Celebrations create communities. John 1:9-18.

Jesus regularly worked within the common authority structures. John 1:1-28. John 5:31-39.

John introduces Jesus as “the Word” and we discuss the implications of that title. John 1:1-5. Genesis 1:1-3. 2 Corinthians 5:17.

The church is meant to be full of people who can serve as examples to each other and to the watching world. Philippians 4:2-9. 1 Corinthians 10:31-11:2.

Loving God should benefit those around you. 1 Samuel 24:8-22. Matthew 22:37-40.

True joy is found when we are at peace with God and others. Nehemiah 8:1-12. Philippians 4:4-5. Luke 2:10-11.

Godly hope is expectation based on God’s experience. Luke 1.

We study Zechariah 8 and discuss God’s complex shalom.

God is attracted to gratitude, but distanced by grumbling. Numbers 14:1-4. 1 Corinthians 8:3.

Talking to someone gives you the opportunity to study their face. Exodus 33:7-11.