Pulpit To Pew

It’s not news that we live a world of uncertainty, fear, and anxiety, but how can we improve our spiritual and mental lives in such uncertain and dangerous times and confidently carry ourselves forward? What guidance and wisdom can scripture and the teaching of Jesus provide us to prepare, handle and process the seemingly endless stream of bad news from media, culture and social media? In this episode, Rev. Beverly Gibson discusses the parable the lamp oil and the ten bridesmaids and how this lesson is directly related to dealing with impatience, fear, anxiety, and dealing with the unknown in today’s world. God wants us to be joyful, at peace and yes, resilient. Not just the ability to bounce back from hardship or a temporary set-back resilient but a courage filled and bold confidence to overcome fears and trauma. Many of us are seeking an on-going way of approaching life that we know will be filled with a seemingly endless series of challenges and problems. Maybe by wisely opening up to living a life of fa