The time between Thanksgiving and Christmas can feel like an emotional whiplash. We move from gratitude around the dinner table to Black Friday chaos, then straight into the stress of holiday preparations. Right in the middle of this seasonal madness, Advent arrives with a gentle whisper: slow down, stop, pay attention, watch. Watch the Lesson on Demand - Click Here What Does It Mean to Watch for God? Two biblical stories from our Advent readings reveal an important truth abo

Life has a way of putting us under pressure. Whether it's a difficult relationship, financial stress, health challenges, or unexpected circumstances, we all face moments when we feel squeezed by life's demands. The question isn't whether these moments will come—it's what will be revealed when they do. The Orange Juice Principle What happens when you squeeze an orange? You get orange juice. It's that simple. No matter how hard you squeeze, you'll never get apple juice from an

In a world filled with uncertainty, destruction, and constant change, it's natural to seek knowledge and power to protect ourselves. We want to know when bad things will happen so we can prepare. We want signs and warnings. But what if there's a better question to ask than "when" and "what"? Watch the whole thing on Demand - Click here What Happens When Everything Falls Apart? Jesus spoke to his disciples about the beautiful temple, adorned with precious stones and gifts dedi

In a world obsessed with being correct, Jesus offers us a different perspective. When religious leaders tried to trap Him with trick questions, His response reveals a profound truth about what truly matters in our faith and relationships. Watch the whole lesson on demand - click here What Did the Sadducees Really Want? The Sadducees weren't genuinely seeking truth when they approached Jesus with their complex question about marriage and resurrection. They presented a scenario

As promised in my sermon from October 19th, I wanted to take a moment to explore this concept of justice and mercy , and how they are deeply connected. When I was studying law, I noticed that these two concepts often stood in opposition to each other. In the legal world, justice  is frequently defined by the boundaries of the law—by rules, penalties, and consequences. The goal is not really restoration but rather control, and, at times, punishment . The law as is consider aim

Prayer is more than just asking God for things we need. It's the spiritual air we breathe as followers of Christ, positioning us to see God's presence and work in our daily lives. Through the parable of the persistent widow in Luke 18:1-8, Jesus teaches us two essential truths about prayer that can transform how we approach our relationship with God. Watch the whole lesson on demand - click here Understanding the Persistent Widow's True Character The widow in Jesus' parable i

In Luke 17:5-10, we encounter a seemingly disjointed passage where the disciples ask Jesus to increase their faith. Jesus responds with...

Psalm 91 is a beautiful passage that reminds us of God's protection and care. Though its author is unknown (some attribute it to Moses...

I recently came across an article by Hayley @root.cuase.mama, that talked about a different meaning to the mustard seed verse. In Matthew...

Psalm 79 is one of those difficult passages that many pastors avoid. It's filled with anger, destruction, and cries for vengeance -...

On Sept 16th we explored several scriptures that are connected within the scope of Episode VI of the second season of The Chosen . The...

The Foolishness of Knowing God But Living Like He's Irrelevant When we think of foolishness, we often picture reckless behavior or poor...

If you could only take three things with you when you had to move to a new city, what three things would you pack?  That was a tough...

On Sept 9th we explored several scriptures that are connected within the scope of Episode V of the second season of The Chosen . The...

Psalm 139 is one of the most beautiful passages in Scripture, describing God's intimate knowledge of us, His constant presence, and His...

On Sept 2nd we explored several scriptures that are connected within the scope of Episode IV of the second season of The Chosen . The...

Which Comes First? The Profound Spiritual Lesson Behind an Age-Old Question. It may sound like a silly question, but "Which comes first,...

On August 26th we explored three scriptures that are connected within the scope of Episode III of the second season of The Chosen . The...

Today we had another great Bible Study. We spent roughly an hour considering five scriptures that are connected within the scope of...

Let us explore the concepts of spiritual growth, heavenly citizenship, and the importance of letting go of what weighs us down. (See,...