Discipling Life

Psalm 8 is a hymn of praise that celebrates the majesty of God revealed in creation and the surprising dignity given to humanity. As the psalmist looks at the heavens, “the work of your fingers, the moon and the stars that you have established,” he marvels that God is still mindful of human beings (vv. 3-4). Though humans seem small in the vast universe, God has crowned them “with glory and honor” and entrusted them with care over creation (v. 5). The psalm holds together awe and calling, reminding us that while God’s greatness is beyond measure, God’s grace draws near, inviting us to live responsibly and faithfully within the world God has made. The psalmist holds together two truths that seem almost impossible to reconcile. God is vast beyond comprehension, and yet God is attentive, mindful, and caring toward us. Psalm 8 reminds us that God’s love surrounds us. The beauty of creation, the pull toward goodness, the longing for meaning, and the quiet stirring of worship are all si...

  Treasure in Heaven: Living with Eternal Perspective Scripture Texts:  Ecclesiastes 1:2, 12-14; 2:18-23, Colossians 3:1-11, and Luke 12:13-21 August 3, 2025 – Ebenezer UMC & Black Creek UMC Introduction Grace and peace to you this morning. Today, the Word of God confronts us with important questions: What is our life for? What gives it meaning? Where do we find purpose in a world driven by work, wealth, and worry? Through our scripture texts today, the Spirit is inviting us to examine our priorities—and to reorder them under Christ. We live in a world obsessed with accumulation. From the moment we wake up, we’re bombarded with messages telling us that happiness is just one purchase away, that security comes from our bank account, and that success is measured by what we own rather than by who we are. But today, through the wisdom of Scripture, God calls us to examine our hearts and ask a fundamental question: Where is our treasure? The Teacher in Ecclesiast...