Do we get so wrapped up in religion that we miss out on what's important to God?
Next week our focus will be on the fourth film in Rob Bell's Nooma series - "Sunday." Tabitha will lead us in this casual discussion.
Why do we go to church or give money away? Because we're supposed to or because we think that God needs it? Do we honestly put on our best clothes for an hour once a week, stand and sit at all the right times, and sing all the appropriate songs for God's sake, or because it'll make us look better to the world around us. We're tired of all the empty rituals and routines. And so is God. God hates it when we call ourselves Christians but ignore all the things he really cares about. He hates it when we go through hollow religious routines out of some feelings of duty or obligation. God doesn't want the meaningless rituals. God wants our hearts.
Watch the trailer for the film we'll watch on August 19th:
Remember, we meet in the Fellowship Hall during Sunday School (9:45-10:45). Everyone is welcome!!
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ReplyDeleteOkay -- comments work for me! YAY! This group has been great and I thank Tabitha for starting it. Rob Bell presents things in a very thought provoking manner that drives me to God's word to get answers. Love discussing it with the folks at Bermuda Hundred.
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