December 2020
The Redemption of Scrooge: Hope from Fear
This Advent we are examining the idea of redemption in a series called “The Redemption of Scrooge.” Today we see just how important Nephew Fred is in Scrooge’s transformation. We also explore how God can transform fear into hope. We will use Matthew 2:13-15 as an example of this of this transformation.
The Redemption of Scrooge: Ghosts of our Past
This week, we continue our examination of the Redemption of Scrooge. Scrooge’s time with the Ghost of Christmas Past is memorable. But what does it mean? We talk about the idea that our past does not define us. In the eyes of God, our past can be wiped clean. We read John 4 to help […]
November 2020
The Redemption of Scrooge: Bah Humbug!
This Advent we are examining the idea of redemption in a series called “The Redemption of Scrooge.” Today we look at the notion that we are all children of God, all equally worthy of God’s love and grace. We will use Luke 16:19-31 to help us
Commentary for A Flintstones Christmas Carol
Here is our commentary for “A Flintstones Christmas Carol.” This commentary is part of our Sermon series “The Redemption of Scrooge.” Look for the corresponding sermons here on this page.
Answering Your Questions: “Science and Faith”
This week, we finish up our series examining some of your biggest questions by talking about science and faith. How do they relate? How are they different? We will look to the book of Jonah and Psalm 16:7 for some help.
Answering Your Questions: “Created in Love to have a Thanksgiving Nap”
We continue our series answering the questions you submitted to us. This week is a double header, as we talk about two questions: “What happens when we die—do you go to Jesus directly or do we wait until the second coming?” and “Why did God think to make the universe?” We will look at several […]
Answering Your Questions: “These are the Days of Our Lives”
We kick off a series answering your questions! This week’s question is: “Is my time on earth preset—can anything I do lengthen or shorted that time?” We examine a few passages including: Psalm 139:15-16, Job 14:1-6, and Isaiah 38:5.
October 2020
“’Mask of the Red Death’ and Our Pride”
For the spookiest Sunday of the year, we look at Edgar Allan Poe’s short story “Mask of the Red Death.” We examine what this story reflects about our own pride. Then we compared it to what the Bible says about our pride in I Thessalonians 5:1-8.
September 2020
Faith at Home — “Doing more and Talking more…”
We continue our series on spiritually vibrant households by looking at the importance of spiritual disciplines and spiritual conversations. We start by seeing what God says about them (Deut. 6:4-9). Then, we look at some benefits of households who engage in these activities. Finally, we close with practical ways to boost your household’s engagement.
‘P’summer of Psalms—Psalm 150: Praise God for the Journey
We concluded our summer adventure though the Psalms by examining the book’s final chapter: Psalm 150. In it, we find a call to praise. Urging us to continually praise God, for not only is God the God of the cosmic and massive. But God is also the God over the small moments in each of […]
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