Fork United Methodist Church

06/18/2026

"So there was great joy in that city.” Acts 8:8

Philip brought the Good News of Jesus to the people of Samaria, and the people rejoiced! Hope was returning, the whole city began to feel the difference God can make. Have we opened ourselves to receiving that kind of joy recently? Not quick happiness, but the deeper joy that come from knowing that God is here, working and bringing hope to our lives. It's easy in the crowded areas of our lives for joy to get swept aside, but God is inviting us right now to make room for His presence and let that Good News reach us again. Pause today and experience it!

Pastor Danny

06/16/2026

"Those who had been scattered preached the word wherever they went.” Acts 8:4

Following Jesus had become dangerous in Jerusalem the further in Acts we go. Driven out, these disciples still lived into this disruption to share and spread the Word of God, reaching people they never would have been able to if they just stayed put. Just another reminder that God can make amazing things happen even in the most disrupting of circumstances. Where will you share a word of hope or encouragement today?

Pastor Danny

06/16/2026

“God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.” Psalm 46:1

Anybody else have a nice moment of panic as the ground began to shake this morning, or maybe you missed it completely! Here at the church we were searching around to make sure the stove hadn't exploded or something like that, but all the comments of people feeling the same on social media put our minds at ease, at least a bit. An earthquake can really put into perspective how little control we really have, even on an ordinary Monday. But still, we hold on to the promise that our God is our strength when life might suddenly feel a little shaky!

Pastor Danny

06/15/2026

06/12/2026

He stilled the storm to a whisper; the waves of the sea were hushed.” – Psalm 107:29

Did anyone get stuck without an umbrella or raincoat this week so far? The sudden storms may catch us by surprise! The Psalmist knows the power of God through nature and God’s power to calm the fiercest storms. As suddenly they start, they end just as quickly. When we face stormy times in our lives, we can rely on God to bring peace and stillness to the storms. He is our strength, our Helper in the midst of trying times. Never are we alone in the midst of the power of those storms.

Pastor Karin

06/11/2026

Please let a little water be brought and wash your feet, and rest yourselves under the tree. Genesis 18:4

What a tree house! I wonder what was there first—house or tree? Perhaps you have a favorite tree in your memory, at your home, or one you have seen somewhere in the world. Maybe one you remember climbing as a child or one that simply was beautiful. On these summer days, spend some time with God under a shade tree and be blessed. Rest yourself there a bit and be comforted in the presence of God.

Pastor Karin

06/10/2026

He has sent Him to bless you by turning each of you from your wicked ways. Acts 3:26

Paul is speaking to the crowd after the healing of the lame man and reminds them that the healing is intended to be the back story. The front story is the power of the Holy Spirit at work in them so that they might believe and repent. Paul reminds us that the greatest miracle is not the physical healing—it is the transformation of the human heart. That is the Spirit’s deepest work. Keep working on transformation in your life and be renewed by the Spirit. Remember the fruits and ask the Spirit for help every morning!

Pastor Karin

06/09/2026

They had Peter and John brought before them and began to question them: “By what power or what name did you heal this man?” Acts 4: 7

Peter and John were under pressure from the authorities because they had healed the lame man. Peter proclaimed that they did it in the name of Jesus, whom they had crucified. Less than politely, they were asked to leave the city. But Peter and John continued to stand up with courage and proclaim the truth. As a result, many came to know Jesus through their example.

There are times when we as individuals and we as the church must stand up for Jesus and what He teaches and preaches. The challenge often is figuring out how and what to stand for without turning others away. Beginning with conversation and building rapport with each other, we can make great progress in understanding how we can best be a witness to His love. Yes—there are many ways to do it, but choosing the way that promotes love and peace takes more thought and intentionality. Choose Christ!

Pastor Karin

06/08/2026

“But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.” Matthew 6:33

In Matthew 6:33, Jesus calls us to “seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness,” and it’s a lot like learning the game of golf. No one becomes skilled by accident, but through steady focus, practice, and putting first things first. Just as a golfer dedicates time to the fundamentals like grip and the swing, we grow spiritually by consistently choosing God as our priority. But when we keep Him first, everything else will fall into place, just like it does with practice and more practice. The more we seek Him, the more our lives can reflect His purpose and direction. Wish our golfers good luck today at the tournament.

Pastor Karin