God creates order from chaos. How can we participate with God in doing the same? (Gen 1:1-5)
Psalm 29 isn’t a weather report, but a statement of the power of God. What are today’s competing powers?
Baptismal candidates declare “I renounce them!” to the powers of evil. What evil(s) do you renounce? (Mark 1:9-11)
Jesus’ baptism was the beginning of his ministry; how was your baptism the beginning of yours? (Mark 1:10-11)
This week’s Reflect & Connect questions written by Julie Sevig.
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