If Jesus came to bring peace, then why isn't it here?

Or is it?

Ephesians 2:1-10

Ephesians 1:11-23

The purpose of anything that is created depends upon the purpose of the creator.   That applies to us as well.  Unless we know the purpose of God in creating us, and the plan of God for transforming us, we will never understand our true purpose in life.

Main idea: without a PURPOSE and a PLAN for our time we will waste our lives.

Entertainment. Studies show that the average American spends over 80 hours a week consuming media. Do we have any idea how that affects us? Do we have any idea what we can do about it?

Idolatry is not just an ancient sin; it is a modern problem. Which is why John ends his first letter with a parting warning: "Dear children, keep yourselves from idols". 

Let's explore what this means.

What does God's timeless wisdom tells us about our work life?

What does God's timeless wisdom tell us about music?

One of our biggest needs is reassurance. in 1 John 5:13-20, God gives us just this.