Do you ever feel like life is a desert? Though we do not seek out tough times, life is often disrupted by them. How can growth and flourishing possibly come from a dry and weary land?

This year is the 500th anniversary of the Reformation. Dr. Mike Wittmer, professor at Grand Rapids Theological Seminary, shares how it happened, what the fuss was all about and why it still matters to us.

 

Another confrontation by the religious leaders. This time Jesus is questioned about marriage and divorce. His answer redirected the listeners of His day beyond a bad question to a better purpose.

Matthew 19:1-12

 

Who should be first? Who should be last? Jesus' challenges what we perceive as fair in this surprising parable.

Matthew 20:1-16

 

Student Pastor Stu Quackenbush teaches on Isaiah 51.

 

Jesus taught His followers about the value of humility and powerlessness. What about when others sin against us? Are we to be a doormat?

Matthew 18:15-35

 

The story of Esther is known for the remarkable courage of the woman that God used to save a nation. But what about some of the other characters? Find out more about the three men that were in her life.

Esther

 

Who is the greatest? An embarrassing question at first glance and yet we all wonder about our value. Jesus’ response to this question surprised those from His day. It may surprise you too.

Matthew 18:1-14

 

A mountaintop conversation. A powerful image of Jesus transformed in all His glory. This teaching has much to offer those who can relate to mountaintop experiences followed by darkest depths.

Matthew 17:1-13

 

Loving the people closest to us is easy (well kind of). But how about our enemies? Steve High and Trevor Hunt take a unique look at the story of the good Samaritan.

Luke 10:25-37