Tag: God

The blessings of life

Benton Heisler tells the story of a Saturday, with grandson Weston, filled with many blessings. “The beauty of our day centered on enjoying the relationship we have with each other.”

Loving the one that’s missing

A memory of beloved grandparents and the story about a shepherd and one lost sheep offer clues about who God is, how God loves, and what God expects of us.

Make some good, old lemonade

Somedays life can seem like one huge grove of sour lemons. Then a friend provides a hug, and God bestows a blessing. That’s a recipe for the most delicious lemonade of life.

Urgency needed around creation care

Everything from green-friendly investing to connecting with government officials was discussed at the recent 2019 United Methodist Creation Care Summit.

Further from home and closer to God

Rev. Benton Heisler explains that no matter how many miles we travel from home, in joy and in discouragement, God is there to take us in and show us love.

‘Making God famous’ in Dexter

Celebrating 25 years on their campus, Dexter United Methodist Church is on the grow for God and Christ. Says Pastor Matt Hook, “to be a disciple means you make disciples.”

Live tomorrow’s life today

The Rev. Chris Momany, Chaplain of Adrian College since 1996, shared this inspiring message with the Class of 2019 at the Baccalaureate Service.

Turtle miracle for Easter and Earth Day

Two -newly-hatched turtles, Dot and Dash, set marine biologist pastor, Dottie Yunger, pondering the theological values behind Earth Day.

Bishop Bard blesses Michigan campers

Four sites will not open in 2019. Bishop David Bard pens a letter of encouragement and hope to those considering a summer-time experience at a United Methodist Campground in Michigan. 

God is in the room

The Rev. Benton Heisler looks back on his childhood relationship with Aunt Peggy. She nurtured in him a love of scripture and a desire to share God’s grace with others.