Sermon passage: Matthew 2:1-12 This week we look at the history of the line of the Magi, who Daniel ruled over. We then look to the history of the kingdoms, leading up to Herod’s time ruling the Jews. […]
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Daniel’s Secret
This week we conclude where last week’s message began, looking at Daniel and his life. We then look to the gravity Daniel’s words held, and the power of his positions. […]
Daniel and Co.
Sermon text: Daniel This week we recap the history of Israel up to until the captivity of Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah. We then look at the lives of these men, especially of Daniel. What effect did they have, did Daniel have, upon his world? […]
What God Desires
Sermon text: 1 Samuel 13-15 This week we look at Samuel and Saul, at the times when Saul fails. How do we respond to God’s commands? How much do we value obedience? […]
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 […]
As In the Days of Gibeah
This week’s sermon text: Judges 19-21 In today’s message we look at the story of Gibeah. We see how God’s law is diregarded, and the way Israel had slipped away from God’s direction. We see how those involved see and plan for their own choices, often without considering God’s authority. […]
I’ve Misplaced My Levite
Sermon text: Judges 17-18 We look at the story of Micah and his idols, a priest, and the story of the tribe of Dan. We look at how the different players think of God, and their treatment the Lord’s commands. We look at how the priest presents God, and compare to religious leaders of our […]
Of Mimes and Men
Sermon Text: 15:9-16:31 This week we look as Samson’s life, and the parity can find in both Israel’s story and in our own life. We see how God does miraculous things over and over, only to be followed by Samson’s compromise and disobedience. We look at Samson’s fate- how does it compare to our own […]
Fragile Goats and Foxtails
Sermon text: Judges 14;1-15:8 This week we look at the story of Samson, and how God uses bad circumstances and still accomplishes his will. […]
Say What
Sermon Text: Judges 10-12 This week we look at the story of Jephthah. An illegitimate son and an outsider, Jephthah is asked to lead against the Ammonites. He makes a vow, and then follows his promise. We look at his situation, his character, and the consequences from his actions and promise. […]