Otterbein
United Methodist Church

February 8th 2026

"Let Them Taste and See" 

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Reading:​

Matthew 5:13-20

In this passage from the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus calls his followers to be salt and light- people whose lives preserve goodness and reveal God's truth to the world. He affirms the enduring purpose of the law and teaches that true righteousness goes beyond outward rule-keeping to faithful, obedient living. Those who follow Him are to live visibly and faithfully so that God is honored through their actions.

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February 1st 2026

"When Trust and Trembling Share the Same Prayer"

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Reading:​

1 Corinthians 1:18-31

God’s way of valuing people and power is completely different from the world’s. God’s kingdom turns worldly values upside down. True blessing, wisdom, and strength are found not in power or prestige, but in humility, faith, and trusting God. The message of the cross, though considered foolish by worldly standards, is the power and wisdom of God. Paul emphasizes that God deliberately chooses what appears weak, lowly, and insignificant to reveal divine strength and grace. Salvation comes not through human wisdom or status, but through God's action in Christ, so that all boasting belongs to the Lord alone.

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January 17th 2026

"Can You Really Kill A Dream?"

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Reading:​

Genesis 37:5, 17-20

This passage introduces Joseph as a dreamer whose God-given visions set him apart from his brothers. When Joseph shares his dreams, his brothers respond with jealousy and hostility. Their resentment grows into action when they conspire to kill him, viewing his dreams as a threat rather than a gift. The text reveals how human fear and jealousy can lead to destructive intentions, even as God's larger purpose remains unseen. ​

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