Scripture MeditationTrue spirituality that is pure in the eyes of our Father God is to make a difference in the lives of the orphans and widows in their troubles, and to refuse to be corrupted by the world’s values.James 1:27 The Passion TranslationPrayerLord,Thank you for the opportunity to do something when I see a need. Thank you that you can work through whatever I have, however small it may s...  Read More

Scripture Meditation:You have searched me, Lord, and you know me. You know when I sit and when I rise; you perceive my thoughts from afar. You discern my going out and my lying down; you are familiar with all my ways.–Psalms 139:1-3 (but read it all)Prayer:Dear Father,I praise you that I you know me fully, yet you love me deeply. Give me the courage to fine safe people in my life where I can be au...  Read More

Scripture Meditation: So do not fear, for I am with you;do not be dismayed, for I am your God.I will strengthen you and help you;I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.— Isaiah 41:10 Prayer: Dear God,Would you come with your peace? Help us to let go of fear, anxiety or worry. Let us relax and breath deep in your presence. You are with us. Immanuel.Thank you. In Jesus’ name, Amen. Reflectio...  Read More

Left to Right: Ed and Valeetah Motshiedler (Koinonia leaders), Tom Smith, Bob and Janeece Jung, Keturah Reed, Don CharboneauOne of the great things about Azure Hills is its diversity. And a significant part of that diversity is its age diversity. Azure Hills is known as a family church with a vibrant ministry to children, youth, and young adults. But the Azure Hills family is truly a family of all...  Read More

Space.What image or sense does that word conjure for you?I see a large expanse of Southwestern sky, far more spirited than the quiet tableland over which it hovers. I envision a wide meadow dotted by tiny grass flowers and flanked by woods—a clearing. A breathing, open space.Space engenders freedom, peace, and possibility.I recently stumbled upon an article in a design journal about white space. T...  Read More

1 John 1:5-7This is the message we have heard from him and declare to you: God is light; in him there is no darkness at all.If we claim to have fellowship with him and yet walk in the darkness, we lie and do not live out the truth.But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus, his Son, purifies us from all sin.Sometimes we think wha...  Read More