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The New Year is often a time of making promises, resolutions, for a better us. This week a very difficult scripture reminds us that a better year is not about a better us but about a different lens for seeing the world, the lens of God's kingdom. In order
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In this final week of Advent, Dr. Keck will speak about two beautiful words in Scripture: Logos and Shalom which he believes should not be translated into the english WORD and PEACE. Once translated they lose their mystery and majesty. And our faith must
Mary's encounter with the angel Gabriel gives us an important point of reference to begin the difficult conversations around bodily autonomy, the role of the state in regulating bodies, and the Christian faith. How can people of faith approach these issue
In the book of Isaiah the ancient Hebrews are yearning for a return from exile. But what if they returned to their homeland and were no better as persons? In the New Testament, the people are waiting for a savior to reclaim the Davidic kingship, but what
Economic struggles have been a reality in our world from the beginning of time. Economic models have developed over the years and our own -- mixed economy with a strong capitalist bent -- has become sacro-saint in our culture. What does our faith have to
As we continue preparing for the coming of the Christ child we recognize that often our world does not mirror the world that Christ promises. This week prophets prod us to remember what that world should look like, and convict us into recognizing our bein
Our New Testament was written in Greek, but we began to translate it into English in the 1500’s. This allowed the bible to be read by each person on their own. As wonderful as that was, serious misunderstandings can take place when an English word is pl
In this first week of Advent, the Apostle Paul tells us that the time is near, and there is no time like the present to have a growth spurt and become more like Jesus. Exploring Pauls complex use of the word sarx (flesh) and modern personality theory, Dr.
Since the Russian invasion of Ukraine our headlines have been filled with the latest on the frontlines. Images of the horrors of war and the human response have filled our notifications and often fill us with despair. And yet we know that though Ukraine i
Caesar Augustus had a title (Augustus) become part of his very name. So too, Jesus had a title become part of his own name (Christ). This weekend Dr. Keck will explore the power and the beauty of the spiritual title “Christ.” Join us for worship!
So many things in our lives compete for our ultimate attention, captivate our imaginations, and guide the way we look at the world. In a season where so many of us are rethinking what we invest our lives in and how we live into the future, what would it l