Abstract and Theme- We live in a world and culture of broken promises and relationships. Broken families, friendships, marriages, relationships with co-workers… It happens in our schools, neighborhoods, homes, government, and our churches. As we move into a culture that has found itself living into the idea of expressive individualism and "my truth," how … Continue reading Encounter The Promise
Abstract - Light - the very first created thing. The way God chose to reveal His Glory: a burning bush, a fire on top of Mount Sinai, a pillar leading the Israelites. It was no accident when Jesus taught that He was the Light of the World. The fulfillment at the festival and feast of … Continue reading Advent – Encounter The Light
Abstract - "The Lord is not slow to fulfill his promise as some count slowness, but is patient toward you, not wishing that any should perish, but that all should reach repentance." - 2 Peter 3:9 A wise pastor once summarized the story of Abraham as- God says to Abraham: "I'm going to send you … Continue reading Encounter The Call
Exploring who God is through the lens of Jesus’ “I AM” statements in the Gospel of John and the Old Testament pictures they ultimately fulfill. Week 1: The Bread of Life – “Then Jesus declared, “I am the bread of life. He who comes to me will never go hungry, and he who … Continue reading (I AM)* Loved
An in-depth exploration of what the imperfect early church looked like and exploring what that means in our own communities of faith as we follow Jesus, living a life of discipleship. Week 1: Introduction – Keep Church Weird Week 2: “They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching.” -Acts 2.42 (Scripture) Week 3: “And … Continue reading Keep Church Weird
Exploring the theme of Covenant and Kingdom in light of the Kingdom Parables & the progression found in Matthew 13 – 25. The focus in the midst of all of this will be seeing how our story connects with God & His Kingdom. Intro theme of Covenant & Parable of the Sower; Matthew 13.3-8, 8-23 … Continue reading Covenant & Kingdom: Kingdom Parables
During Lent, we will be taking this opportunity to explore who we rightly are as humanity. Each session is done through the lens of a person, and this person and their arguments occur multiple times throughout the book of Job. You’ll note that originally this fell on Palm Sunday as we explored God’s response to … Continue reading Job
Through the lens of Scandal in the Bible, we spend 7 weeks pondering who God really is. Looking at scandal and pointing forward to the cross & the empty tomb. Christmas: John 1.1-14 Rahab: Joshua 2 Gideon: Judges 6 & 7 David & Dance Worship: 2 Samuel 6 Jonah Daniel & the Lions’ Den: … Continue reading Scandal In The Bible
Abida Hearts on Fire 