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Wade Allen
Peter asks Jesus an honest question. He wants to know how far forgiveness can go. How many times do we forgive? Jesus answers his question with a story, a parable. In Matthew 18:21-35, we are challenged with the parable of the unforgiving...
The season of Epiphany ends with the story of the Transfiguration. In this story Jesus turns toward the Cross. On this dynamic occasion, Jesus takes Peter, James and John with him to the top of mountain. There they experience an impressiv...
As we survey the feeding of the five thousand, we are reminded of how Jesus calls us to join Him. We, like the disciples, do not have what it takes to fulfill God’s mission in our world. Yet Jesus will empower our small offerings to compl...
Jesus often teaches his followers through parables. In Matthew 13:24-43, Jesus describes the Kingdom of God as weeds growing beside wheat, a mustard seed becoming a large tree and yeast working its way through dough. As we reflect on thes...
As Jesus instructs his followers in Kingdom living, he uses a dramatic illustration. We are walking around attempting to remove specks from the eyes of others while a plank protrudes from our own eye. In turn, we should treat others the w...
Jesus instructs us to be careful where we place our stockpiles, our treasures. He instructs us to build them in eternal places. As we do so, our hearts will gravitate toward those places.
As we gather to discuss a new venture for our congregation, we discuss Jesus’ admonition to allow our lives, our stories to impact the world around us. The story team will be sharing a plan to publish the spiritual stories of the congrega...
The first event in the ministry of Jesus takes place in the wilderness. John the Baptist, in Elijah-like style, calls out to those seeking God’s movement in the world. He tells them to be ready. God is on the move once again and is bringi...
The song Twelve Days of Christmas remind us that Christmas does not happen on one day. In fact, it actually begins on Christmas Day and goes through the evening of January 5. January 6 is the celebration of Epiphany. This celebration mark...
Troy Hershman will be sharing about the visit from the shepherds in Luke 2. We will be gathered in a combined service at 10:45 AM on this date.
On this Sunday before Christmas, we consider the tremendous faith of Joseph. While the news of Mary’s pregnancy must have been devastating, the angel reveals to Joseph the life and mission of Jesus. Joseph responds in faith by naming Jesu...
On this third Sunday of Advent, we continue to anticipate God showing up. We read from Isaiah 42 and consider how Jesus fulfills these ancient words. As God promised through Isaiah, Jesus’ work of one of rescue, restoration that will make...
The season of Advent is a time of waiting, trusting, depending on God to act and move. In the story of Esther, God calls a young queen to risk it all. Her cousin Mordecai prods her to step out in faith in order to save her people. In the ...
Habakkuk is a little known jewel in the Old Testament. At a time when it seems that evil is winning, Habakkuk questions God. In turn, God responds to Habakkuk’s doubts by revealing an unlikely plan to use evil in the world to accomplish g...
The words of Jeremiah in the Temple challenge modern readers to examine their understanding of the church. Many attend church to enhance their lives or to seek blessing from God. Instead, God desires for his people to submit their lives t...
As we come to Harvest Sunday, we express our gratitude for all that God has given to us. Our provision aids our trust in God. Yet when circumstances overwhelm us, it is often hard to trust God. In this week’s story, we consider Hezekiah’s...
The story of God has many facets. A key component in God’s story is the prophetic message. Throughout the story, prophets come and go. But their consistent message of a coming Messiah and God’s provision for His people encourage Israel th...
The story of Naaman is one of difficult circumstances used for the ultimate glory of God. God reveals himself to Naaman in the midst of faithless and faith-filled people. In the end, God is glorified though those who act in faith. In our ...
King Solomon quickly discovers the complexity of leading the people of God. In 1 Kings 3:4-15, Solomon encounters God in a dream or night vision. He is asked an important question; his answer will greatly impact his life and his rule. As ...
King Solomon quickly discovers the complexity of leading the people of God. In 1 Kings 3:4-15, Solomon encounters God in a dream or night vision. He is asked an important question; his answer will greatly impact his life and his rule. As ...