In this passage, we are in the early hours before the crucifixion. Betrayal, arrest, whipping, and crucifixion awaits Jesus, and He knows it. But he mustn’t fixate on the tidal wave of agony that is about to break up on Him; instead, he focuses on preparing His disciples for the battle ahead. As American … [Read More…] The Helper
Our natural default is to try to do things on our own. But when trouble comes, whether it’s relationships, temptation, anxiety, or sin, we realize that we aren’t strong enough to do it on our own. The spiritual strength we need is found in our Savior. We need His strength for our weakness. Three … [Read More…] Supernatural Strength
In John 15, Jesus taught His disciples (and through them, us) that the secret to a fruitful life is abiding in Him. At the heart of this discourse is an extended metaphor (vv. 1-8) which Jesus then expounds upon in vv. 9-17. The Vine: “I am the true vine” is the 7th and final … [Read More…] The Vine
In John’s account of Jesus’ last night before the cross, we encounter some of the most tender words in all the Scriptures. In the Upper Room, Jesus poured out His heart to His disciples, teaching them (and through them, us) how to live in the love of God, because living in the love of God … [Read More…] The Dance
In this passage from John 14:1-14, we find the disciples troubled by news that Jesus is leaving. How could they ever go on without Jesus? But as Jesus shows them, his departure means more of the love of God, not less. Jesus offers us four things as He departs: A Loving Home: Our … [Read More…] The Way
Would we live differently if we understand that Christ has already achieved victory? In this passage from 1 Peter, Pastor Josue reminds us of our purpose for being witnesses to the eternal hope we have in Jesus. That mentality keeps us focused on the things that truly matter: loving God and loving others. 1 … [Read More…] A Firm Foundation
In this passage from Acts 1, we find the last recorded words of Jesus before His ascension. These words should be the heartbeat for Christians in fulfilling the task given to the Church. Dr. Greenway challenges us to rethink our mission and missions if we are going to be found faithful in 2021. Why … [Read More…] The Mission Remains Incomplete
We sat down with members of The Moody Church to discuss how they have found victory in living on mission in their Chicagoland workplaces. Check out the discussion! Panel members: Dr. Michael Thate, Pastor Bill Van Tuinen, Simone Halpin, Lindsay Anderson, Ron Ingram, and Toby Eng
How can we possibly believe in the extravagant claims of Christianity when so much of everyday life appears to tell a different story? How can we speak of victory when truth, beauty, life, and justice seem to be so scare? In this sermon by special guest Dr. Michael Thate, we explore the story of … [Read More…] The Problem of Victory: Peace, Expediency, and the Christian Life
When a film director wants the audience to focus on the magnitude of what’s happening in a scene, they will often bring the shot in close and slow everything down. That’s kind of what John is doing for us in chapters 13-17. Jesus is in the upper room with His disciples just hours before … [Read More…] The Troubled
