart broke for those in need. In 1844, William would have an experience at a Methodist Chapel that would change his work for the rest of his life. William would join the Methodist Preachers in the streets of England, sharing the good news of Christ.

Soon, William Booth’s passion for the poor would lead him to begin a ministry that would become a global mission to help the poor while offering Christ. Booth would start the Salvation Army. The mission would rapidly grow across the country and the world.

As the mission grew, William Booth wanted to send a message to his Salvation Army Posts worldwide. He wanted to use the new technology of the telegram or cablegram. It was expensive. The charge was by the word. William Booth decided to send a one-word message to his fellow missionaries. He sent the word “Others.” When they received the message, they understood. It was a reminder that their love of God would lead them to live and work for their neighbors.

This telegram inspired Charles D. Meigs to write the lyrics that would become the famous hymn “Others”. Meigs was a leader in the Sunday School movement of the early 1900s. This hymn captures the foundational understanding of our faith. We are to love God and love our neighbors.

Lord, help me live from day to day
In such a self-forgetful way
That even when I kneel to pray
My prayer shall be for—Others.

Others, Lord, yes others,
Let this my motto be,
Help me to live for others,
That I may live like Thee.

We are called to love God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength. This is the personal work of the faith. We are also called to love our neighbors, just as God has loved us. These two commandments make up the work of our faith. History is filled with stories of great men and women who were intentional about living out this great commandment. They have inspired us to continue the work of loving God and loving others.

-Rev. Keith King, Pastor of Worship

05/25/2026

May 25, 2026 - Daily Devotional

“Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.” -John 15:13

The American Civil War ended in 1865. The United States was finally at peace after four brutal years of conflict. The end of the war brought peace on the battlefield, but the terrible losses suffered during the war were felt in every community in the United States. By the war’s end, over 600,000 men had lost their lives in the line of duty.

Not long after the end of the war, Henry Welles, a druggist in Waterloo, New York, approached several members of the community, including General John B. Murray, with the hope of finding a way to not only praise the living who had fought in the war but to honor those who had given their lives in service to the cause. It was in May of 1866 that the first Memorial Day, known then as Decoration Day, was celebrated. Veterans and community members gathered at the local cemetery to decorate the graves of fallen soldiers. Almost a century later, in 1971, Memorial Day was declared a national holiday by an act of Congress.

Henry Welles helped to start a national movement of gratitude. While our nation was just beginning to recover from the terrible effects of the war, he helped to promote a day of gratitude for those who had given their lives. Henry Welles’ work to show gratitude continues today as we take time to express our national gratitude.

Memorial Day is a time set aside to remember our brave men and women in the military who have given their lives in service to our country. It is a day to give thanks for their service and be grateful that there are those who have sacrificed so much so that we may enjoy such great freedom.

On this Memorial Day, I hope you will take time to remember and be grateful for those who fought bravely so that peace and freedom may be possible. Remember also their families, who sacrificed much in the absence of their loved ones. Today, I also encourage you to give thanks for those who are actively serving in our military and, on their behalf, pray for peace.

–Rev. Keith King, Pastor of Worship

05/24/2026

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05/24/2026

May 24, 2026 - Daily Devotional

“Let not your hearts be troubled; believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father’s house are many rooms; if it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? And when I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you to myself, that where I am you may be also. And you know the way where I am going.”

(John 14:1 – 4)

05/23/2026

May 23, 2026 - Daily Devotional

Yet the Lord longs to be gracious to you;
therefore he will rise up to show you compassion.
For the Lord is a God of justice.
Blessed are all who wait for him!

-Isaiah 30:18

05/22/2026

May 22, 2026 - Daily Devotional

“Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.” Romans 12:10

The end of high school is a wonderful time for any senior. It marks the end of a 12-year educational journey. The arrival of graduation is often marked by celebration. Often, seniors will throw a big party with friends and family to celebrate the successful end of this long journey.

Leanne Carrasco was just as excited as any other senior to graduate and start a new chapter of life. However, she did not want to mark the end of high school with the usual party. Instead, Leanne decided to throw a big pizza party at a shelter for children and women in Houston, Texas.

With just a month to go before graduation, Leanne Carrasco began organizing her friends to help her host the party. They began to collect money for pizza. They also collected hygiene products such as toothbrushes, toothpaste, and deodorant to package and distribute. When the day for the party arrived, Leanne and her friends arrived at the shelter with 95 pizzas, the hygiene packages, and a lot of love to share with the residents and staff.

That day, Leanne and her friends served just over 200 people. They gave them food and the much-needed personal items. They offered so much more. Leanne saw these residents as people to honor and care for. She gave her time and energy to make sure that they, too, had reason to celebrate; after all, these residents had obviously been on a long and difficult journey, as well. Leanne’s efforts helped to make it a special day for so many.

We all have the ability to bless the lives of others. When we choose actions that lift people around us, we provide hope. For most people, pizza and deodorant do not make for an exciting party, but when shared with love and hope to those in need, it becomes a picture of God’s kingdom on earth, a kingdom where love is for all, and our neighbors are honored above ourselves.

Rev. Keith King, Pastor of Worship

05/21/2026

May 21, 2026 - Daily Devotional

“But the Lord said to Ananias, “Go! This man is my chosen instrument to proclaim my name to the Gentiles and their kings and to the people of Israel.” -Acts 9:15

The story of our faith is filled with moments where God guides His people. There are moments where the faithful are lost and wandering, and God leads them. There are stories where people are sent to strange and unusual places. Other times, God offers guidance in times of worry and despair. The stories of God's guiding presence are found throughout the Scriptures; Moses is called out of the wilderness and sent to free the Hebrew slaves. David is led from the fields to the throne of Israel, and Peter is called out of the boat to follow Jesus into a brand-new life.

When we first encounter the apostle Paul in the book of Acts, he is a zealous Pharisee. Paul, also known as Saul of Tarsus, was willing to lead the persecution of the early church. Under the authority of the Jewish leadership, Paul leaves Jerusalem with the intention of capturing Christians living in Damascus.

It is on the road to Damascus that the Apostle Paul encounters God's guidance. Thrown to the ground, Paul is engulfed in a bright heavenly light. While lying on the ground, he hears God's voice. At this moment, the very direction of his life changes. After encountering the Lord on that road, Paul is transformed. His encounter with the grace of God leads him down a very different path. Paul will be lifted from the dirt of the Damascus road to traveling the world teaching people as the “chosen instrument” who proclaims the name of Jesus. (Acts 9:15)

I am so thankful for God’s gracious leading in our lives. The people who receive God‘s guidance in the stories of our faith are as different as you and I. Kings and queens, prophets and priests, fishermen and tax collectors, Pharisees and shepherds. God‘s grace is for all, and God offers guidance and purpose to all. When we need Grace to start over, God is there. When we need strength to take a step in a new direction, God is there. When we lack wisdom and understanding, God gives in abundance.

We often wonder what God's purpose is for us. We know where we have come from, but the future is challenging to understand. When we look to God and ask for His gracious guidance, God will give it. God will use us to bless others. God will guide us down a path that allows us to encounter His hope and love. God will empower us to share His blessings with the world.

-Rev. Keith King, Pastor of Worship

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