FPCSANANTONIO PODCAST First Presbyterian Church of San Antonio - Rev. Dr. Bob Fuller 8-17-25
Aug 17, 2025
A personal story from an Episcopal camp kicks off a discussion on maintaining order in worship. The focus shifts to finding holiness in everyday life, revealing how ordinary moments can fuel spiritual growth. Biblical insights redefine discipleship, emphasizing everyday actions over traditional church roles. A historical lens on the Israelites' exile inspires listeners to seek purpose and community in challenging times. The episode closes with a call to recognize the divine within the mundane and embrace gratitude in daily routines.
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Camp Greeting That Stuck
- Rev. Dr. Bob Fuller recalls an Episcopal youth camp where liturgical greetings caused a comedic interruption during worship.
- The group responded "and also with you" even when told to be quiet, showing how ritual language shapes communal life.
Life Is Mostly Dull Bits
- Alfred Hitchcock said movies are "life with the dull bits cut out," highlighting our appetite for dramatic scenes.
- Fuller argues real life is mostly ordinary routines that actually shape who we are and where discipleship happens.
Ordinary Matters To God
- Fuller asserts the ordinary matters to God because what matters to us matters to God.
- This reframes everyday tasks as spiritually significant ground for discipleship.
