Matthew 22:34-46 – Becoming a good Pharisee. Intro: Last week’s focus was on the last days, considering attack on Israel by Hamas. Answering, Israel’s present and future as a nation. Considering history of God’s chosen, in view of Bible.   [KEY] W/Jews in view, go right to point of our passage: Conversion. Answer: “What does...

Mark 13:14-27 - God's plan for Israel

Intro: "What is Israel's future in the face of Satanic evil?"

This week it seems that all the world has affixed its attention back on the country Israel.

It's always perplexing to...

Mark 13:14-27 – God’s plan for Israel Intro: “What is Israel’s future in the face of Satanic evil?” This week it seems that all the world has affixed its attention back on the country Israel. It’s always perplexing to consider how within the context of broad world dynamics, Israel once again takes center stage. Being...

What’s on the other side? – Matthew 22:23-33

Intro: Every age is fascinated w/heaven.

Every age, every culture, every religion has their version of heaven.

A vague question lingering inside the human psyche.

Wondering what life will be like on...

What’s on the other side? – Matthew 22:23-33 Intro: Every age is fascinated w/heaven. Every age, every culture, every religion has their version of heaven. A vague question lingering inside the human psyche. Wondering what life will be like on the other side.   Culture fights w/death’s inevitable end. Gained ground in terms of self-preservation....

Jesus, Politics, Temptations

Intro: Just begun monthly WITR series: God and Government.

More than for a compelling series, motive to Pastor.

Might be academic or philosophical.

Asking, “How Xians relate to government.”

Aim is to shepherd...

Jesus, Politics, Temptations Intro: Just begun monthly WITR series: God and Government. More than for a compelling series, motive to Pastor. Might be academic or philosophical. Asking, “How Xians relate to government.” Aim is to shepherd, temptations arising from political passions.   “What 3 things, you don’t talk about to avoid family strains?   Pastoring...

Matthew 22:1-14 – Many called, few chosen

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Intro: Starting 15th year at Anchorage Grace Church.

Began when 37 and Judy, 36, came (virtually) sight unseen to Anchorage, AK.

Anchorage is roughly 300,000 people.

Nestled inside of 700,000...