08/31/2026
That’s how we began our time together this past Sunday. Instead of a traditional sermon, we did something a little different. We stepped into a practice of slow, intentional reading of Scripture, specifically, Romans 12:9-21. Romans 12 is often cited as one of the best passages in the New Testament, a synthesis of Paul’s main messages and the core of Jesus’ teachings. It serves as an encapsulation of the Christian life. But, as we all know, simply reading it isn’t the same as living it. As Fr. Noah pointed out, it asks the hard questions that stop us in our tracks: 🌿 “Let love be genuine.” — Where am I pretending? Where do my lips say one thing, but my life says another? 🌿 “Bless those who persecute you.” — Is that really the only way? How do I find the strength to do that when I’m hurt?
🌿 “Overcome evil with good.” — How do we break the cycle of anger and vengeance? Fr. Noah’s reflection was an invitation to take these holy words and let them sit with us, to let them provoke a conversation between our hearts and God. We asked the questions that aren’t always comfortable to ask: Am I too consumed with what others think? Can I actually trust God to be the one who settles the scales of justice? How do I remain patient in suffering? If you are looking for a space to slow down, reflect, and wrestle with scripture in a way that feels honest, raw, and personal, this reflection is for you. We invite you to listen, to bring your own questions to the text, and to let the Word of God work a little more deeply into us all. You can listen to the full reflection at the link in our bio. 🎧
