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Cultivating Communities of Healing, Hope, and Belonging We are a Digital Church with Physical Expressions. TheVineUMC.church
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Staying in love in 2025 means embracing forgiveness, kindness, and generosity. Let's love one another and show compassion, reflecting God's boundless love. #LoveOneAnother #GodsLove
Proof of God is not in an institution's success or flawless doctrine. It's in love. If love is present, God is present. #GodIsLove #SpreadLove
Every act of genuine love is an experience of God. Let's choose kindness over indifference and show mercy to others. #SpreadLove #ChooseKindnes
Serving meals with joy and kindness, inspired by a simple invitation. Compassion rooted in love, a reminder that God is love. #Kindness #GodisLove
Encountering Jesus means seeking a deep relationship, not just rituals. Let's worship to truly encounter Him, not just our favorite song. #Transformation #EncounterJesus
Many feel disconnected from traditional faith communities due to outdated views. 55% left due to traumatic experiences. Some stay for love and support.
Are more people changing religions or leaving Christianity? Doctrinal doubts and discrepancies in teachings might be driving them away. #FaithStruggles #ReligiousJourney
What is amazing is the life that Jesus still offers us, in spite of the Church and its history and the pain we have felt inside it.
Reflecting on the history of Christian institutional failings throughout centuries. Let's turn to the Book of Acts to uncover the true essence of the church's mission. #Christianity #History
Have you experienced generational church trauma? Many can relate to feeling let down by the church. The disillusionment is not just a small scene. #ChurchTrauma #ReligiousInstitutions
Following in His footsteps! Just like Jesus, we are called to bring hope and freedom to those in need. Let's be the light in the world! #SpreadLove #FaithJourney
Let's embrace change and truth in our community. The spirit of transformation is within us. #EmbraceChange #CommunityTransformation
Let's take an honest look at our wounds to be transformed by the Spirit and live out the Gospel as good news for all. #Healing #Transformation
Are we willing to answer the call with courage? The struggle some have with Christianity begins with hypocrisy. When preaching doesn't match actions, trust is broken. #Christianity #Courage #Hypocrisy
Let's rediscover the beauty of following Jesus together. Embrace love, justice, mercy, and healing. Christianity is more than a label; it's a transformative way of life. #FollowJesus #LoveAndJustice
In the midst of many different voices trying to claim the name "Christian", what lies at the core of who we are called to be as followers of Jesus? #FollowJesus #Identity #LoveandJustice
Exploring faith and doubt with honesty and courage. Let's face the tough questions together and seek hope. #FaithAndDoubt #Christianity #Honesty
Feeling weak or lost? Remember, in our weakness, Christ meets us with compassion. Let's approach the throne of grace boldly. #Mercy #Grace #Faith
Experiencing a 'thin place' moment in the elevator where heaven felt so close. God's presence was undeniable. #faith #heavenonearth
Feeling lost and shaken like a sailboat without a rudder. Remembering the importance of having the right parts to move forward. #LifeLessons #SailingCommunity
From laughter to calling - how I unexpectedly found my calling to ministry at 40 while raising 4 kids. #unexpectedjourney #ministry #40andfabulous
Asked to do the whole sermon at church one Sunday! Terrified but said yes like always. Stepping out of my comfort zone! #FacingFears #PublicSpeaking
From teaching with grace to seeking the least of these, let's spread love and help those in need. #SpreadLove #HelpOthers #MakeADifference
Responding to God's call is about love, not our own ambitions. Like Peter, we may feel unworthy, but God calls those with love and a willing heart. Will you leave your nets behind too? #Faith #LoveGod #Purpose
Embrace the in-between moments, let go of fears and comfort zones. God's call may come unexpectedly, leading you to something greater! #FaithJourney #GodsCall