Sermon text: Ezra 7-10 This week we look at the choices Ezra makes, with the other returning exiles, as they moved by faith. What do they do upon their return? How does Ezra react when the old sins of Israel are seen again? Direct audio link […]
Category: Two Stories
For Such a Time as This
Sermon text: Esther We look at the story of what transpired with Esther and Mordecai as the other exiles returned to Israel. What led to these circumstances? What led to Esther’s story? How can we see God’s work in the specific time? Direct audio link […]
An Uncomfortable Faith
Sermon text: Ezra 1-6 As we look back at the stories of those called and used by God over the old testament, we see people who had no idea what God had in store for their lives. We look at the prayer of Daniel, then the return of the exiles to Israel. What is it […]
A Christmas Connection Conclusion
This week we conclude the story between Daniel, the Magi, and Christ’s kingdom. Do we study scriptures the way Daniel and the Magi did? Do we look to scripture for the fulfillment of God’s words? Direct audio link […]
A Christmas Connection – Part 3
This week we look at the texts that speak to the coming king, promised in prophecy. As we look at the words of Gabriel to Daniel, then at the texts that Daniel read, and that the Magi followed as they gave their gifts to Christ. As we celebrate, do we remember Christ as the promised […]
A Christmas Connection: Part 2
Sermon text: Matthew 2:1-12 This week we look at the rise and fall of empires, and at the line of Daniel’s legacy through these empires. We look at the arrival of the kingmakers and their gifts in Israel, following the words of scripture. Direct audio link […]
A Christmas Connection- part 1
This week we look at the prophesies about Judah, then Judah’s fall, the rise of Babylon, and Daniel’s story. We look at Daniel’s life, God’s work through him, and his words. What did Daniel understand? What effect did his life have? Direct audio link […]
Trust His Heart
Sermon text: The book of Habakkuk We look at the conversation between God and Habakkuk. What did Habakkuk want? As God responds, what can be learn about Him? Direct audio link […]
Choose Your God
Sermon text: 1 Kings 16:29- 17:1, 18:1-19: What is it we Worship? What is it we try to find peace and meaning in? What is it we look to for provision? This week we look at the rise of king Ahab, and the Elijah’s service to God. What can we learn from Elijah, and his […]
That the World May Know
This week we review God’s plan and work in Israel, from Abraham to the time of the kings. Why did God do all of this? What was Israel’s purpose? What is our purpose? Direct audio link […]