Dr. Mike McCormick

This morning, as we continue our study through the book of Joshua, we discover how the people of Israel set aside 48 cities from among their collective inheritance for the Levites. Since there was no inheritance of land for the Levites, God had commanded Moses to set aside cities in which they would live. God supplies the land, God refreshes their memories, and God gives them rest when the task is complete. Scripture text is Joshua 21:1-45.

Today we continue our study through the book of Joshua. Moses had commanded the people of Israel to designate six cities out of the forty-eight cities of the Levites as "Cities of Refuge." These locations would provide protection for those who had accidentally, or without malice and premeditation, taken the life of another. The correlation between the Old Testament Cities of Refuge and the singular Refuge for sinners is profound. Scripture text is Joshua 20:1-9.

Today we continue our study through the book of Joshua. The remaining seven tribes of the sons of Israel are ready to divide their inheritance in the promised land. Why has it taken so long for God's people to take possession of what was promised? There has been a delay in obedience. Scripture text is Joshua 18:1 - 19:51.

This morning we continue our study verse by verse through the Old Testament book of Joshua. The sons of Joseph, Ephraim and Manasseh, are now about to receive their inheritance in the promised land. Once again, however, there is some difficulty with God's people driving out the Canaanites from the land that is rightfully theirs. What crucial ingredient is missing from this equation? Scripture text is Joshua 16:1-17:18.

Today we continue our study verse by verse through the book of Joshua. The tribe of Judah is receiving their inheritance within the promised land on the west side of the Jordan. Caleb continues his obedience in service to the Lord as he drives out the remaining sons of the Anakim in Hebron. But the story ends on a negative note as the Jebusites remain in Jerusalem despite the presence of the sons of the tribe of Judah. Scripture text is Joshua 15:1-63.

This morning we continue our study verse by verse through the book of Joshua. God's people are preparing to occupy the land of their inheritance. In the meantime, Caleb is ready to receive the long-awaited promise of God. He has labored forty-five years with patient faithfulness and now he will be rewarded. Scripture text is Joshua 14:1-15.

This morning we resume our study verse by verse through the Old Testament book of Joshua. Much of the action of war and battle is complete, but there is still much land to be occupied by God's people. Chapter 13 is a picture of God's faithfulness to always do His part of the work. It is also a lesson for God's people to worry more about what God has told them to do and less about what God has promised to do. God can be trusted. We must be obedient. Scripture text is Joshua 13:1-33.

Following a Christmas Cantata presented by the worship choir, Pastor Mike brings a brief message from the book of Hebrews. Joy is so important in life, but often it seems so elusive. Discouragement, however, seems easy to come by. The true and solitary source of lasting joy is Jesus Christ. We must fix our eye on Christ alone. Scripture text is Hebrews 12:1-3.

This morning we celebrate the third Sunday of the 2024 Advent season. The theme for today is love, specifically, the love of God. Scripture shows us abundant evidence of the love of God toward His people. One great example of God's love is seen in the life and experience of King David. As David desires to build a house for the God of Israel, he quickly finds out that God has other plans. Scripture text is 2 Samuel 7:1-29.

Today we pause from our study through the book of Joshua to take a closer look at some biblical themes from the season of Advent. The peace of Christ is available to all who would seek His face and enter into a relationship with him by repentance and faith. Scripture text is Genesis 12:1-9.