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In the third week of our series "The Minors", our look into the minor prophets - 12 small books of the bible, that pack a big punch. Today we get in the ring with the book of Joel - whose author doesn't pull any punches. He is known for looking ahead at what is coming - the Day of the Lord. But more than anything he issues a no-nonsense call about making God our priority. Listen as Mike brings perspective on the lessons in Joel, and helps us see how to look at this book from the Old Testament in a vital, current lens.

Welcome to the book of Habakkuk. Habakkuk, is one of the twelve minor prophets. He lived close to 3,000 years ago, during the final decade of Israel’s southern kingdom – just before her defeat and exile. It was a time of idolatry, injustice and suffering. It was also a time where Habakkuk saw the rising threat of Babylon. But he didn’t warn the people. Unlike other prophets, Habakkk doesn’t accuse Israel of doing things wrong. Listen as Mike Woodruff dives into Habakkuk, and brings us a biblical view of suffering, as well as how God, truly cares for us.

Over the next few weeks we’re going to dive into a collection of books you’ve probably just skipped over – the minor prophets. They have difficult names – like Habakkuk and Haggai. They are called “minor prophets” – so they sound unimportant, but they can be pretty heavy – a fair bit of gloom and doom, so a lot of people skip them. But that is a mistake, listen as Mike Woodruff dives into these short books of the bible, and brings to light the cultural relevance that transcends time and society. Most of the Minor Prophets were written after Israel turned its back on God, which means… they were written for people who have turned their back on God. And if you have ever turned your back on God – if you have ever messed up and are looking for some advice about the way back – this is a series for you.

It is very natural for all of us to experience spiritual plateaus in our lives.  Spiritual plateaus are times when we lack desire and motivation. They are natural and easy to slip into in our walk with God.  Listen as Aaron Cramer encourages us to consider Philippians 4:8-9 where believers are reminded of 6 helpful waypoints we are to think on.  As we look forward to the new year applying these waypoints will help prevent you from experiencing a spiritual plateau.

Advent is the season in the church year where we prepare ourselves – our hearts, our homes, our lives – for the coming of the Messiah. This series is called “Songs of the Season.” We are looking at some of the great Christmas hymns, unpacking their message. Looking behind the lyrics at the Scripture that inspired the writers. Listen as Mike Woodruff walks us through Joy to the World!

Advent is the season in the church year where we prepare ourselves – our hearts, our homes, our lives – for the coming of the Messiah. This series is called “Songs of the Season.” We are looking at some of the great Christmas hymns, unpacking their message. Looking behind the lyrics at the Scripture that inspired the writers. Listen as Mike Woodruff walks us through the impact of What Child Is This?

Today we look at O Little Town of Bethlehem where Syler Thomas unpacks this very popular song of this season.

Join us on our third week of our Songs of the Season series, looking at the Biblical passages and big ideas that shape some of our more thoughtful Christmas songs. So far we have looked at O Come O Come Emmanuel and It Came Upon a Midnight Clear. Listen as Mike walks us through Hark the Herald Angels Sing, which is based on Luke 2, where we hear about the night that Christ was born.

As we further unpack the Songs of the Season, listen as Anson Hanbury focuses on a popular tune.... It Came Upon a Midnight Clear. In the poem that has become the popular carol, It Came Upon the Midnight Clear, we’re invited to hear the message of peace proclaimed by the angels and, in response, find encouragement and seek peace in our day.