The first message in our Advent series: “Shadows of One to Come,” examines the first “shadow”: of the coming of Jesus. We’ll consider the prophecy of the advent of Christ made all the way back in the garden of Eden.

Are we living in light of the return of Jesus? Do our conversations, calendar, and checkbook reveal our engagement in His Interests? Is there evidence of service, generosity, and evangelism in out lives?

The parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector is one of the clearest presentations in Scripture of the dangers of self-righteousness and the need for humility before God. This message explores why the parable is so important, and how it can help...

This sobering parable presents the only depiction in Scripture of a person’s thoughts and emotions when in hell. This message explores why Jesus taught the parable and what we should learn from it.

Jesus never hesitated to challenge religious hypocrites, and He does that by his parables in Luke chapter 14. This message explores Jesus’ parables with their emphasis on things God really values.

During the last week of His life on earth, Jesus told several parables. The parable of the ten virgins is one of these, and it includes both a call and a warning. This message explores how the parable can guide us to live wisely today.

Scripture teaches us that followers of Jesus should stay ready for his return. In this message, we discover more about staying ready – why and how – through parables on Kingdom Readiness.

During the last week of his life on earth, Jesus taught the parable of the tenants. In one short parable, he reveals eternal truths about who he is and who will or will not participate in his kingdom. This message explores the truths of the parable.

Forgiveness is hard. It isn't something that comes instinctively to us. When we are wronged, we want to settle the score. Through this parable, Jesus helps us understand how we can truly forgive from the heart.

Why did Jesus warn so often about a final judgment? How does He call us to respond in light of His warnings? This message explores Jesus’ teaching about the inestimable value of the kingdom of heaven and the urgent need to be part of it.