Collateral Enemy – Esther: When the Time is Right, Part 2
Ethnic hatred and discrimination have plagued humanity for centuries. In these chapters, the Jews are targeted for destruction, and the weight of the matter falls on Esther. Esther 3-4
Behind the Scenes – Esther: When the Time is Right, Part 1
As the first two chapters sets the scene, the events that unfold imply a greater hand is orchestrating the pieces coming into place. At a time when power played to selfish ends, the hand of true power was setting the stage for a showdown. Esther 1&2
Science Has Done Away with God – Crossroads, Part 6
The secularization hypothesis stated that the more educated, more advanced, and more scientific a culture, the more religious belief would wane. Why has science become the enemy of God? Psalm 19:1-6
Religion Hurts Diversity – Crossroads, Part 5
Critics of religion see it as hypocritical, narrow-minded, and bigoted. Because they see religion as a breeding ground for discrimination, they also see it as detrimental to the well-being of society as a whole. Galatians 3:26-29; Acts 2:5-12
We Are Better Off Without Religion – Crossroads, Part 4
The challenge against the value of religion continues to escalate. From secular claims about the harm religion creates, to the high-profile believers who have either damaged the faith or have walked away altogether. James 1:22-27
God is Violent and Cruel – Crossroads, Part 3
To our modern sensibilities, the thought of a bloody and barbaric God is appalling. How do we make any sense from passages that call into question God’s goodness? Deuteronomy 7:1-4
Truth is What I Say It Is – Crossroads, Part 2
Few topics can raise conflict and arguments like the subject of truth. Is truth recognizable or is it simply a matter of what feels right for me? John 8:31-32; 18:37-38
The Bible is Written by Men – Crossroads, Part 1
It is a common rebuttal for arguments claiming the authority of the Bible. Though the rebuttal is partially true, it doesn’t tell the whole story. 2 Timothy 3:10-17; 2 Peter 1:16-21
One Question
As a new year begins there is a time for reflecting but also a time of looking ahead to new challenges and opportunities. In this message, we introduce you to one powerful question that can serve as a filter for every decision you make in this new year – a question that will shape your life for the better. Hebrews 12:25-29
My Christmas Wish – Christmas Eve Service
Christmas has a way of either exposing our inner child or our inner Grinch. regardless, Christmas, when viewed through the lens of God’s love, becomes a season filled with wonder.
My Christmas Wish – Part 4: Love
Gifts are given for many different reasons, but when given in love, it transforms the value of the gift. The greater the love, the greater the value of the gift. John 1:14-18
My Christmas Wish – Part 3: Joy
Few emotions can lift us like joy. It has a way of transforming us to see the world anew and experience it with new eyes and new expectations. Matthew 2:9-11; Luke 2:10