Rev. Julian Zugg examines the Lord's words to Israel as they are going into exile; highlighting the encouragement found in Isaiah 40 for both the people of Israel and for us.

The central conflict comes to its peak as Esther is presented with a difficult decision. This passage invites us to consider how God has prepared and positioned us for the work of His Kingdom; asking when decision time comes where will our loyalty lie.

Why does it seem that there are some whose hatred of God’s people is off the charts? Today’s passage offers us an opportunity to consider the very real presence of worldly animosity towards believers. Join us as we explore the origins of this, and consider how we out to live in light of it.

In today’s passage we see the key players in this drama introduced and positioned for God’s purposes. Though it may take years for the reasoning for our placement in our circumstances to be made clear, this passage calls us to remain patient and faithful where we are and to trust God’s sovereign leadership in history. Join us!

Is God’s work among us to protect and bless his people contingent upon the faithfulness of his people? What about when God, and concerns about God, seem remarkably absent? And when trouble comes, will we receive an imperfect human agent as the one through whom God brings relief? These are all questions raised by the book of Esther. Join us as we introduce this often misunderstood book!

In today’s passage we learn that God’s character and promises give us the assurance to proceed in the Christian life with great hope. Join us as we discover and marvel at the great grace of our Father!

Building upon all that he has said previously, Paul begins his conclusion by providing helpful instructions on how we are to live in Christian community so as to fuel and encourage each others’ faith and spiritual vitality. Join us as we learn the importance of right relationships, proper disposition, and focused reliance for our spiritual growth!

The second coming of Christ has often been presented in such a way that it is a source of fear for Christians. Far from being afraid, Christians should eagerly await the return of Jesus because our destiny is inextricably linked to that glorious event. Join us as we discover what it means for us to be called children of the day!

In today’s passage we are taught the vital truths of Christ’s return and the the resurrection of the dead. Join us as we discover how these important realities impact our view of life now, as well as our attitude towards death and the hopefulness we possess in the face of it.

Many of us struggle with feeling insignificant, as if what we do - and who we are - is too inconsequential to matter. Join as as we discover the great truth that revolutionizes our understanding of our place in this world!