Southeast Colorado Reflections of Faith

This devotional series centers on the struggles we can encounter and where our faith plays a part. This week we center on Genesis 1:26a and Matthew 5:14-15 and the struggle in the image of ourselves.

This video devotional series centers on the struggles we can encounter and where our faith plays a part. This week we center on Matthew 11:28-30 and the struggle in finding balance.

This video devotional series centers on the struggles we can encounter and where our faith plays a part. This week we center on Ephesians 4:31-32 as we reflect on compassion and empathy

This devotional series centers on the struggles we can encounter and where our faith plays a part. This week we center on 2 Corinthians 12:9-10 where we are reminded that God's grace is present in our weaknesses.

This week's devotional and the conclusion of our devotional series on the "I Am" statements from Jesus in John's Gospel is centered on John 15:1-11. Jesus states that "I am the vine" which highlights our connection with Christ. Come join us for worship at McClave United Methodist Church in McClave at 9:30am and Wiley United Methodist Church in Wiley at 11:00am.

Today we continue our devotional series, "I Am." Using John 14:1-7, we reflect on Jesus's words of "I am the way, the truth, and the life." Come join us for Sunday worship at Wiley and McClave UMCs, with worship at McClave at 9:30am and Wiley at 11:00am.

Part 5 of the "I Am" devotional series is centered on John 11, where Jesus states that "I am the resurrection and I am life." This week's recording was made at McClave UMC. Come join us for Sunday worship at McClave UMC in McClave at 9:30am and at Wiley UMC in Wiley at 11:00am.

Today we continue our series on the "I Am" statements that Jesus shares in the Gospel of John. The scripture in focus this week is John 10:11-18 with "I am the good shepherd" as the scripture in focus. Come join us for Sunday worship at McClave UMC in McClave at 9:30am and Wiley UMC in Wiley at 11:00am.

This week we continue our series on the "I Am" statements of Jesus from the Gospel of John. We focus on John 10:1-10 with the statement of "I am the gate." Come join us for worship at McClave UMC, 9:30am, and Wiley UMC, 11:00am, every Sunday.

We continue our series on the "I Am" statements of Jesus from John's Gospel. This week, we reflect on Christ its the light of the world. Come join us for Sunday worship at McClave UMC, 9:30am, and Wiley UMC, 11:00am.

This week we begin a new devotional series where we'll take a look at the "I Am" statements from the Gospel of John. These statements are words that Jesus spoke about himself and invite us to reflect on what Christ means for us. Come join us for Sunday worship at McClave UMC, 9:30am, and Wiley UMC, 11:00am. 

This week's Wednesday Devotional is centered on Colossians 3:12-17 as we reflect on being faithful in our vocation. Come join us for Sunday worship at McClave UMC at 9:30am and Wiley UMC at 11:00am.

This week's Wednesday devotional is centered on Romans 5:1-5 as we reflect on the hope we experience in God. Come join us for worship at McClave UMC, 9:30am, and Wiley UMC, 11:00am.

This week's devotional is centered on Luke 18:18-30 as we reflect on how we use the resources that God has entrusted to us. Come join us for worship on Sunday mornings at McClave UMC, 9:30am, and Wiley UMC, 11:00am.

This is week we reflect on John 12:24-26 and how individualism can impact our relationships with each other.

For today's Wednesday Devotional we reflect on the travel that we are undertaking in this season. The scripture in focus is Psalm 121.

This week we conclude the series on the baggage that we carry that can interfere with our relationship with God and each other. Our scripture in focus is Geneses 37:2-11.

This week's Wednesday Devotional builds on our June sermon series at McClave and Wiley United Methodist Churches. We consider our past and are reminded how our past does not define us going forward in life. The scripture in focus is Isaiah 43:14-21. Come join us for worship on Sunday at McClave United Methodist Church in McClave at 9:30am and Wiley United Methodist Church in Wiley at 11:00am.

This week's Wednesday Devotional builds on our June sermon series at McClave and Wiley United Methodist Churches. We take a look at the guilt we are carrying and how we are called not to let that define us as followers of Christ. The scripture in focus is Micah 7:18-20. Come join us for worship on Sunday at McClave United Methodist Church in McClave at 9:30am and Wiley United Methodist Church in Wiley at 11:00am.

The podcast is back! After a creative break, sermons will be posted for a while. Be sure to catch worship live-streamed on Facebook, at the McClave United Methodist Church Page or on the Wiley United Methodist Church Facebook Group. This summer, we'll take a look at the baggage we carry in our lives and how it impacts our relationship with God and each other. This week, we consider our need for forgiveness and to forgive. Our scripture in focus is Matthew 18:23-35.

This week using Psalm 51:1-12, we consider how it is prudent to consider where we fall short and sin, but are reminded how much greater the grace of God through Christ is for all of us.

Using Numbers 21:4-9, we consider how healing is an important part of our faith. Have a blessed day today!

Today we reflect on Genesis 17:1-7, 15-16 and how we are all included in the Kingdom and Family of God. Video version of this devotion can also be found on Youtube using the following link:https://youtu.be/CEQZg7ixYQs

As we take a look at Exodus 20:1-17, "The Ten Commandments," we consider how we are called to nurture our relationship with God and with each other.

Today's sermon was recorded live today during worship. Our scripture in focus was Mark 1:9-15 and Genesis 9:8-17. We begin the season of Lent and reflect on embracing the hope and joy of Christ.

Today is Ash Wednesday, the beginning of the season of Lent. It's a time for us to examine our hearts and lives, and reflect on our need for God's grace. Our scripture in focus in Joel 2:1-2, 12-17.

Today we reflect on how we are called to be grounded in the hope and light of God, even though we might be distracted by the challenges of life. God's grace is with us when we struggle and we are always invited to be a part of the light of God. Our scripture in focus today is 2 Corinthians 4:1-6.

This week we reflect on how God's care and presence is with us continually. Our scripture in focus is Isaiah 40:21-31. Have a blessed day today!

This week for our Wednesday devotional, we reflect on how it is Christ that renews us and refines our rough edges. Our scripture in focus is Malachi 3:1-4. Have a blessed day today!

This week we reflect on how our study, work, and lives can connect us with our God and our faith. The scripture in focus is Psalm 111.

This week we reflect on how the challenges to our calling may not be what we think they are. The scripture in focus for this week is Jonah 3:1-5, 10.

This week's Wednesday Devotional takes a look at Mark 1:14-20 as we reflect on the invitation to follow Christ. 

Using 1 Samuel 3:1-20, we take a look at calling and the importance of community as we discern God's calling in our lives. Have a blessed day today!

Today we are reminded from John 1:43-51 of how Christ is our Messiah. Also, we reflect on the how we are valued and loved by God, even if we feel that we may not have much worth. God loves us more than we can imagine!

Today is the Sunday where we celebrate the Baptism of Christ. But why would Christ be baptized? We reflect on that question and continue to consider how Christ is with us. Our scripture in focus is Mark 1:4-11.

This week's Wednesday devotional is centered on Matthew 2:1-12. It is Epiphany today, so we reflect on the journey of the Magi on this special day.

This week as we reflect on John 1:1-18, we consider how God coming to us in human form is an act of compassion and care.

Today we take a look at Luke 2:22-40 and recall God's faithfulness in the coming of the Messiah.

Merry Christmas! For Christmas Eve, we recall the story of Jesus's birth from Luke 2:1-20. Have a blessed evening and Christmas Day celebrating the birth of Christ!

For the fourth Sunday of Advent, we take a look at Paul's letter to the Philippians. Using 1:1-11 as our starting point, we reflect on how waiting can encourage our spiritual maturity.

Today's Wednesday devotional reflects on how we are called to building up our faith and lives in God. Our scripture in focus is 2 Samuel 7:1-11, 16.

For the the third Sunday of Advent we hear from Matthew 1:18-25 and consider God is with us in the unplanned moments of life.Our pianist, Becky Roesch, has compiled a list of songs for you to enjoy while we worship at home. Here is the link: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxdBH84-cL35OtcuvVLPI9xJ6iU8WuMFp

This week for our Wednesday Devotional, we take a look at Luke 1:46-55 and how Mary lifted up a song of praise, even though she was in a difficult situation. 

We continue our Advent series by learning from Romans 12:9-18, reflecting on how waiting can be helpful as we grow in faith.

In this week's Wednesday devotional we reflect on Isaiah 40:1-11 and consider the renewal and bold hope we are called to embrace in Advent.

Today we begin the season of Advent with a look at Isaiah 9:2-7. Throughout this season we'll reflect on the idea of waiting and what it means for our faith.

Today's Wednesday Devotion is centered on Deuteronomy 8:7-18 as we reflect on Thanksgiving.

This Christ the King Sunday we conclude our series on thanksgiving and gratitude, with a special focus on Christ. The scripture in focus is Ephesians 1:15-23

For this week's Wednesday devotional, we reflect on Psalm 125 and how our hope and trust is placed in our everlasting God.

We continue our series on gratitude and thankfulness by taking a look at Psalm 105:1-6. We recall how God has been present and a part of our lives, and how that recollection can build our faith especially in difficult times.

This week's Wednesday devotional is centered on Psalm 78:1-7 as we reflect on why we teach the next generation and others about God.