Look Again: Peter

Look Again: Peter
August 18, 2020
Encouragement

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Unraveled by Uncertainty

Take another look at the artwork for this week’s scripture story created by Lisle Gwynn Garrity of A Sanctified Art.

Look

Take a few moments to gaze upon the artwork. Breathe deeply in quiet meditation as you observe the visual qualities of what you see: color, line, texture, movement, shape, form.

Now take a deeper look. What parts of the image are your eyes most drawn to? What parts of the image did you overlook?

Now engage your imagination. If you were to place yourself in this scene, where would you be and how would you interact with what surrounds you?

Reflect

What has unraveled and/or is unraveling in this story?

Why do you think Peter asks Jesus to order him to
walk on water in Matt. 14:28? What is he hoping to
accomplish? Do you find yourself acting similarly
when you are filled with doubt?

During seasons of uncertainty, how do you release
anxiety and practice trust?

Write

Imagine you are Peter. What are the stormy waters that threaten and overcome you? What events and forces unravel your trust? In the space below, name these threats as a way of releasing their power over you.

Pray

Unravel my uncertainties, my fears, and my doubts into courage to step forward. Amen.

This week at Hood

  • Wednesday, August 19, 12 noon – Prayer & Bible Study in the Fellowship Hall or on Free Conference Call 563-999-1222 or join.freeconferencecall.com/hoodchurch
  • Thursday, August 20, 10:00 am – Ladles of Love Meal Delivery
  • Friday, August 21, 12 noon – Prayer Call, Free Conference Call 563-999-1222 or join.freeconferencecall.com/hoodchurch
  • Friday, August 21 – MOVIE NIGHT POSTPONED TO SEPTEMBER due to ongoing COVID-19 restrictions
  • Saturday, August 22nd, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm – Drive-thru Job Fair, in the parking lot of Hood Memorial, sponsored by AtWork Personnel
  • Sunday, August 23rd, 9:30 am – Worship: Continuing our Unraveled Series

Upcoming Events

  • Monday, August 24th, 7:00 pm – Disciples Women on Mission (DWM) Meeting – Join in person in the Fellowship Hall or on Free Conference Call 563-999-1222 or join.freeconferencecall.com/hoodchurch
  • Tuesday, August 25th – Hood Memorial volunteers at DUMA Food Pantry 9:00 am – 2:00 pm – Mark your calendar: we need lots of volunteers.