An examination of the scriptural and historical reasons

why the empty tomb is a foundational aspect of our faith and the basis of our hope for the future.

From Matthew 28:1-7

from Acts 1:20-26. We ask the question "why" as we consider the actions of Judas as described by Peter in the days following Jesus's death burial, and resurrection.

Takeaway phrase for this message - "God is large and in charge", and of course, "He's God, and we're not"!

from Acts 1:15-19. A consideration of the events that led to Jesus' trial, conviction, and crucifixion.

This episode provides a broad overview of Christian denominations in America (beginning with the Plymouth colony through the end of the 20th century)

A broad overview of how we ended up with so many Christian denominations. In this class, we cover the history from early Christianity through the early 1800s. Next week, we will focus on the American denominations since the mid 1800s.

Again, this is a broad overview and is not intended to be a complete explanation of the different denominations. As with all things, extending grace to one another is imprint as we seek to better understand our neighbors and fellow brethren in the body of Christ.