Dear God, are you there? Its Me...

Published: Jan. 7, 2024, 10:30 a.m.

Speaker: Jeff Jarvis
\n\u201cSir/Maam, there\u2019s been an accident\u2026\u201d.\xa0It\u2019s a phone call no one wants to get. In moments like this panic can set in.\xa0A desperation that can have us crying out for help, especially in the form of prayer. Asking/pleading for God, the universe, whatever may be out there – to intervene somehow on behalf of a loved one.
\nHave you ever prayed a prayer like this? Even if you weren\u2019t sure what you believed or what difference you thought it would make?
\nThough prayers like these often come out of desperation – they can offer hope that something out there might be able to intervene. Sadly, they can also confuse, disappoint, and even hurt when they go unanswered.
\nThis week we begin a 3 part series to talk about our human understandings and beliefs about God, where they came from, and how they can influence our reactions to life as it unfolds around us. Whether you\u2019re a theist, an atheist, or an agnostic, we assure you there will be lots of food for thought that could be helpful for the journey ahead.\xa0Invite a friend and join us this Sunday.
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