How do we overcome the temptation to put our hope in things that don’t satisfy? When we look for fulfillment outside of Christ, we find emptiness. But if we are captivated with Jesus, we will find true satisfaction for our deepest desires. Colossians 2:8-12
How can we be assured that our faith is genuine? In this passage, we find three evidences that the church truly knows Jesus. The church is to be united in love, to remain focused on Jesus, and to be firm in the faith. There is an assurance of God that only comes from being united … [Read More…] Where’s Your Evidence?
It’s human nature to want to be in an exclusive club. But in this passage, we find Jesus describing a new Kingdom mentality where all are welcome. He teaches that we should approach God like a child. If our church is to reflect the heart of Jesus, we need to be a place that welcomes … [Read More…] The Danger of Exclusivity
Dr. Warren Wiersbe, known as “the pastor’s pastor” and a trusted Bible teacher and writer, died yesterday in Lincoln, Nebraska at the age of 89. Most people will remember him for his many books—at least 150—while others will remember him for his solid, practical Bible teaching on the Back to the Bible radio program, or his … [Read More…] Warren Wiersbe: A Tribute
There are things in Christianity that seem like paradoxes. At first glance, these things don’t quite seem to make sense. In this final sermon in the series, we find Jesus celebrating Passover with the apostles. Jesus’ teaching on servanthood turns our human expectations for honor upside down. The economy of God is so very different … [Read More…] Celebrate the Passover
Why is Jesus considered the “greatest of all time”? In this passage, we find four reasons why: He is the God of all, He is Creator of all, He is Sustainer of all, and He is Lord of all. Colossians 1:15–20
Have you ever had to answer a loaded question? In this passage we find Jesus answering three questions from the Pharisees. His answers teach us three important lessons about our relationship with God. Mark 12
Why should we be all in for Jesus? When we are “all in” it means we are fully committed; there are no halfways or half measures. In this passage, we find the motivation for us to be all in for Jesus: we are rescued by the Father, resettled into the Son, and redeemed by the … [Read More…] Deliverance from Darkness
Mary and Martha Who are they, and what was their relationship to Jesus? We will look at three narratives in the New Testament to answer those questions. Mary and Martha were sisters, who lived with their brother Lazarus in the town of Bethany. Bethany was less than 2 miles from Jerusalem – travelers from Galilee … [Read More…] Because of God’s Steadfast Love for Us He: Affirms & Teaches His Children – Mary & Martha
