Mars Hill

Before studying the book of Ephesians, we take a look at a short encounter between the apostle Paul and a group of disciples. What might this encounter teach us in the way of preparing our hearts, individually and collectively, before engaging Paul's letter to the Ephesian church? How might we examine what or who our lives really proclaim?

Acts 19:1-7

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?

A central encouragement surrounding the resurrection of Jesus is "Do not be afraid." This is a sentiment echoed throughout the history of God's people that comes into clearer view when Jesus is raised from the dead.

Matthew 28:1-10 and Jeremiah 31:1-6 

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

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

Palm Sunday reminds us that a healthy pursuit of God will always include both joy and repentance. Crying out "Hosanna" involves taking an up-close look at our own community and asking how we need to be saved [again, still]. 

Matthew 21:6-11

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?

Bringing dead and dry bones to life and calling his beloved out from the grave—the character and furious love of God is on full display. God's unstoppable, barrier-breaking love is for you! We look at how to receive this great gift, step into participation with God's mission and to rest and know God's goodness.

Ezekiel 37 and John 11

Ezekiel 37:1-14

Ephesians 5: 8-13

How do we make our way through darkness? In this lectionary teaching, we'll examine invitations from three different examples of situational darkness to explore how we might live as light in the Lord Christ this Lent.

The four Scripture passages suggested by the Revised Common Lectionary help to illuminate a common human experience: thirst. We are especially invited to investigate this universal need - at a physical and spiritual level - during the season of Lent, trusting in the God who pours love into ours hearts by the Holy Spirit. 

Romans 5:1-5

What do we think it takes to live a successful life? During this second week of Lent, we'll examine the role of faith contrasted to the law. The invitation is before us: Like Abraham, will we go and believe? 

Romans 4:1-4

Lent invites us to pause and see where we need help - where all is not right in and around us. There is freedom in realizing our need and inability to fix ourselves. Highlighting the work of Jesus - we are invited into a simple process towards hope and healing this Lent. 

Psalm 32:3-7 + Romans 5:17-19