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Irresistible Invitation


Irresistible Invitation is a 40 day series of thought provoking devotions, reflections and questions from Foothills United Methodist Church's Rev. John Farley. Begin with Rev. Farley's welcome letter and then read one of the short writings each day. They are followed by brief meditative prayers and questions for reflection and growth.

As you make your way along the invitations, share your thoughts with us in the comment section beneath each article, on how these scriptures and ideas take meaning in your own life.


Day 1: Where it All Began

Day 1: Where it All Began

"In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth." Genesis 1:1


Day 2: God's Goodness

Day 2: God's Goodness

"God saw all that he had made, and it was very good." Gen. 1:31


Day 3: Coming Home to God

Day 3: Coming Home to God

"I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full." John 10:10


Day 4: What is in the Invitation?

Day 4: What is in the Invitation?

"Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the father..." James 1:17


Day 5: God's Delight in Us

Day 5: God's Delight in Us

"Do not be afraid little flock, for your Father has been pleased to give you the kingdom." Luke 12:32


Day 6: A Roadmap for the Journey

Day 6: A Roadmap for the Journey

"Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light for my path." Psalm 119:105


Day 7: Taking it All In

Day 7: Taking it All In

"Shout for joy to the Lord, all the earth... For the Lord is good and his love endures forever; his faithfulness continues through all generations." Psalm 100:1, 5


Day 8: The Hint Half Guessed

Day 8: The Hint Half Guessed

"No one has ever seen God, but God the One and Only, who is at the Father's side, has made him known." John 1:18


Day 9: Why We Still Preach the Cross

Day 9: Why We Still Preach the Cross

"Jesus said, "Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing." Luke 23:34


Day 10: He Comes as He Came

Day 10: He Comes as He Came

"Blessed is the king who comes in the name of the Lord." Luke 19:38