Mars Hill

We all have patterns and cycles of brokenness in our families. In partnering with humanity in Genesis, God is very interested in breaking these generational strongholds and bringing people into greater freedom. This invitation and power is also available to us in and through Jesus Christ.

Genesis 12-29

Questions to consider—

Backward [Roots]: What personal stories, Biblical narratives, or church traditions are being drawn to my mind in this Gathering?

Forward [Journey]: What is a practical next step I can take in my journey of following the way of Jesus?

Inward: [Wholeness]: How might the Holy Spirit be encouraging transformation in me?

Isaiah 6:1-13

One of the primary themes of the Old Testament is that of God inviting humanity to partner in the work of restoring the world. What an amazing reality to be invited into dynamic participation with the God of the universe!  

Genesis 12:1-10

Questions to consider—

Withward [Community]: How is my understanding of and engagement with the church being formed during this Gathering?

Backward [Roots]: What personal stories, Biblical narratives, or church traditions are being drawn to my mind in this Gathering?

Inward: [Wholeness]: How might the Holy Spirit be encouraging transformation in me?

The Holy Spirit is the Spirit of Christ who gives us what we need to stand firm together, and stand fast with the full armor of God. Finally, when we have done all, we can stand still expecting the Spirit to continue the work with and in us. 

Ephesians 6:10-13

Questions to consider—

Withward [Community]: How is my understanding of and engagement with the church being formed during this Gathering?

Upward [Celebration]: Which attributes of God am I noticing and delighting in throughout the Gathering?

 Inward: [Wholeness]: How might the Holy Spirit be encouraging transformation in me?

The christian marriage relationship that Paul is pointing to in Ephesians 5 is something new entirely. It is not Roman patriarchy or the religious matriarchy familiar to that church... but something modeled on the life and work of Christ, mutual surrender. A high challenge and life-giving invitation for all who heed and call while being good news for the world. 

Ephesians 5:1-2

Questions to consider—

Forward [Journey]: What is a practical next step I can take in my journey of following the way of Jesus?

Inward: [Wholeness]: How might the Holy Spirit be encouraging transformation in me?

Many of us approach the "instructions" sections of the Bible with some hesitation. What if the spirit of those sections is not simply moralistic or legalistic? What if these sections provide us with inspiring visions of what is possible through the power of the Holy Spirit? 

Ephesians 4:22-24

Questions to consider—

Upward [Celebration]: Which attributes of God am I noticing and delighting in throughout the Gathering? Inward: [Wholeness]: How might the Holy Spirit be encouraging transformation in me?

Ephesians 4:22-24

Paul has shared a great mystery of togetherness revealed in Christ. But what's the plan to carry that mystery out? We explore what exactly that plan is - and why it's a good one, despite what we may think.

Ephesians 3: 10-12

Questions to consider—

Withward [Community]: How is my understanding of and engagement with the church being formed during this Gathering?

Upward [Celebration]: Which attributes of God am I noticing and delighting in throughout the Gathering?

The spirit of worship that started the book of Ephesians continues into chapter 2 where we find more of the work of Jesus realized. The proximity, peace and presence accomplished and actualized in Christ moves us to deeper gratitude and confidence.

Ephesians 2:14-18

Questions To Consider—
Withward [Community]: How is my understanding of and engagement with the church being formed during this Gathering?

Upward [Celebration]: Which attributes of God am I noticing and delighting in throughout the Gathering?

 Outward [Service]: Who or where might God be calling me to care about more deeply and tangibly?

The radical invitation for us and the Ephesian church is to take hold of our full adoption into the family of God. Through this was are invited into deeper attachment love with God and giving us access to every spiritual blessing, allowing the Church to move forward in greater confidence + humility. 

Ephesians 1, Psalm 1 + 131

Question to ask yourself: How might the Holy Spirit be encouraging transformation in me?