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Dec 1, 2024 6:41 AM America/Los_Angeles

Off with the old | Colossians 3:1-11

After addressing the false teachings and pointing them to the centrality of Christ, he now lays out on how they may walk and live worthy of His calling. He exhorts them to put off the old self now that they have been united as one under God's salvation. H

Nov 3, 2024 11:45 AM America/Los_Angeles

Marks of a Growing Church | Colossians 1:1-14

We're starting a new series through the epistle of Colossians! Colosse wasn't started or visited by Paul in his journeys but he wrote to them to not only write against false teachings, but to also uphold the pre-eminence of Christ. Ultimately, we are save

Sep 29, 2024 7:42 AM America/Los_Angeles

The Lord of Judgment. The Lord of Salvation | Isaiah 63:1-66:24

The prophet Isaiah ends his message to God's people with an overarching reminder of God's judgment and mercy. He is the Lord of all righteous judgment. And He is the Lord of salvation. In the end, God will receive his glory and secure for Himself his peop

Sep 1, 2024 9:51 AM America/Los_Angeles

Man of Sorrows | Isaiah 52:13-53:12

Isaiah points to the coming Messiah as the suffering servant. This Messiah shall come and bring salvation and heal many through his sacrifice and death. In this passage, we will see not only the merciful salvation that we have received, but also our Lord

Aug 18, 2024 7:30 AM America/Los_Angeles

The Servant of the Lord | Isaiah 49:1-50:11

After prophesying the unexpected deliverance of Israel through Cyrus, Isaiah then points to the true servant of God, the Messiah of the Lord, who will bring ultimate deliverance and salvation. Jesus is the fulfillment and true servant of God who came not

Jul 14, 2024 6:06 PM America/Los_Angeles

Comfort of God | Isaiah 40:1-31

Isaiah 40 is the beginning of a shift in context and tone of Isaiah's message as he is now speaking to a people of exile in Babylon. And within that context, chapter 40 is a message of God's comfort for his people. There is a lasting hope of God's comfort

Jun 16, 2024 10:12 AM America/Los_Angeles

The Day of the Lord | Isaiah 24:1-27:13

Following the oracles of judgment upon the nations, Isaiah speaks of a final judgment that will come, the Day of the Lord. In this day, the city of man will fall while the city of God shall rise. And through this final judgment, there shall be ultimate ju

May 19, 2024 3:01 PM America/Los_Angeles

Glorious vision, Glorious call | Isaiah 6:1-13

The prophet Isaiah receive a vision of God's glory. This prompts him to receive cleansing and to be commissioned to preach to hardened hearts. Even if the message is difficult and even if the message falls on deaf ears, God's servants are commissioned for

Apr 21, 2024 11:00 AM America/Los_Angeles

Walking with Others in Grief | Various Passages

We are called to weep with those who weep and bear each other's burdens with wisdom. Walking with others in grief means presence, empathy, and sacrifice.

Mar 24, 2024 11:20 AM America/Los_Angeles

Final Instructions for a Church to Thrive | 1 Thessalonians 5:12-22

After answering their questions and concerns, Paul concludes the letter by reminding them that being a faithful body of Christ is found in two main ways: relational love and commitment to one another and devoted, holy worship unto God. This is how a young

Feb 25, 2024 12:30 PM America/Los_Angeles

Holy Sexuality | 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8

Paul provide some further instructions and exhortations for the Thessalonians to pursue further Christ-like character. He begins with a call to turn away from all sexual immorality and to pursue holiness. Paul notes the significance of the consequences of

Feb 4, 2024 1:30 PM America/Los_Angeles

Foundations of a Growing Church | 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

Paul is most likely writing one of his earliest letters to this young church that was both growing and facing struggles. He starts off his letter with his commendation for the church in Thessalonica and mentions three foundational aspects of the church. H

Jan 2, 2024 10:20 AM America/Los_Angeles

The Parable of the Wedding Feast | Matthew 22:1-14

The picture of the marriage feast calls us to look ahead with active anticipation and response. Therefore, we must not be indifferent, opposed, or unchanged as ones invited to his kingdom. So seeking first his Kingdom means active preparation now even as

Dec 4, 2023 12:00 PM America/Los_Angeles

Parable of the Sower | Matthew 13:1-23

Parables were teaching methods used by Jesus where an earthly story was used to illustrate a heavenly or kingdom truth. In the Parable of the Sower, Jesus teaches the crowds that a person's heart must be in the right condition and posture for the receptio

Nov 5, 2023 9:00 AM America/Los_Angeles

Formations: Scripture | Luke 6:46-49

The spiritual formation of Scripture is to know God and to obey his word. It is relationship building but one that is focused on trust and surrender. In committing to his word, we are like the house built on a solid foundation able to withstand the harshn

Oct 8, 2023 4:00 AM America/Los_Angeles

Formation: Sabbath | Various Passages

Excited to start a new series called "Formation" where we will go over several different means of grace and disciplines that God has given to us for spiritual growth and formation. This Sunday, I will kick off the series with Sabbath. This is essential fo

Sep 3, 2023 4:00 AM America/Los_Angeles

Every Member Contributes | Exodus 31/1-11; 35/4-36/7

After laying out all the details and instructions for the tabernacle and priesthood, God empowers and stirs his people to provide funds, materials, and skills to construct the tabernacle. We see all the different members of the community coming together t

Aug 6, 2023 4:00 AM America/Los_Angeles

The Blessings of Faithfulness | Exodus 23:20-33

After God provides the various case laws and applications, God promises his people the blessings that will come with faithfulness. God promises his people his own presence and guidance, a future home, victory over enemies, and prosperity to thrive. And th

Jul 16, 2023 4:00 AM America/Los_Angeles

Love the Lord your God | Exodus 20/1-11

God gives his people the 10 commandments and we will look at the first four. These four commandments describe the vertical relationship between God and His people. There must be no other gods than Yahweh, and we must worship and honor him supremely. Our v

Jun 11, 2023 4:00 AM America/Los_Angeles

Celebrating Salvation | Exodus 15:1-21

As the Israelites have been safely delivered across the Red Sea and saw their old masters in the waters behind them, they break out into song and worship. As they have just experienced salvation, we now see them celebrate salvation. Much in the same way i

May 21, 2023 5:45 AM America/Los_Angeles

With A Mighty Hand and Outstretched Arm | Exodus 7:8-10:29

God will wage war against Pharoah and all the false gods of Egypt and bring judgment so that all may know that he is the sovereign God Yahweh. He is the one who will also fully deliver and bring His people out from Egypt as he had promised. As we navigate

Apr 16, 2023 5:45 AM America/Los_Angeles

Bondage and Oppression | Exodus 1:1-22

For this Sunday, we will look at chapter 1 that sets the context and picks up the story of the Israelites in Egypt after many generations have passed from Genesis. Through the oppression of Egypt, the Israelites face bondage and suffering. God will then i

Mar 19, 2023 5:45 AM America/Los_Angeles

Idols of the Heart - Family | Various Passages

We are starting a new topical series for a few weeks on the "idols of the heart". Through this series, we will explore the things in our lives that can be stumbling blocks to our call of seeking Christ first. For the first teaching, we will be looking at

Feb 19, 2023 4:45 AM America/Los_Angeles

The Resurrection and the Life | John 11:1-44

Jesus is the Resurrection and the Life. He has defeated our ultimate enemy, death itself. Therefore, we can confidently die to self and experience the power of the resurrection life.