Summary of Covenant and Courage

00:00:00 - 00:20:00

In this video, Jeff Reed discusses the importance of vulnerability and courage in spiritual journeys. He outlines two upcoming appearances where he will be sharing his own spiritual journey. He also discusses the Unitarian Universalist Covenant and how it can help to ground people in the present and connect them with others.

• 00:00:00 In this sermon, the author defines "covenant" as a spiritual pact between God and people. The first covenant is the Noah story, in which God promises never to flood the Earth again. The author also discusses the implications of these covenants for humans. Noah and his family were probably traumatized by the experience of being on the boat, but they were courageous enough to start life over again. The author notes that the power dynamics of these stories are skewed, with God on the high ground and humans on the low ground.
• 00:05:00 The Unitarian Universalist Covenant is a promise between life partners or people that get married that outlines the responsibilities they have to one another. It is based in both the physical and spiritual worlds, and is meant to be a reminder of the interconnectedness of all life.
• 00:10:00 The speaker discusses how various physical activities can help to ground one in the present and connect them with others. She talks about how one of her favorite spiritual practices is sending energy to others through prayer.
• 00:15:00 The spiritual practice of belonging involves being present in a physical or virtual space, being authentic, and sharing joys and concerns. Sunday morning services are a good opportunity to participate in these spiritual practices. The fourth principle, a free and responsible search for truth and meaning, is also emphasized. These principles help to create an environment in which people can share their spiritual journeys and grow together.
• 00:20:00 In this video, Jeff Reed discusses the importance of vulnerability and courage in spiritual journeys. He outlines two upcoming appearances where he will be sharing his own spiritual journey.