Last week I posted part 1 of the Bible study discussion of the Beatitudes, from Jesus' Sermon on the Mount. This week, as promised, is part 2, which covers the next six verses, with emphasis on what it means to "hunger and thirst for righteousness." What fruit will our lives bear if we live this … Continue reading Bible study activity video: The Beatitudes, part 2 (Matt. 5:4-9)
This week I filmed a new version of my nondenominational worship service on work and rest. It's timed for U.S. Labor Day (first Monday in September) but also suitable for International Workers Day (often May 1). I hope it gives you and elders a chance to think about the value of work, as well as … Continue reading Dementia-friendly church service: Work and Rest
Jesus' famous Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5-7) starts with several verses that are often called the Beatitudes. This new Bible study activity video looks at the first of these "blessed are's": "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven" (Matthew 5:3). Watch the 15-minute Bible study activity on "Blessed … Continue reading Bible study activity video: Blessed are the poor in spirit (Matt. 5:1-3)
This week's updated (and now slightly shorter) worship service honors Mother Teresa, whose birthday was August 26, and her example of compassion. As ever, it's suitable for older adults with Alzheimer's and other dementias. Watch the 44-minute church service on compassion here. A question about video volume Thanks to my YouTube subscribers who've messaged me … Continue reading Dementia-friendly church service: compassion (and a volume question)
I finally had a chance to edit another Bible study activity video! This one discusses Psalm 1:1-3, a description of what happens when we delight ourselves (or not) in the Lord's instruction. Watch the 15-minute Bible study activity video on Psalm 1 here. Once again, here’s the announcement of this video activity series, plus suggestions for how … Continue reading Bible study activity video: Like a Tree Planted (Psalm 1)
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