March 25, 2024

Palm Sunday

Palm Sunday marks the beginning of Holy Week. As we gather in hope reflecting on the compassion of Christ, may he guide us through changing seasons, unveiling the promise of renewal and the all-encompassing light of his love.

March 18, 2024

Speaking Of Life 3017 | See the Manager

Have you ever had a sour experience in a restaurant or store that you just wanted to see the manager? When we say “I want to see Jesus”, do we actually mean that we want to see him, or do we just want things to happen our way? Following Christ means that we can be joyful even when situations get sour.

March 17, 2024

How do you see Jesus?

Text: John 12:20-33
Roger Calendine
Can we reexamine our perception of how we see Jesus?
March 11, 2024

Speaking Of Life 3016 | The Sacred Irony

Do you ever find yourself trying to earn God’s favor with good works? As God’s beloved children, there’s nothing we can do to earn or lose his love. Through this reality, we can join with him in the good works he has in store for each of us.

March 4, 2024

Speaking of Life 3015 | The Opposite Game

The Opposite Game was used to let students fully understand the contrast and meaning between words. Contrary to our belief that God is distant, Paul emphasizes the gift of salvation through Jesus, and his invitation to join Him in building his kingdom now.

February 19, 2024

Speaking of Life 3013 | Rainbow’s Promise

Do you recall the first time you saw the colorful rainbow?  The flash of color across the sky is a promise of hope.

February 12, 2024

Transfiguration

Transfiguration Sunday concludes the Season of Epiphany, revealing the radiant character of God in Christ’s love and compassion. God is inviting us to a continuous journey where the transformative power of Christ’s presence awaits.

January 29, 2024

Speaking of Life 3010 | Felt Not Seen

Have you ever stared at nature and become overwhelmed by the beauty of the moment? Not only are God’s works beautiful and majestic, but they also reflect his goodness and his love for each of us.

January 22, 2024

Speaking of Life 3009 | Jonah—Prophet or Cautionary Tale

If you’ve ever thought you’ve developed a better path forward than the one God has revealed, remember Jonah’s cautionary tale. He was so confident in how God “should” be acting, he nearly missed what God was doing – spoiler God’s agenda is always love. Let’s not miss out on joining him in sharing that love with the whole world.

January 15, 2024

Speaking Of Life 3008 | Lukewarm Coffee

Receiving the perfect gift, having someone offer the exact help we need, the space to vent without judgment. If you have ever experienced any of the events described, you have a glimpse into a powerful feeling of being known. The Psalms reveal that our Creator knows us better than we know ourselves. And through Jesus, God gives us himself to be known. There’s no greater gift than knowing and being known by God.

January 8, 2024

Epiphany

As we look at the bright star of Epiphany, it reminds us of the wise men’s journey. They followed the celestial light to worship the Light of the World. The story in Matthew 2 encourages us to offer our worship and devotion to the boundless love revealed in the humble manger of Bethlehem.

January 1, 2024

Speaking of Life 3005 | The Twist Ending

Do we recognize Jesus as the twist ending in the story of our lives? He completes not only your story, and mine, but the grand narrative of all of humanity. Jesus picks up our broken pieces and puts them all together and makes us whole again!