This week, we take a look back at God's people as they are led to the edge of the Promised Land by Moses but hesitate for fear of the hard work ahead (Numbers 13:25-28a, 30-32; 14:1-4). They are rewarded with years spent wandering in the desert. In her message, Pastor Cara Scriven asks us to consider how this message is reflected in our lives as we too can turn away from obstacles in front of us. For our two churches committed to moving forward together as one starting July 1, will we embrace the challenges ahead to love, learn, and serve to our fullest?
In today's reading from Mark's Gospel (4:35-41), we encounter the story of Jesus sleeping in a boat with his panicking disciples as a storm begins to wage around them.