There is something wonderfully odd about Christians. We gather around an ancient collection of stories, poems, letters, and prophecies, believing that through these old words the living God still speaks.

 

That is not how most of the world imagines wisdom works. We are told that truth comes from looking within ourselves, following our instincts, or keeping up with the latest trend. Yet the church stubbornly insists that before we speak, we must listen—and before we decide what kind of people we will become, we open the Bible.

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This is why Bible study matters so deeply for the church. As Lutherans, we confess that we are sustained by the Word of God. As we wrestle with Scripture together, we learn to recognize God’s voice amid the many competing voices that clamor for our attention. We discover that our lives make the most sense when they are interpreted through the gospel rather than through the headlines.

 

CELC is blessed to have several quality adult Bible studies. In addition to a women’s Bible study (Wednesdays at 11:30) and a men’s Bible study (Thursdays at 8:00 am) our church offers a monthly study meeting on the 2nd Saturday of every month at 9:00 am. Believing that you can’t have too much of a good thing, I will be offering a pastor’s Bible study beginning Sunday, August 2 following the worship service. So, grab a cup of coffee and come with your questions. Come with your doubts. Come after a difficult week or a joyful one. You do not have to know all the answers before you arrive. The invitation is simply to come, to listen, and to let God do what God has always done—speak life through the Scriptures.

 

Peace,

Pastor Jeff