groundwork stories

As part of our Groundwork initiative and our study of the New City Catechism, please take the time to watch or read these stories of God's grace told by members of Wheatland.

  • idolatry - becky becker

    The New City Catechism states that idolatry is "trusting in created things rather than the Creator for our hope and happiness, significance and security. In this reflection, Becky Becker encourages us to turn from our idolatry and sin, run to the Creator, and remember, that in Jesus Christ, we are one of the beloved. Please click on the image to watch the reflection. For a written reflection, click here. 

  • Envy - amber spatola

    "Envy has little to do with what I don't have and a lot to do with what I don't believe." We are constantly tempted to make comparisons to the gifts, personalities, and resources of others. But, as Amber Spatola shares with us, comparing ourselves to others keeps us from enjoying the work that Christ is doing in our lives. Please click on the image to watch the reflection. For a written reflection, click here. 

  • Rest - Bill achor

    Jesus tells us, "Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest." In a world where our value is often determined by how hard we work and how much we produce, Bill Achor invites us to find rest and identity in Jesus Christ. Please, click on the image to watch the reflection. For a written reflection, click here.

  • Trusting - Greg Wilhelm

    One of the more famous verses in all of Scripture is Proverbs 3:5. It reads, "Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding." In this reflection, Greg Wilhelm shares how trusting the Lord can be difficult and scary, but also good and life-giving. To read the written reflection click here.

  • Trinity - Dennis Brown

    The doctrine of the Trinity is often seen as too complex and confusing for humans to grasp. In this reflection, Dennis Brown invites us to see the Trinity, not as a complicated truth, but as a life-changing paradigm through which we see the entire world. Please, click on the image to watch the reflection. For a written reflection, click here.