Questions for God – October 16, 2022

“Questions for God”Text: Habakkuk 1:1-3, 2:1-4In a time of uncertainty for the people of God, the prophet Habakkuk asks God bold questions about what appears to be God’s nonresponse to his prayers and the wrongdoing in the world. And yet, Habakkuk does not passively wait for God’s response; instead, he actively looks for what God…

Stories That Shape Us: Until the End! – October 9, 2022

“Stories That Shape Us: Until the End!”Text: Revelation 22We end our “Stories That Shape Us” series by looking at the last chapter of the Bible, Revelation 22. Over time, Revelation has gained a reputation as being a “scary” book or one that is supposed to provoke fear, however its original purpose was to provide hope…

Stories That Shape Us: 30 Pieces of Silver – October 2, 2022

“Stories That Shape Us: 30 Pieces of Silver”Text: Zechariah 11We continue our “Stories That Shape Us” series, looking at Old Testament passages that shape or are recalled in New Testament. This week’s passage from Zechariah is one that would have familiar in the time of Jesus. Zechariah’s rejection of the thirty silver shekel payment given…

Stories That Shape Us: The Abomination – September 18, 2022

Stories That Shape Us: The Abomination – September 18, 2022Text: Daniel 11:31-12:13It is often said that history is “written by the victors.” However, this week we review a passage from the book of Daniel that comes from the perspective of those who have been conquered. Despite descriptions of the desolation of the Temple and battles…

Stories that Shape Us: Giant Issues – August 21, 2022

“Stories That Shape Us: Giant Issues”1 Samuel 17This week we study the original “underdog” story, David and Goliath. It is not a story rooted in David finding his inner strength to defeat Goliath, but instead dwelling in the confidence of God’s providence. Like David, the Lord uses the trials of our past to equip us…

Stories That Shape Us: Healed for Glory – August 14, 2022

“Stories That Shape Us: Healed for Glory”Text: Leviticus 13:1-8, 40-46Today we study a passage from Leviticus which discusses how the Israelites declared a person “unclean.” This was a time before medical advancements had been made, and separating one from the rest of the community was necessary to ensure the entire community did not become infected.…