Jonathan Moore
1 Corinthians 2:1-5
When I first came to you, dear brothers and sisters, I didn’t use lofty words and impressive wisdom to tell you God’s secret plan. For I decided that while I was with you I would forget everything except Jesus Christ, the one who was crucified. I came to you in weakness—timid and trembling. And my message and my preaching were very plain. Rather than using clever and persuasive speeches, I relied only on the power of the Holy Spirit. I did this so you would trust not in human wisdom but in the power of God.
A simple message can have profound effect. Also a deep concept explained simply can penetrate and resonate in the mind. Apt communication is the key. "Reading the room " is important. Paul understands this fundemental concept and as was once wonderfully communicated by my college professor, "If there's been no learning, there's been no teaching!" The fundamentals Paul taught plainly. The mysteries are for many of us still mysteries! Milk first - then meat. That's how we grow.
Prayer from First Presbyterian Church Grenada Heavenly Father, we know that wind, water, rain , sleet and snow àre yours. This Sabbath we come before You with humble hearts, seeking Your protection and grace.
We pray you will place Your mighty hand over this storm and calm its force. Shield us from the fury of the wind, rain, snow and ice. Care for those in the grip of the storm and keep them from harm. We pray for the safety of every person, home, and community at risk. We lift up all rescue workers, police, firefighters, and utility crews, asking for clear minds, steady hands, and safe passage as they heroically assist others in dangerous situations. Calm the anxious thoughts and steady the restless hearts of those filled with fear. Remind them of Your constant presence, that even when life seems dark and stormy, You are with us, guiding us to safety. In the wake of the storm, we pray for swift recovery and restoration. Provide essentials like water, food, and adequate shelter, and inspire communities to come together in support and care for one another.
We trust in Your unfailing love and mercy, knowing You are our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. We pray in Jesus Name. Amen
Modern Parable – The Porch Light
There was a small house on the edge of town with an old porch light that never went out. Neighbors noticed it — no matter how dark the night was, that light stayed on. One evening, a young woman walking home stopped and asked the homeowner, “Why do you leave that light burning all night?”
The older man smiled and said, “Because someone might be looking for a way home. And I want them to know they’re not walking in the dark alone.”
The woman nodded, realizing something deeper: Life gives us nights that feel long, uncertain, or heavy. But God is like that porch light — steady, welcoming, and never turned off. Even when we feel lost or unsure, His light guides us back to peace, back to hope, back to Him.
The night may be dark, but God’s light never goes out.