2 July • Growth Requires Turmoil, and is Worth It
In today's Gospel from Matthew 8:28-34, Jesus heals two demoniacs by sending their demons into swine who then hurled themselves into the sea and died. Confronting our own demons often looks this tumultuous, yet if we will allow, God is there to help us through it. What demons do you need to cast out? Can you suffer the tumult and allow God to help?
00:00 - Introduction and greeting
00:03 - Gospel story overview: Jesus crossing into foreign territory and casting out demons
00:36 - Reflection on how we accept negative habits or fears in our lives
00:50 - Comparing the story to personal struggles, such as addiction
01:16 - Fear of change and the difficulty of rooting out problems
01:38 - God's desire to heal and help us confront these issues
02:23 - Encouragement to have courage and trust in God's goodness
02:44 - Reflection on the process of spiritual growth and healing
02:50 - Questions for self-reflection: what needs exposure to God's light
03:02 - Invitation to let Jesus heal and comfort us
03:19 - Closing blessings and encouragement
