Family Vacation
In Luke 2, we learn about two trips to the temple made by the family of Jesus. As a result, we get some insight into the family where Jesus grew up and what was important to them.
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- Dec 28, 2014Family Vacation
Family VacationIn Luke 2, we learn about two trips to the temple made by the family of Jesus. As a result, we get some insight into the family where Jesus grew up and what was important to them.
- Dec 14, 2014The Announcement
The AnnouncementWhen we think about Jesus coming to Earth, we don't usually spend a lot of time thinking about the huge change it was in the lives of two people: Mary and Joseph. As we look at their individual encounters with angels, we will consider the messages they hear and their reaction. As a result, we will learn a little more about what kind of people God chose to provide a home and family for His son on Earth.
- Dec 7, 2014Specks & Planks
Specks & Planks"Do not judge." It might be the part of a verse in the Bible that is most quoted by those who do not know much about the rest of the book. Like in any book, context is very important. The story does not end in the first half of Matthew 7:1. This lesson explores what this command is and what it is not.
- Nov 24, 2014Stuff
StuffAs Black Friday approaches, it's hard to ignore our society's addiction to stuff. So many of us want bigger houses, bigger cars, more money and the latest technology. Those things can be great, but they are all temporary and they take our attention off what is really important. Jesus tells us in Matthew 6 that we should instead focus our energy on God, who is everlasting.
- Nov 9, 2014That They May All Be One
That They May All Be OneIn the prayer that is sometimes referred to as the "High Priestly Prayer of Jesus," he prays for himself, his disciples and all believers. One common thread throughout the prayer is the need for unity. Join us for this look at John 17 and be challenged to have greater unity.
[embed height=437 width=875 ]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ktc42A4OBA8[/embed] - Nov 3, 2014Become Like Children
Become Like ChildrenIn Matthew 18, the disciples are having another disagreement over the kind of question they should not be worried about anyway: who will be the greatest? We might have many answers for a question like that, but Jesus took the opportunity to have them consider becoming more like children. What childlike qualities do you wish you could regain?
- Oct 26, 2014Teach Us How to Pray
Teach Us How to PrayIn Matthew 6, the disciples ask Jesus how to pray. He gives them an incredible example of when and how to pray and why prayer matters.
- Oct 19, 2014Salt and Light
Salt and LightAs disciples of Jesus, we are called to live in a way that is distinctive in our culture. In Matthew 5, Jesus encourages his disciples to be salt and light to the world around us. Do people see us as that city on a hill?
- Oct 12, 2014Blessed
BlessedWe continue our series on the life of Jesus in Matthew 5 with the beginning of the Sermon on the Mount. What does it really mean to be blessed?
- Oct 5, 2014The Woman at the Well
The Woman at the WellJesus broke cultural and religious barriers to have a life-changing conversation with a Samaritan woman who came to a well looking for water. This week we learn about how Jesus sees beyond those label to her physical, and more importantly, spiritual needs.
- Sep 28, 2014A Secret Visitor
A Secret VisitorOne member of the Sanhedrin had the mixed emotions of the courage to come see Jesus but the fear to make those visits during the darkness of night. This week we will look at the initial discussion between Jesus and Nicodemus and the change it led to in the life of one Pharisee.
- Sep 21, 2014The Wedding
The WeddingMost weddings are filled with memorable moments. The first miracle of Jesus recorded in scripture takes place at a wedding at Cana. This week we see how Jesus interacts with family and friends and ensures a wedding that they would never forget.
- Sep 14, 2014Follow ME
Follow MEAs Jesus begins His earthly ministry, He chooses 12 people to help spread His message. It doesn't take long to realize that Jesus uses much different criteria than most of us would. This week we consider the difference between who we would recruit and who Jesus chose and which group would do a better job of changing the world.
- Sep 7, 2014The Temptation of Jesus
The Temptation of JesusJesus was led by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted. Have you ever considered that the Spirit might lead us into difficult circumstances to strengthen our faith? This week we will consider how Jesus was tempted and how that relates to our own struggles.
- Aug 31, 2014To Fulfill All Righteousness
To Fulfill All RighteousnessWhy did Jesus come to John to be baptized? John felt unworthy to do it, and Jesus had no sin. This lesson looks at the baptism of Jesus and what we can learn from His example. (This week begins with a 3 minute video relating to the upcoming Praise and Harmony workshop.)
- Aug 24, 2014The Plan
The PlanOur God does not act randomly. From the beginning, His plan was to send Jesus to live among us. This lesson from John 1:1-14 begins our series on the life of Jesus.
- Jun 15, 2014Happy Father’s Day
- Jun 8, 2014The Good Shepherd
- Jun 1, 2014Multi-Generational Church
- May 25, 2014Kingdom Children
- May 4, 2014Eternity in our Hearts
- Apr 27, 2014“The Return of Christ”
- Apr 20, 2014The Death, Burial, and Resurrection”
- Apr 13, 2014Preparing for Easter
- Apr 7, 2014Ministry of Jesus