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A Message from Pastor Beth

Dear St. Lukers:

Wonderwoman was one of my favorite superheroes when I was little. I remember being completely mesmerized watching the T.V. series as Lynda Carter did her famous spin move and miraculously changed from her dowdy business suit into cool superhero clothes. She could fight the bad guys and win by a long shot without getting a hair out of place or smudging her lipstick. Okay, I admit it. I had a pink Wonderwoman cape with the gold eagle logo on the back. I used to put it on and run around outside the house while singing the theme song. I know my parents were so proud! :-)

One of the neat superhero tools that Wonderwoman used to foil evil plots was her lasso of truth. Any criminal that found themselves within its grasp was trapped and forced to be honest. Over the past two weeks we have focused on courage and conviction as two characteristics of heroic living and this Sunday we’ll be thinking about truth. In Biblical times it was most often the job of the prophets to be truth-tellers to powerful people and anyone else who would listen. This was usually a difficult and dangerous task since the truth God asked them to deliver was not very “warm and fuzzy.” As a matter of fact, it was without fail challenging and required a change of direction for those involved.

Change and challenge: two things that can be tough especially when we’re benefiting from the status quo. Where are we being challenged to be truthful and bring change into our own lives? Who’s doing the challenging? How can we speak the truth to others even when we know it won’t be popular? Jesus said in John 8:32, “Then you will know the truth and the truth will set you free.” This quote doesn’t really work with Wonderwoman’s lasso imagery but even though I think she was really awesome, I’ll take Jesus everytime!

Blessings,
Beth

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Opportunities this Week

Listed below you’ll find opportunities available for the rest of this week in the following categories:
Upcoming Worship
Did You Know?
Spiritual Growth Groups
Service Opportunities
Small Groups
Support Groups
We Can Help
NexGen
Lenten Devotions

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Upcoming Worship

Sunday, March 11
Sermon Series: "Unlikely Heroes "
Sermon: "Nosy Nathan " – 2 Samuel 12:1-10
Traditional: 8:00, 9:30 & 11:00 a.m. The Rev. Beth Farabee-Puckett preaching in the Sanctuary
Contemporary: 9:30 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. The Rev. Jennifer Stiles Williams preaching in the Coleman Memorial Gymnasium

Monday, March 12 Relevant - A Young Adult Service
Young adults are invited to meet Mondays at 7:45 p.m. for the Relevant worship service, in The Attic in Building C. Visit the Relevant Life website at www.therelevantlife.org.

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Did You Know

Anyone may join St. Luke’s groups and church activities. Membership is not required. Please invite people to come and get in touch with the contact person for more information.

Pick Up a Printed Lenten Devotional!
Pick up a free weekly Lenten Devotional, with reflections and prayers to enrich your experience of Lent, in the information racks after worship.

Time Capsule Contents on Display
Please visit the library in Building A to see the contents of the time capsule which was opened in December. These items were placed in the capsule by the members of the congregation 25 years ago. See an exciting piece of St. Luke’s history, read Pastor Jim Harnish’s sermon for the day and letters from congregation members.

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Spiritual Growth Groups

Seeker Groups Get Your Feet Wet

Soul House Study 11:00 AM Sundays
Calling all couples 20’s to 40’s, Soul House is looking for you! Meet at 11:00 a.m. Sundays in the Attic in Building C. Coffee, snacks & social time at 10:30 a.m. Everyone is invited to join Soul House for an open house and pot luck lunch Sun., March 11! Call Amanda Knight, 407-748-7993 or Frank Lavra, 407-580-6863 for details.

Brown Bag Bible Bunch 11:30 AM, Mon.
Brown Bag Bible Bunch meets Mondays at 11:30 a.m. in Room C-204, Bldg. C to study For Such a Time as This. Deborah Collins, 407-493-2757.

Young Moms Bible Study Thursday
Join the Young Moms Bible Study for Max Lucado’s In the Grip of Grace, going on Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. in Room B-205, Bldg. B. Call Amanda Knight (407-748-7993) for details.

Explorer Groups Wade in Deeper

Three Connections Studies Sundays
Join the Connections class at 9:30, 11:00 a.m., or 6:45 p.m., Sundays in the Special Events Dining Room in Building C. A new Lenten study On the Road Again – A Faith Journey by James W. Moore begins today and ends on Easter (books $7 each). Contact Scott & Joan Ziegler at 407-876-2445, sjziegler@cfl.rr.com or Bob and Leah Bergstrom at 407-654-8647, bobleahbergstrom@yahoo.com.

Tuesday 10:00 AM Really Bad Girls!
Join the study Really Bad Girls of the Bible on Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. in Room B-206, Building B. Call Carolyn Hildreth (352-242-9939).

Ambassador Women’s Bible Study
Join a new study Twelve Extraordinary Women with the Ambassadors on Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m. in Room C-200, Building C. Call Carolyn Dannen (407-876-8427) for information.

Men’s Study Group Wed., 7:00 PM
Walking with Christ, a new small group Bible study for men ages 35 to 50 meets Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. in the Special Events Dining Room off the Rotunda in Building C. Call Jeanne Gall, 407-876-4991, ext. 236 for more information.

Disciple Groups Immerse Your Spirit

9:30 AM Women’s Wednesday Study
Join the Wednesday Morning Bible Study in Room C-210, Building C from 9:30 to 10:45 a.m. for a new Lenten study On the Road Again – A Faith Journey by James W. Moore. Call Joyce Clegg (407-656-0964) for more information.

New Directions Class 9:30 Sundays
Join the New Directions class for a study Invitation to Genesis Sundays at 9:30 a.m. in Room C-205/207, Building C. Call Bobby Cox, facilitator at 407-295-0719 for more information.

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Service Opportunities

Homeless Ministry Needs Servant Ministers
Looking for a good way to get involved? IHN, our new ministry for those without permanent housing, will be here at St. Luke’s the week of March 11. We need volunteers to host four families throughout the week, set up the rooms, tear down the rooms, and cook. Come to a training session Sun., March 4 at 11:00 a.m., Room C-204, Building C. Call Melinda Lis at 407-513-4726 or email lis@uiuc.edu to learn more about this ministry or to sign up to volunteer.

Culinary Servant Ministers Needed
Help prepare lunch on Wednesdays, March 7, 14, 21, and 28 from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Be a buffet attendant Wed., March 14, 2:30-4:00 p.m. Help cook and serve lunch for the Seniors on Friday, March 16, 10:00 – 1:00 p.m. Please contact Chef Liz Kublalsingh at 407-876-4991, ext 266 or lkublalsingh@st.lukes.org.

Make Muffins for Homeless Mar. 15
Flour Power makes 10 dozen muffins for the Coalition for the Homeless at St. Luke’s kitchen in Building C, Thurs., March 15 at 1:30 p.m. To help contact Pam Thomas at ontheporch@aol.com.

Three Ways to Respond to Disasters
There are now three places that need our hands and hearts for long-term recovery—Gulf Coast (Katrina), S. Florida (Wilma), and Central Florida (tornadoes). There will be a Disaster Meeting on Mon., March 19 at 7:00 p.m. for any who are interested in going or supporting efforts in these three areas. All sorts of skills are needed. For more information call Carolyn at 407-876-4991, ext. 239.

Counseling Center Servant Minister Needed
Volunteer for the Counseling Center 2 to 3 hours a week; assist with computer forms, flyers, etc. for Dr. Joanne MacPherson. Set your own hours. For details or to volunteer call 407-876-4991, ext. 250.

Health & Safety Fair Sat., March 31
Servant Ministers are needed to act as hosts and guides and set up and clean up for this collaborative ministry event from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Sat., March 31 at Ebenezer UMC in Holden Heights. There is a special need for Spanish speaking persons to interpret. The fair will present health and safety information and services offered through Orange County and other non-profit agencies for the benefit of those in the community. For details or to sign up to help please call Carol Crowley at 407-876-4991, ext. 262.

Donate to Families in Need
If you would like to make a financial donation or donate gift cards to assist the many families in need in our community please contact Dede Duncan at 407-876-4991, ext. 296.

Holy Week Servant Ministers Are Needed!
Extra ushers and greeters are needed for worship services on Palm Sunday (April 1), Holy Thursday (April 5), Good Friday (April 6) and Easter Sunday (April 8). Coffee hospitality volunteers are also needed. Please call Karen Brown (407-876-4991, ext. 221) to volunteer.

Habitat for Humanity Servant Ministers!
Help build our sixth Habitat house! Many opportunities are available including and beyond construction on Saturday mornings and during the week. Please contact Renee Wolfe Jones at reneeh4hvols@worldnet.att.net for details.

St. Luke’s Prayer Ministry Needs YOU!!
The Prayer Ministry group meets every Monday at 9:30 a.m. in the Chapel, Building C to pray. To participate in the Prayer Ministry or for details call Carol Crowley, 407-876-491, ext. 262.

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Small Groups

Sign Up for Sports & Exercise
Free 50+ Fitness Class (age does not matter!) Mon./Wed./Fri., 10:30-11:45 a.m. in the gym, entry level cardio, strength & endurance. RSVP for lunch ($6) after the 50+ class usually on the 1st Wednesday of each month will meet this month on March 21: Chicken tortilla soup, chef‘s salad, dessert and beverage. Anyone may join the sports and exercise programs at St. Luke’s. Call Carol, 407-876-4991, ext. 262.

St. Luke’s UMW Craft Groups
Please call Pam Thomas at 321-297-7319 for information about St. Luke’s craft groups.

Frugal Flicks with the Singles Tuesdays
All are welcome to join the Singles for 75¢ Movie Night Tuesdays at the Colonial Promenade 6 Movie Theater, 4672 E. Colonial Dr. at 6:30 p.m. to buy tickets. Call Linda Miller (407-620-7038).

STEP Parenting Teens, Through Apr. 11
STEP Parenting for Teens meets Wednesdays, March 7, 21, and 28, April 4 and 11, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Rm. B-201, Bldg. B. Led by Cindy Fabico. No meeting March 14. Emphasizes principles of choice, responsibility, consistency, positive reinforcement and consequences. Systematic Training for Effective Parenting (STEP) materials are used. $40 (couples), $25 (single person) for workbook and materials. To buy books call 407-876-4991, ext 250 or stop by the Counseling Center, Bldg. A.

Singles Thurs. Night, 6 PM, March 8
All singles are invited to meet at 7:00 p.m. on March 8 in Rm. 200/202, Bldg. C. The program will be an Open Forum. How to Find a Loving Relationship continues at 7:30 p.m. in Rm. C-201, Call the Singles Office at 407-876-4991, ext. 236.

Trailblazers Luncheon Sun., March 11
Join the Trailblazers (Singles 55+) for lunch Mar. 11 at 12:30 p.m. at the Olive Garden, International Drive. Call Barbara Lucken (407-363-5635).

Sarah Circle Meeting Thurs., March 15
Please join Sarah Circle for a meeting on Thurs., March 15 at 9:30 a.m. in the Special Events Dining Room in Bldg. C. Visitors are welcome. Contact Debi Gale at 407-295-4348 for details.

Seniors’ Meeting & Lunch Fri., Mar. 16
All seniors are invited to meet at 11:30 a.m., Friday, March 16 in the Rotunda, Bldg. C for socializing, a short business meeting and lunch. Call Gail and Dave Walbridge 407-876-0865 for reservations no later than Mon., March 12.

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Support Groups

Overeaters Anon. Body Image Group
Overeaters Anonymous Body Image, a free support group focused on body image issues, meets every Tuesday, 7:30-8:30 p.m., Rm. A-102. Based on 12-Step program. Call 407-876-4991, ext. 250.

Divorce Recovery Meets Wednesdays
Divorce Recovery Workshop meets Wednesdays through Easter at 7:00 p.m., Rm. B-206, 2nd floor, Bldg. B. David Stephens, facilitator. To register or for details call 407-876-4991, ext. 236.

Suicide Bereavement Group Thurs.
Suicide Bereavement Support meets the 1st & 3rd Thursday from 6:30-8:00 p.m., Rm. C-205/207 with Anne Dumont. Learn how to cope with feelings after losing a friend or family member through suicide. Call 407-876-4991, ext. 250.

Overeaters Anonymous Group Fri.
Overeaters Anonymous, a free drop-in support group meets Fridays, 7:30-8:30 p.m., upstairs, Rm. B-201, Bldg. B. Call 407-876-4991, ext. 250.

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We Can Help

Counseling Help is Available!
The Community Counseling Center provides counseling Monday - Friday. Don’t have counseling insurance? Ask for a sliding fee scale based on your finances. Please call the Counseling Center at 407-876-4991, ext. 250 for information.

Legal Assistance Available
St. Luke’s Legal Ministry offers legal assistance to anyone with low income Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m.-
8:00 p.m., Rm. A-102, Bldg. A. You don’t need to be a St. Luke’s member to receive assistance.

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NexGen Ministries
For more NexGen information call 407-876-4991, ext. 258.

Middle School Students & Parents!
Join NexGen's a new program Sunday nights Sun., Jan. 21 at 6:30 p.m. in The Attic. Catalyst will be a great opportunity for fellowship, kingdom building, worship, teaching, small groups, and games of course.

Join the Middle School program Wednesdays, 3:00-5:30 p.m.

High School Telos
Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. Visit NexGen Ministries at www.theatticonline.org or call 407-876-4991, ext. 258 for details.

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Lenten Devotion - Nathan: A Man of Truth

Devotions

March 4, 2007 – Nathan: A Second Response 2 Samuel 7:1-17

Talk about power! A king and a prophet, David and Nathan, who were friends, met in the palace, maybe with a Latte, and were just having a conversation.

Surveying his surroundings, David remarked, “Here I am in this magnificent house, built of cedar, and the Ark of the Covenant sits in a burlap tent. I need to build a house worthy for our God.”

Nathan, friend first, prophet second, replies, “Sure, if it’s your heart’s desire, go for it.”

That night, as David may have dreamed of construction, God spoke to Nathan and said,
“Tell David not to build it. I have never lived in a house! Instead, tell him what I am about to say to you.”

The next morning, Nathan returns to David, who is now probably hunched over the drafting table working on foundation plans. Nathan, prophet first, friend second, lowers the boom of truth, “David, God said no. No house, no temple, nothing. God wants you to know that He has been with you since your shepherding days and will instead build you a house that will make your name great, the house of David!”

Humbled but grateful, David withdraws to solitary prayer.

The lesson for us lies in the responses. When David proposes the temple, Nathan offers a knee-jerk, human reaction. “Sure, go ahead. You want to; you’ve got the power, the finances, and it sounds good to me.” After he hears God’s voice, Nathan delivers the ‘whoa message’ to a visionary who has already formulated the design. David’s humbled heart leads him to obedient and God-focused prayer.

Both they and we learn a lesson. Like Nathan, when did you respond to a friend with what you thought your friend wanted to hear, a quick and easy response? Like David, when did you get an idea, well intentioned, but not appropriate or well timed? When, like Nathan, did you deliver a tough message, knowing it was in line with God’s intent? When, like David, did you humbly receive a correction and give thanks?

A man’s mind plans his way, but the Lord directs his steps. Proverbs 16:9

Lord, may your wisdom and will be in all we say and do. Help us to listen, respond, and receive your Word. Amen.

March 5, 2007 – Nathan: A Purposeful Story Teller 2 Samuel 12:1-6

David is in deep dirt! (See 2 Samuel 11 for details) Envy, lust, adultery, and murder pollute his shepherd’s heart, and he is far removed from the champion he once was. People may have suspected, but who was going to call him to account? He built and ruled over a successful and powerful kingdom. He had slain ‘tens of thousands.” Who would dare confront him?

David is now married to Bathsheba, and they have a son. What’s done is done, or is it? Enter Nathan, fully in prophet mode, sent by God to have a one-on-one with the King. Instead of a direct accusation, Nathan weaves a story of two men; one rich, one poor, who lived near one another. The rich man has many herds, but the poor man could afford only one lamb. His children treat it as a pet, and even he cuddles it in his arms. When a traveler comes to visit the rich man, he takes the poor man’s lamb, slaughters it, and serves it to his guest.

David is incensed. “This man deserves to die! He needs to repay the poor man four times the worth of the lamb. He stole, and he has no pity!”

In the Old Testament, being a prophet was a tough gig. Usually, the message to be delivered was full of calamity and warning, but God used the prophets to urge repentance and reconciliation. God’s intent was never to destroy David, but to restore him.
Try to imagine Nathan’s state of mind as he entered the palace, a familiar place where he and David had often met. He is carrying the words God instructed him to speak not just to his friend, but to the king! Nathan bubble wraps the message in a story, protecting both himself and his friend David from its harsh truth.

By using the narrative, Nathan allows David to objectively interpret the depth of wrongdoing. David, with a sense of justice, correctly identifies the guilty one and pronounces a harsh judgment, still personally protected by the prophet’s compassionate and wise delivery.

Nathan steps forward, takes a breath, and with a proverbial slingshot of truth hits David with four words.

When did you have a difficult discussion with someone? Were your words well chosen to achieve the desired effect? What was the result?

Rash words are like sword thrusts, but the tongue of the wise brings healing. Proverbs 12:18

Lord, wrap my words in compassion, and yet, help them to convey your message of truth. Amen

March 6, 2007 – Nathan: Courage to Speak Truth 2 Samuel 12:7- 15

David has pronounced the guilt of the rich man, and now silence lays heavy in the palace of the king. Nathan looks into David’s eyes and says firmly, “YOU ARE THE MAN!”

To drive home the point, Nathan spews out the words of God. “I anointed you king over Israel, delivered you from Saul, gave you your master’s house, his wives, and the house of Israel and Judah, and if that had not been enough, I would have given you so much more!”

“You murdered Uriah, and stole his wife, So now a sword shall hang over your house, rebellion will come from your own house, I will give your wives to another man, and this will all be done in plain view! You sinned in secret, but I will do this before all Israel and the sun.”

A stunned David confesses to Nathan, “I have sinned before the Lord.”

Confronted with truth, David comes to a terrifying realization. Absolute power has corrupted absolutely! He, the Lord’s anointed, the king, has dishonored his authority and grieved the heart of God.

Nathan clearly heard God’s voice and acted in obedience, even though the assignment was difficult and dangerous. David could have killed him on the spot without fear of reprisal. After all, he was the king!

How many times have we been aware that friends, family, or co-workers had done something out of line with God’s law or expectations? Did we avoid discussing it or did we, like Nathan, confront it?

What would have happened if David had been allowed to continue without being confronted with the truth? Would he suffer personally? Would the nation of Israel be forced to make amends? Would Nathan recognize that his failure to point out sin might be the cause of possible judgment for everyone? What happens when we fail to confront people?

Oh Lord, give me the wisdom and discernment to recognize your will. Help me to perform any task you give me with courage, knowing that I am moving in your will, regardless of personal safety or benefit. Amen

March 7, 2007 – Nathan: Compassion to Offer Forgiveness

The next words Nathan speaks offer David hope. “The Lord has forgiven your sin; you will not die for it.”

Because David confessed his sin against God before Nathan, God has declared him not guilty and granted him life. In response, David writes Psalm 51.

“Have mercy on me O God
According to your steadfast love
According to your abundant mercy
Blot out my transgressions
Wash me from my iniquity
And cleanse me from my sin.”

David continues in the Psalm to give the requirements to be cleansed from sin. Repentance begins with a godly sorrow for having committed the sin, continues with a confession of the sin, and ends with a determination to commit the sin no more. A casual ‘I really blew it that time’ won’t cut it.

David turns his life back to God all because Nathan had the courage to tell the truth and the compassion to comfort him, by offering God’s forgiveness.

Unfortunately, it doesn’t end there. The remainder of Nathan’s message reveals that although David will not die, the son born to David and Bathsheba will.

Because of David’s sins, a son will die. Because of our sins, a Son will die. There is a price for sin.

Still, if it were not for Nathan’s comforting proclamation of forgiveness, David could not begin the healing process.

Lord, help me to remember the healing and restorative power of forgiveness. May we who receive correction also embrace a life changing repentance in your holy name. Amen

March 8, 2007 – Nathan: Need One?

When things are going well, the slope gets slippery. David’s power did not make him invulnerable to sin. In fact, it may have blinded him to it. As a mover and a shaker, David answered to no one. Who was mightier in the land? The ability to make decisions without accountability is both life and soul threatening. The problem with temptation is that one thing leads to another and then, it is no longer an isolated incident, but a life style.

Nathan’s confrontation saved David from total corruption by offering him the lifeline of forgiveness and repentance. When faced with the reality of his sin, David acknowledged the depths of his wickedness. “I have sinned before God!”

The tragedy here is that David and God go way back. God called, anointed, protected, empowered, and loved David like no other. David had faith that allowed him to face, slay, and deliver the Philistine into the hands of Saul. David had danced with joy before his Lord. They were as tight as it gets.

Who could have foreseen the separation and the fall? Blinded by power and desire, David took Bathsheba, made her pregnant, and then plotted to cover up his sin by bringing her husband home from battle in the hopes that he would be with her and perceive the child to be his. When Uriah refused to go home, David assured his death by assigning him to the front lines of battle. With Uriah dead, he married Bathsheba and moved her into the palace. He was king. It was within his power.

And God saw it all.

David was a lost sheep, careening down a precipice of choice. Nathan was his shepherd with the rod and staff of correction, sent to return him to the fold.

Where are you? Have you had the power to make choices that have sent you on a dangerous path? How far away from God are you?

Lord, put a Nathan in my life. Give this person the courage to speak truthful words of correction and reproof. I need to get back to you. Amen

March 9, 2007 – Nathan: Seek One!

When you address a letter with ‘To whom it may concern’ the hope is that someone on the receiving end cares about your problem and has the power to solve it. At the end of every tool bar is the ‘Help’ menu. Click and drag for the answer to your dilemma. FAQ’s try to head off every possible inquiry before a situation escalates. Major appliances come with a troubleshooting sheet. If this happens, do this. We are programmed to seek help, to hope for help with the little stuff. If only we would do the same with things that matter more.

Why are we so clueless when it comes to our choices and lifestyles? Could it be power? Self gratification? Pride? Blindness? Self-esteem? Ignorance? Try all of the above.

We choose for ease, for pleasure, for profit, and for power. And we become accustomed to having it all our way. Help? We want no help. Questions? We have no questions. Troubleshoot? What for? Everything is just fine!

But God sees it all.

To restore David, God sent Nathan. Skilled and powerful men, they were comfortable with one another and probably got together frequently. They were friends, and yet, Nathan was a prophet, gifted to speak God’s words. David had no clue how much he needed correction. Nathan was David’s accountability partner, the one who held the mirror.

Who is your Nathan? Who will hold the mirror for you? Begin now to find a person of courage who will help you discover the truth about your choices. Start to develop trust and establish a relationship built on bringing both of you closer to God. It’s about restoring righteousness in God’s people.

Lord, my sin is always before me, there is no hiding from it, there is no denying it. I ask you to show me the truth about myself. Send me a Nathan! Help me to receive the words of correctional restoration and give me the determination to change. Amen

March 10, 2007 – Nathan: Be One!

Right beside you sits your best friend, your work-out buddy, your coffee partner, your pal, your back up. Or worse, your boss, your spouse, your teacher, your parent, your pastor, and you know the details. They have come for advice, or maybe not, but they are right next to you, and your heart is pounding. Now what?

Where are the courage, the skill, and the obedience of Nathan? The message is tough, and you love this person! How can you tell them what you know to be God inspired? Question is ‘How can you NOT?’

But before you jump in, here’s the beware part. Old Testament prophets didn’t play around and neither did God. If they claimed to be speaking God’s words and in fact, they weren’t, they were killed. So, basically, their lives depended on truth. Nathan knew God’s voice. “My sheep know my voice,” Jesus says.

Before you go spouting off purported truths, make sure it’s God’s voice you hear. Use the Wesley Quadrilateral. Test the message against Scripture, Reason, Experience, and Tradition. Spend enough time with God, in prayer and study so that when you hear that voice, there is no question of the source. Get grounded in the Word in order to recognize God’s words.

And then, turn to the person, and with love, confidently hold the mirror of correction. Their lives and their souls depend on it, not to mention those whom they impact, the people who look to them as examples and role models. We live in wide circles of influence.

David needed Nathan; we need Nathans, and where are they? With courage and a sense of God’s will, we are they.

Lord, help me to be your person, to sit at your feet, to know your voice, and to call your people into account. Your children need it; your church requires it; your kingdom depends on it. Grant me courage and keep me humble, in Jesus name. Amen

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