The coming of the King
March 24, 2024
Jesus the Master Teacher
March 17, 2024
The character of the teacher Matthew 7:28-29 John 13:2-5 John 13:12-17 Mark 6:30-34 The nature of the teaching Matthew 4:23 Matthew 9:35 Matthew 5:3-10 Matthew 7:21-23 Luke 6:23-26 Luke 15:1-10 The expected response of the disciple John 13:15-17 Luke 13:6-9 Reflection Questions: In your own words, describe the teachings of Jesus as you know them.… Read More »
The Mercy of the Messiah
March 10, 2024
For the cruelty of humanity For a repentant criminal For all our sins Reflection questions: In your own words, describe mercy. How is that demonstrated in Jesus through the cross? What is necessary for us to be able to give mercy? How has reflecting on the death and resurrection of Jesus affected you? How do… Read More »
The Transfigured Messiah
March 3, 2024
A glimpse of Christ’s glory Witnesses to the Messiah Divine confirmation Elijah and the Messiah Reflection questions: What was the purpose of the transfiguration? What implications does this event hold for 21st century Christians? What does the NT mean by “transfigured”? What is significance of Jesus’ appearance? What other texts have similar descriptions of Jesus’… Read More »
The Gospel and Discipleship
February 25, 2024
Jesus as the True Vine Disciples as Branches Prescribing Fruitful Discipleship Reflection Questions: Describe discipleship in your own words. What does John 15:1-8 have to do with discipleship? What does it mean to “abide” in Jesus? What happens if we fail to “abide” in Jesus? What significance does the imagery of a vine hold? What… Read More »
The Gospel and the Church
February 18, 2024
The nature of Christian Fellowship The importance of Christian Fellowship Growing spiritually through Christian Fellowship
Great things he has done
December 17, 2023
Remembering the great things God has done Petitioning the great things of God Grounding faith in the great things of God
Waiting in the Lord
December 10, 2023
Waiting on the God who keeps promises Waiting on new Heavens and new Earth Waiting and growing in grace and knowledge
Steadfast Love and Gratitude
November 19, 2023
In the presence of the gods In the presence of the kings of earth In the presence of enemies
Practicing Gratitude
November 12, 2023
1. Relinquishing anxiety Ways to relinquish anxiety A. Shift focus B. Lean into community C. Pray 2. Embracing gratitude 3. The practice of gratitude