SPIRIT Xtra – Page 4 – Good Ground Press

Music and the Gospel: “Love Song,” One Sonic Society ft. Elle Limebear

In Sunday’s gospel Jesus identifies the two greatest commandments–to love God with all our hearts and minds and our neighbor as ourselves. All of us, regardless of circumstances, can live these basic commandments rather than stereotype, judge, and disrespect others. We have the capabilities to brighten someone’s day, help people, spread joy, and learn from […]

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Music and the Gospel: “Rise Up,” Andra day

A blind beggar shouts out his faith Jesus can give him sight. This week’s SPIRIT explores a football player handles a bullet putting him in a wheelchair. Hard things at school, at work, or at home can put most of us in a funk of hopelessness but not Bobbie Brown, who finds new ways to move forward, take

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Music and the Gospel: “Once A Day,” Michael Franti, ft. Sona Rele & Supa Dups

“Whoever among you wants to be first must serve the needs of all. The Son of Man did not come to be served but to serve.” This week’s SPIRIT focuses on service and the ways we can use our gifts to serve people who need our skills to help make our communities and the world a better

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Music and the Gospel: “Heart Wide Open,” Mack Brock

A rich young man seems eager to follow Jesus until Jesus suggests that he give his money to the poor and come along with him and his other disciples. Teens are the young people Jesus asks to follow him today. These years are the time each of us starts to imagine adult life and recognize

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Music and the Gospel: “Why,” Andra

This week SPIRIT focuses on relationships, and how they affect us and change us. Growing up involves developing relationships with significant others beyond the family. Sometimes these relationships are fun and carefree, sometimes complicated and difficult. Sometimes they last; sometimes they don’t. The high school years are the ideal time not only to make relationships

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Music and the Gospel: “Meant To Be,” Bebe Rexha, ft. Florida Georgia Line

Friends, family, people we date all influence us as we grow and mature. These relationships can be both positive and negative. They can challenge who we think we are and who we want to be. They can push us into mistakes and teach us how to be better people. More importantly, relationships can teach us

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Music and the Gospel: “Who Says,” Selena Gomez & The Scene

In high school many people come together to form their own social groups. These groups, or cliques, often have expectations about how to dress and act and who to include as a friend. Sometimes we have to sort out who we really are and who we like regardless of what other people expect. The song

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Music and the Gospel: “We Got The Power,” Gorillaz – 2nd Sunday of Easter

Jesus calls forth their best selves in his disciples and sends his friends forth to spread the good news of his resurrection. Thomas touches the risen Jesus’ wounds and believes. SPIRIT extends the call that echoes down the centuries to continue Jesus’ mission, to go forth, and help our neighbors during times of need and

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Music and the Gospel: ” Your Grace Finds Me,” Matt Redman

Easter celebrates Jesus’ resurrection from the dead and new life. The word resurrection means awakening. Easter calls us to pay attention to holy moments, both in and outside church, and reflect on their meaning. The song “Your Grace Finds Me” is about a renewed sense of awakening and the realization that God’s grace is everywhere. Key lines: It’s

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Music and the Gospel: “The Getting Through,” JUDAH, ft. Amanda Lindsey Cook – Palm/Passion Sunday

Some experiences can shake our faith, especially when someone we love suffers. We may ask ourselves “why does God allow suffering?” The song “The Getting Through” is a reminder that even when we feel most alone, God is with us. Key lines: Cause maybe the point is not the getting over / But the getting

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