As we continue our look at the role of scripture in the life of the believer, we acknowledge that sometimes reading the Bible can be hard. Learning to study God's word is a skill that takes both time and commitment. But for those willing to wrestle with questions and meditate on them, the Bible offers innumerable riches. 

As we continue our look at the Bible, we ask the question, is it true? Many people raise questions about the bible's accuracy and history. Can it be trusted? We explore the evidence and ask what it means for the Bible to be active and alive.

We begin a new series looking at the Bible and its place in the life of the believer. In this first message, we take a closer look at Paul's advice to Timothy to continue in what he had learned through the scriptures. We look at how the Bible is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting, and instructing toward righteousness. 

Special message delivered by former pastor Kevin Weaver.

Special message delivered by former pastor Brad Lombardi.

As we wrap up the book of 2 Kings, the story doesn't seem to end well. The final events of this long story of Israel are destruction and exile. Jerusalem falls, and the people of Israel fragment and divide. But there is hope. It is small and perhaps unnoticed by some, but the final word of the book is that this still is unfished. 

As we come to the end of 2 Kings, it's surprising how uneventful the fall of Jerusalem is. In the end, the king simply surrenders to Babylon. Far from a dramatic last stand, the life and identity of Judah just fizzles out. Their sin has stripped them of faith. They can no longer see the story of what God wanted to do through them. So, all is lost. 

Josiah had led remarkable reforms throughout Judah and Israel, but upon his death, his son reverted back to idolatry in just three months. As God had spoken, Josiah would be spared, but judgment was coming for Judah. We take a closer look at God's wrath and his patience. 

Having found the book of the Law, Josiah set out to lead spiritual reforms throughout his kingdom. The list of idols and temples he removed is overwhelming. It was a massive project and a remarkable achievement. But for all his success, scripture summarizes his work with a much similar commendation. Josiah loved the Lord with all his heart, soul, and strength. 

After Hezekiah, Manasseh ruled for fifty-five years. He was one of the most wicked kings of Judah and unleashed decades of idolatry, violence, and human sacrifice. It would be nice if the good kings ruled long and the wicked kings were judged quickly, but 2 Kings reminds us that God is patient and the sun often shines on both the righteous and the unrighteous. God is faithful and patient even when we are not.