Spark Cast

In a Christian culture where the quality and expectations of your "time spent with God" is often scrutinized, by self or by others, this passage encourages and empowers us to simply "be."

Some passages are difficult to read. They are a mix of things we appreciate, and things we abhor. How do we read these difficult passages with our 21st century eyes? In this talk, Pastor Danielle introduces us to a "redemptive movement hermeneutic," how there are progressive steps forward found in the writings that transform the original hearers, and set the conditions for later readers.

Following up from last week, we dig deeper into what it means to see the "Ten Commandments," as part of a rescue plan, rather than a list of moral dictates. Understanding this principle helps us no longer condemn immorality when violations occur, but lead us to once again tell the story of God's rescue work in our lives.

As we get to what is popularly known as the "Ten Commandments," we are going to first pause and see upon what are these sayings built upon. Rather than a moral code, or conditions for relationship, these sayings are designed to confirm the relationship and intimacy of the people with YHWH.

This teaching's passage is the same passage studied by the 9 church members of The Emanuel A.M.E. Church in Charleston, South Carolina before they were murdered. We stand in solidarity with them, their families, and their congregation, and continue to work diligently to exemplify the Good Earth, that is God's Earth.

Spark advisory board member, father, husband, and entrepreneur shares from his heart the lessons he has learned about what the stories in the Bible mean for him everyday. "Trusting in God is not the same thing as optimism."

Pastor Mark & Stacy share together the beautiful and wonderful power of "hesed," the lovingkindness of God.

Through the book of Hosea, we see that this prophet’s life is not just a lesson, but a picture of a God who is in pursuit of us as a loving parent. And with a quiet roar of love, God is calling us back home.

The Jethro Principle of Exodus 18 is often about delegation, and time management. However, upon closer inspection, juxtaposed to the governing systems of Egypt and Mesopotamia, we see something significant take place regarding the foundations of governance that will set the course for governments in Israel and other nations to come.

The attack of the Amalekites on the Israelites in the desert poses some challenges for the reader. Why would God allow this? Yet, there are other perspectives with which to see this story, and some powerful conclusions we can draw. Joining this week for the teach is our friend, Rabbi Ari Cartun, sharing insights and lessons along the way.