Facing Disappointment With God’s Work

Matthew 11:2-11   “Are you the one who is to come, or should we look for another?” I wonder what John the Baptist and his disciples were hearing and seeing that led to this question in the first place. Just last Sunday, in our scripture lesson in Matthew 3, John proclaimed that one is coming … Continue reading Facing Disappointment With God’s Work

Matthew 11:2-11 “Hope over Disappointment”

As Christmas draws near, hope abounds.  Stores offer discounts raising hopes of giving and getting what we want.  Family makes plans to get together, plane tickets are purchased, menus are planned, trees are raised, lights ablaze and our hearts are warmed at the thoughts of a joyful Christmas.  Working in a homeless shelter gives me … Continue reading Matthew 11:2-11 “Hope over Disappointment”