Faithful Ones,
When you were a kid, you may have questioned your parent’s’ direction to something. You: “Why?” Parent: “Because I said so.” You might have been in the parental role for this encounter. Some believe it to be the same with God. No questions; just do God’s will.
In many a faith formation, the sincere — free of arrogance and filled with humility — questioning of God is considered healthy. It can be a growth and deepening your relationship with God. It is also taking responsibility for your relationship and accountability with God and God’s creation.
This Sunday we will be reflecting upon Genesis 32:22-31 — the moment where Jacob wrestles with God and receives God’s blessing. Have there been times that you’ve wrestled with God and then received God’s blessing? Bring the story with you.
I look forward to seeing you at 10 am on Balclutha, Zoom, or Livestream. Bring a friend.
Love,
Rev. Michael
P.S. Please consider registering for the Golden Gate Association NCNC gathering at Congregational Church of the Peninsula. It’s an opportunity to meet members from sibling congregations and make the IUC presence be known!