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A Heart that Hears – 1 Kings 3:1-15
After Solomon becomes king, his entire approach to worship transforms. He moves from treating God as just one option among many to recognizing Him as a personal, pursuing God. Join us as we explore how this timeless story points us toward Jesus, the true Son of David, and speaks to our own path from ritual to relationship.
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Real Strength Is Obedience - 1 Kings 2:1-12
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We continue our journey in 1 Kings and consider David's final charge to his son, Solomon, the new king. He calls Solomon to a position and posture of strength. In this, we will see his good and right call to walk in the ways of God alongside his other human, kingly wisdom. How will Solomon respond?
Impotence, Pride and Chaos - 1 Kings 1:1-30
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We begin our journey though the book of 1 Kings. This important Old Testament narrative traces the royal lineage of David, beginning with Solomon. There will be highs and plenty of lows. And in this sermon, we see that from the beginning there are major cracks in the armor-specifically the weakness of David and prideful ambition of Solomon's brother Adonijah. Through this we see both the realit...
The Faith of the Magi - And What They Can Teach Us Today
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Did you know the Magi's gifts weren't just precious treasures, but prophetic symbols pointing to Jesus as the true King? Their bold journey from the East shows an authentic faith. While King Herod clutched his earthly crown, these distant travelers recognized and bowed before the ultimate King, showing us the difference between worldly power and divine authority. Listen now as we explore how th...
Our New Identity
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The incarnation of Jesus ultimately offers humanity redemption and adoption. Not only does Jesus redeem us-set us free from our slavery-but he makes it possible for God to adopt us. He welcomes us into his family as sons and daughters. This new identity means we have full access to a royal inheritance.
The Glory of the Incarnation
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We consider why Jesus was perfectly able to rescue and redeem humanity. Born of a woman, born under the Law, Jesus entered into the mess of our world so that we could be truly human again.
The World Jesus Came Into - A Look at Advent Through Galatians
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Advent is a season that often gets overshadowed by the festive celebrations of Christmas. However, it holds a profound significance in the Christian calendar, inviting believers to reflect on the anticipation and hope that precede the arrival of Jesus Christ. Here we take a deeper look at the meaning of Advent through the lens of Paul’s letter to the Galatians. This isn't just a distant histori...
The Narrow Way of Jesus
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We look at Jesus' final warnings to his followers: be careful the path you are following, the voices you are listening to, and ultimately the state of your heart toward God. We consider the importance of these three realities as we conclude our study of this famous teaching from Jesus.
How to Understand Jesus' Command Not to Judge
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Did you know Jesus' command "do not judge" is an often-misunderstood teaching from the Sermon on the Mount? This command still aligns with other New Testament teachings-if we understand the crucial difference between harmful judgment and righteous discernment. Listen now as we examine our own hearts, and build relationships that reflect Christ's love.
Worry Is An Invitation
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Jesus calls his followers to not be overly consumed with their own lives, but instead to value life in the kingdom of God. The prior can be clouded by worry, while the later affords a certain freedom. Is worry a sin? Where does it come from? And how do we shift out of it? In this teaching we aim to answer those questions and others as we look internally at our hearts and consider their condition.
Treasuring and the Heart
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We look at Jesus' teaching on the reality and location of our treasures. Rather than entrusting our treasures to this earth, Jesus calls us to place them in heaven. What does this mean and how do we do it? We will aim to answer those questions and others as we look internally at our hearts and consider their condition.
Practice Your Righteousness
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We continue our look at the Sermon on the Mount by considering Jesus' teaching on how to carry out our spiritual disciplines (Matt 6:1-18). While the Pharisees and religious leaders liked to flaunt their spirituality, Jesus is calling his followers to a heart-based spirituality that seeks God's glory above man.
Love Your Enemy
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How are we supposed to love those who are not so easy to love? We look at Jesus' teaching from Matthew 5 about loving your enemies-a command that challenges everything our culture tells us about relationships and justice. It offers a fresh perspective on handling conflict, rising above division, and experiencing true spiritual transformation in your daily life. Love can help you break cycles of...
The Problem With Retribution
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The Problem With Retribution
The Problem with Infidelity
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The Problem with Infidelity
The Problem With Lust
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The Problem With Lust
The Problem With Anger
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The Problem With Anger
Jesus Fulfills the Law
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Jesus Fulfills the Law
Salt and Light: The Essential Role of Christians in Society
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Salt and Light: The Essential Role of Christians in Society
Have You Heard the Whole Gospel Yet?
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Have You Heard the Whole Gospel Yet?
Be Wise, Build Well: Building a Life on Solid Ground Instead of Shifting Sand
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Be Wise, Build Well: Building a Life on Solid Ground Instead of Shifting Sand
Parable of Workers in the Vineyard: Why God Flips Our Idea of Fairness
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Parable of Workers in the Vineyard: Why God Flips Our Idea of Fairness
What Does It Truly Mean to Forgive?
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What Does It Truly Mean to Forgive?
Parables of the Hidden Treasure and the Pearl of Great Price
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Parables of the Hidden Treasure and the Pearl of Great Price
Parable of the Mustard Seed: How God's Kingdom Is Growing Through You
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Parable of the Mustard Seed: How God's Kingdom Is Growing Through You
The Parable of the Talents - God Is Investing In Us!
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The Parable of the Talents - God Is Investing In Us!
The Persistent Widow - What Can We Learn From Her?
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The Persistent Widow - What Can We Learn From Her?
The Prodigal Son - Understanding Our Place in the Parable
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The Prodigal Son - Understanding Our Place in the Parable
The Parable of the Rich Fool - Why This Story Is Often Misunderstood
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The Parable of the Rich Fool - Why This Story Is Often Misunderstood
The Good Samaritan - Here's the Deeper Meaning
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The Good Samaritan - Here's the Deeper Meaning