13 Reasons: “Born Free”

“Born Free” John 3:5-9 Flesh gives birth to flesh, but the Spirit gives birth to spirit. – John 3:6 Nicodemus approached Jesus in a personal time of doubt and certainty in the quiet, under the cover of the stillness of the night. In our current crisis, is God inviting us to do the same? Download […]

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13 Reasons: “Above the Law”

 “Above the Law” Romans 8:1-4 “Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus…” Romans 8:1 The virus of sin has infected humankind since the moment of the fall. But God provided tools for the diagnosis, treatment and ultimate cure for “sin-sickness”, and it’s name is Jesus.  Download the study guide […]

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 “Come as We Are” John 1:10-14 “The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us.” – John 1:14 Tent, Tabernacle, Temple. Throughout the ages God’s Spirit had dwelled among his people for certain periods of time. But when God came in the person of Jesus, it signaled a whole new era in our relationship with […]

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13 Reasons: “Get Wise”

13 Reasons “Get Wise” Proverbs 22:1-5; 17-19 Pay attention and listen to the sayings of the wise   – Proverbs 22:17 The Proverbs tell us that “a good name is more desirable than great riches”. But how do we acquire a good reputation? Hint: our reputation among people will be enhanced when we cultivate a […]

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13 Reasons: “Wiggle Room”

13 Reasons “Wiggle Room”  Luke 6:27-31 “But I tell you who hear me; Love your enemies…” Lk. 6:27 Are there clear teachings of Jesus that you wish were not so clear? Jesus tells us what is right in black and white, and we are called to apply what he says to our lives–with no “wiggle […]

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13 Reasons “A Long, Long Time” Psalm 16:5-8 “Because he is at my right hand, I will not be shaken” – Psalm 16:8 The Church helps us gain perspective on who we are by giving us perspective in who God is.    Find this week’s Study Guide here: A Long, Long Time Study Guide  

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Make Room: “Enjoy the Joy”

Make Room! “Enjoy the Joy” Matthew 11:2-10 “Go back and report to John what you hear and see…” Matthew 11:4 As hard as things can be and as dire as the news may seem, God is always on the move. In a world that seems hemmed in by darkness, can we Make Room to enjoy […]

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Make Room! “Keep the Faith, Baby” Isaiah 11:1-5 “A shoot will come up from the stump of Jesse; from his roots a Branch will bear fruit.” Isaiah 11:1 Isaiah had a vision of a wonderful savior whose legacy, Spirit and character set him apart. But what about the people he saves? Can you and I […]

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What Are You Thinking?  “Strong Minds” Romans 5:1-5 “…we also rejoice in our sufferings…” – Romans 5:3 What does perfect peace look like to you? Is it an untroubled life? A life devoid of all conflict and trail?  Paul says that true peace has less to do with any circumstances in our lives and more […]

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