Gathered for Worship
Being the people of God means that we are committed to regularly gather for worship. This is so significant because it recanters our hearts on Jesus and realigns our lives to the gospel. From its in...
18 Okt 202035min
Shared Life
The New Testament picture of the church is near universally in the first person plural - "we" rather than "me." In a decidedly isolated and individualistic culture, why and how can we lean into bibli...
11 Okt 202042min
Gifted to Strengthen the Body
The church is like an orchestra playing the symphony of gospel music composed by Jesus and conducted by the Spirit. And each person plays an incredibly significant and unique part. Our giftedness is...
4 Okt 202038min
One Body in Christ
In his letter to the Ephesians, Paul makes it clear that we ARE one in the Gospel, and can maintain that same oneness through the Gospel rather than our own efforts or legalism. And when we are one, ...
27 Sep 202046min
Jesus, Our Head
Jesus is the head of the church. He is the one who brings about and sustains the church through his good and gracious rule and direction. And if Jesus is the head, that means no on else is. There a...
20 Sep 202043min
Our Identity
To a scattered church in turmoil, Peter reminds them of their God-given identity through four powerful statements. They are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation and God's special posses...
14 Sep 202035min
Therefore (Hebrews 10:19-25)
In Hebrews 10 the author encourages us that in the midst of struggle and turmoil to not turn back to religion, but instead rely on our relationship with Jesus to draw near to God, hold on to hope, and...
6 Sep 202029min
Peter Stands Up
After Jesus ascends to heaven, Peter assumes the role of being the rock of the early church that fishes for people. And rather than trying to gain power to control a physical empire, Peter tells a ne...
23 Aug 202035min
