J.Hill

  • “A Peaceful Advent: Finding Harmony in God’s Promises”

    As we embark on the sacred journey of Advent, our hearts are drawn to the resonant theme of peace woven throughout the Scriptures. Today, our reflections will be guided by the words of Isaiah 40:1-11, Psalm 85:1-2, 8-13, 2 Peter… Continue reading

    “A Peaceful Advent: Finding Harmony in God’s Promises”
  • “The Light, the Song, the Grace, and the Gift: Celebrating Christmas Day”

    A Christmas Message: Christmas Day Isaiah 9:2-7       Psalm 96           Titus 2:11-14     Luke 2:1-14, (15-20) On this joyous Christmas Day, our hearts are drawn to the sacred passages of Isaiah 9:2-7, Psalm 96, Titus 2:11-14, and Luke 2:1-14, (15-20). Together, these… Continue reading

    “The Light, the Song, the Grace, and the Gift: Celebrating Christmas Day”
  • The Gift of Grace

    Advent Reflection: Advent 1 (Year B) 1 Corinthians 1:3-9 As we approach the season of Advent/Christmas, it is important to reflect on the true meaning of this joyful time. It is a season of waiting, hope, and anticipation for the… Continue reading

    The Gift of Grace
  • The Power of Crying Out to God

    : An Advent Reflection on Isaiah 64:1-9 (Year B- Advent 1) In our fast-paced society today, it can be easy to forget the power of crying out to God in prayer. Isaiah 64:1-9 is a beautiful passage that highlights the… Continue reading

    The Power of Crying Out to God
  • Keeping Watch

    Advent Reflection: Year B- Advent 1 Mark 13:24-37 Mark 13:24-37 is a passage commonly known as “The Little Apocalypse,” as it depicts the end times and the second coming of Jesus. In this passage, Jesus exhorts his disciples to keep… Continue reading

    Keeping Watch
  • Gratitude and Prosperity (Thanksgiving Reflection)

    Lectionary Suggested Texts: Deuteronomy 8:7-18 & Luke 17:11-19 The Link Between Gratitude and Prosperity In life, we all face different challenges and circumstances that can make us feel overwhelmed, hopeless, or even ungrateful. But what if I told you that… Continue reading

    Gratitude and Prosperity (Thanksgiving Reflection)
  • A Call to Love and Serve Others

    Lectionary Reflection: Matthew 25:31-46 (Christ The King Sunday) (Year A) In Matthew 25:31-46, Jesus teaches us about the importance of serving and loving others. This passage tells us that in order to enter God’s kingdom, we must serve and love… Continue reading

    A Call to Love and Serve Others
  • The Riches of His Glorious Inheritance

    Lectionary Reading: Ephesians 1:15-23 (Year A) “Christ The King” Sunday Have you ever wondered what it means to have a rich and glorious inheritance? For us as believers, this is something that we have access to through Christ, yet often… Continue reading

    The Riches of His Glorious Inheritance
  • Finding Comfort

    Lectionary Reading (Year A) Ezekiel 34:11-16,20-24 The book of Ezekiel is one that elicits a myriad of emotions. From the imagery of Ezekiel’s visions to his messages of judgement and hope, it’s easy to become overwhelmed. However, tucked in the… Continue reading

    Finding Comfort
  • Risk, Responsibility, and Reward

    Lectionary: Matthew 25:14-30 (Year A) The Parable of the Talents, narrated in Matthew 25:14-30, is a story about three servants who were entrusted with their master’s possessions while he went on a journey. The story describes how the master entrusted… Continue reading

    Risk, Responsibility, and Reward