This week we review the topic of suffering. What is it we expect from our world, for our lives? We look to the scriptures, and time and again we are told to expect suffering. Even as we struggle, what is it that causes us to handle bad circumstances differently than someone else, going through similar […]
Tag: The Christian Life
Truth and Grace
This week we review the past series on Truth & Grace We look at how churches and Christians tilt between legalistic approaches or liberal approaches to Truth or Grace. Who is it that determines truth? What importance do we place upon our own rules, or our own reasoning? […]
In Christ
This week we review what it means to remain “In Christ.” What do we hope to accomplish on our own? What do we strive for? As we look at Christ’s picture of the the vine, we look at how He describes the Christians and their fruitfulness in Him. […]
Hope in a World of Misery
Today’s message is brought by Philemon Hayibor Sermon text: Luke 4:13-30 This week we look at the purpose for Christ coming, as He explained it. […]
Treasures in Jars of Clay
Today’s message is brought by Daniel Dahms Sermon Passage: 2 Corinthians 4:7-12 Today we look at how life is seen in the world, and how life’s value is interpreted. We look in contrast how Paul describes our lives- we may be ordinary, like jars of clay, bud God has entrusted to us the treasure that […]
Boldness
Message by Daniel Dahms Do we share God’s message with boldness? Paul challenged believers with the picture of Moses veiled, sharing God’s law. How much more confidence can we have, now that we have the gospel of life to share? […]
Lessons Learned or Lost
This week: recap of the book of Judges This week we look at the themes and patterns seen in the the times of the Judges. What cycles do we see in the nations of Israel over this period? We look at the process by which they turn from God, and then compare. Where and when […]
Control in the Midst of Chaos
Sermon Text: Acts 1:15-24 When we find ourselves in the midst of chaos, we often wonder why God has allowed it, or even if the circumstance was under His control. We look at the early church, and how God used the circumstances around Judas. Even as Judas betrays Christ, then ends his own life, and […]
Driving Home the Point
This week we look at Judges 4-5. We look at what role Barak and Deborah play, and how God delivers Israel. How do we respond when we hear God’s call? Do we follow His Guidance? Do we take a stand for what God would have us stand for? […]
Finding Peace
This week we look at both the initial entry to Canaan, and then at Christ’s triumphal entry. Even as those following God are confronted by His plan, we often turn back to our old ways, fearing to follow in faith. God offers peace, for those that will follow in faith. […]