What a contrast from last week to this one. Last week, storms wreaked havoc across the area. All of us escaped serious storm damage, though Linda and I were without power for almost 3 days. We are so thankful that a generous neighbor lent us a generator. This weekend, the sun is shining and summer has made its presence felt. I don’t think anyone minds too much a little drying out. That’s why we have air conditioners. 🙂

Two metaphors come to mind. I think about the change that Jesus brings into a life as the light downs on a clear new day. But I am also reminded that the storms still come. But like our friendly neighbor, God provides us with the power we need to get through them. We know that the storms pass, and the light brings new life.

My topic for this week is on a completely different subject. We’ve been here before, but it is one of those things god’s people need to keep in mind in order to build a healthy church, so I think we should cover it again. How do we address problems and conflicts in a way that brings healing and redemption? Jesus give us the answer in Matthew, Chapter 18. Let us prayerfully consider His words.