A sermon in the God's Great Pursuit cycle, the In A Perfect World series, about Jeremiah's purchase of land in the midst of the siege of Jerusalem, and how it shows us how to live into God's promised future, and persevere through hard times.

Intergenerational Consequences (2 Samuel 13-15). Sibling warfare. Deadly pragmatism. Run for your life.

November 11th David's Rise to Power (2 Samuel 2 - 5) : Intrigue, civil war and anointing as “Shepherd King” of the United Tribes of Israel. Imperfect means to desirable ends. David's strategic genius turns Jebus into “The City of David.” (Jerusalem)

October 14th David's Anointing and Early Exploits (1 Samuel 16-18). David's anointing and loyal service to Saul. “The bigger they are…” Why 5 stones?

Casualty of Success (2 Samuel 11 & 12; Psalms 32 & 51) Errors of omission and commission while living “above” the law. Desperate denial (Psalm 32). True confession (Psalm 51)

Revolution and Counterrevolution (2 Samuel 16 -20). Taking sides. Problems with advisors. Making a “comeback”

A sermon in the God's Great Pursuit Cycle, the In A Perfect World series, about Isaiah, and the way a prophet calls us away from religiosity into passionate, genuine relationship with Jesus.

A sermon in the God's Great Pursuit Cycle, the In A Perfect World series, about Isaiah, and the way a prophet calls us away from religiosity into passionate, genuine relationship with Jesus.

A sermon in the God's Great Pursuit Cycle, the In A Perfect World series, about Isaiah, and the way a prophet calls us away from religiosity into passionate, genuine relationship with Jesus.

A sermon in the God's Great Pursuit Cycle, the In A Perfect World series, about Isaiah, and the way a prophet calls us away from religiosity into passionate, genuine relationship with Jesus.