Kick off "Radical Christmas: Love in Action" by exploring the shift from superficial "gaze" (looking) to profound seeing that sparks compassion. Personal tales—like a timely hamper amid burnout or elevator dad panic—show how small acts (texts, meals) deeply impact because they truly see needs. Critique modern "professional looking" via scrolling/judgment/bias (choir miss story), quoting Christine Caine: "You can't unsee." Seeing costs but echoes God's Christmas act: Sending Jesus to our mess (Jn 3:16). Practical: Hampers/vouchers say "I see you"; kids' market disciples generosity. Challenge: Offer what's in hand—small multiplies like boy's lunch. Not seasonal—lifestyle love defies loneliness/anxiety. Prayer invites surrender, seeing Jesus' gaze. Beyond gaze: Acts change everything, revealing hope.
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Kick off "Radical Christmas: Love in Action" by exploring the shift from superficial "gaze" (looking) to profound seeing that sparks compassion. Personal tales—like a timely hamper amid burnout or elevator dad panic—show how small acts (texts, meals) deeply impact because they truly see needs. Critique modern "professional looking" via scrolling/judgment/bias (choir miss story), quoting Christine Caine: "You can't unsee." Seeing costs but echoes God's Christmas act: Sending Jesus to our mess (Jn 3:16). Practical: Hampers/vouchers say "I see you"; kids' market disciples generosity. Challenge: Offer what's in hand—small multiplies like boy's lunch. Not seasonal—lifestyle love defies loneliness/anxiety. Prayer invites surrender, seeing Jesus' gaze. Beyond gaze: Acts change everything, revealing hope.
Episode: Finding Peace and Purpose | Unusual – A Peculiar People
Join Phil Rourke in the “Unusual” series as he unpacks how finding peace and purpose defines us as God’s “peculiar people” (1 Peter 2:9). Drawing from his days as a concreter, Phil shares how he brought peace to a chaotic crew ([00:02:48]), reflecting God’s transformative calm. Jesus’ call to shine as the light of the world (Matthew 5:13-16 [00:25:26]) inspires us to live with purpose, bringing our “little bit of lunch” to see God multiply our efforts ([00:26:24]). Like the love and character explored in this series ([00:10:17, 00:12:49, prior episodes]), peace sets us apart in a conflict-driven world. Through simple steps like prayer or obedience ([00:25:02]), we can find calm and shine God’s light in workplaces, homes, and communities ([00:27:26]). Take one step this week—pray, resolve a conflict, or serve humbly—to embrace the peace and purpose that make you unusual. Perfect for anyone seeking authentic faith and a meaningful life. Key Takeaways: God’s peace transforms chaos, making us peculiar ([00:27:26]).
Small acts, like prayer, bring calm and purpose ([00:25:02]).
Shine as Jesus’ light in a chaotic world (Matthew 5:13-16) ([00:25:26]).
Peace builds on love and character from prior episodes ([00:10:17, 00:12:49]).
Call to Action: Subscribe to the “Unusual” series, try one act of peace this week, and share your story with #PeaceOfGod and #UnusualPeople!
OurChurch Family Gathering
Kick off "Radical Christmas: Love in Action" by exploring the shift from superficial "gaze" (looking) to profound seeing that sparks compassion. Personal tales—like a timely hamper amid burnout or elevator dad panic—show how small acts (texts, meals) deeply impact because they truly see needs. Critique modern "professional looking" via scrolling/judgment/bias (choir miss story), quoting Christine Caine: "You can't unsee." Seeing costs but echoes God's Christmas act: Sending Jesus to our mess (Jn 3:16). Practical: Hampers/vouchers say "I see you"; kids' market disciples generosity. Challenge: Offer what's in hand—small multiplies like boy's lunch. Not seasonal—lifestyle love defies loneliness/anxiety. Prayer invites surrender, seeing Jesus' gaze. Beyond gaze: Acts change everything, revealing hope.
