We start a new sermon series this week, beginning with "Both/And" from Matthew 13:44-46. Jesus is talking with his disciples in private and describes to them the Kingdom of Heaven—the fullness of God's redeeming and saving activity in Christ for this world. Both in the present age and in the age to come.

This Sunday we will explore the differences between two short stories and how each of these stories relate to Mic Biesboer's own conversion and faith journey. There have been seasons where he has been vulnerable, down, and desperate, and there have been other times where he has sought and pursued God in his life. Each of these seasons he has experienced the great prize, the Kingdom of Heaven. Both examples are relevant and true for most people.