The Finger of God

Sermon passage: Exodus 6:6-9 When Moses is sent to free Israel, he asks who he should say has sent him. God wanted His people and all of Egypt to know who He was, by experience. God called Israel to commit to him, and away from the idols of their life. Are we ready, and willing […]

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God Heard Their Cry

This week we look at the story of the Israelites in Egypt. What is it the Israelites experienced in Egypt? What did they believe? What did God want from them? What do we depend on? What do we think will satisfy, provide, or fulfill us? […]

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Join the Story

When we see a play, the setting, backdrop, and details add understanding to the story. What background, and settings do we need to know to better understand scripture? How is it we view the world, and in contrast how did the writers of scripture view it? Who did they write to, and what were the […]

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An Unlikely King

This week we look at the legacy of three kings. One, renowned and respected, ushering in peace and development. Another, was known for his eloquence, thirst for power, and ruthlessness.  The last was born into poverty and obscurity, and mingled with those who were overlooked and despised. As we look back, the legacy is not […]

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Unlikely Faith

Sermon text: Luke2, Matthew 2 This week we look at those to whom God revealed his child. How did each respond? The shepherds? Simeon? Anna? The Magi? What can we learn from their responses? […]

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An Unlikely Lineage

Sermon text: Matthew 1:1-6 This week we look at the family tree that Matthew recounts of the Messiah. We look at the biblical stories of the unlikely inclusions. Why did Matthew mention these in his account? What is it God is trying to tell us through Matthew, and through the accounts of these people? […]

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The Heart of God: David the Prophet

This week we look at the prophecies written by David. We look at three different kinds of prophecies, and how they appear in David’s writings. How can we see Christ, in David’s writing? How did David’s experiences, and feelings mirror, and point toward Christ’s experience? […]

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The Heart of God: Finishing Well

Sermon text: 2 Samuel 21-1 Kings 2 This week we look at the final days of David’s reign. What can we learn from David’s legacy? […]

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The Heart of God: Coming Around Again

Sermon text: 2 Samuel 15-20 This week we look at the time of King David’s exile, and then his return. What can we learn from this time in David’s life? […]

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The Heart of God: the Severity of Sin

Sermon text: 2 Samuel 13:1-15:12 This week we look at the many trials following God’s decree against David’s family. How did David deal with the consequences of the sins in his family? What can we see about how severe sin is? […]

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