We know that visiting the doctor on a routine basis is a good thing. For some it gives peace of mind and at times it points out things that are wrong. But maybe we should also be taking time to check our own hearts. To see what is making them tick, to...

What difference does it make in who we are, what we do, and what we reflect? Are we all meant to be so individualistic that there is nothing that connects us to anything or anyone? John’s words remind us that when we are in Christ we are to...

What is lasting in life? So much of what we have or what we are drawn to has a shelf life. It is here today and gone tomorrow. So, what can we trust? What can last beyond the fleeting moment? The answer is Jesus and for that to happen in our lives we...

We exist within the world. The finite world where we can touch things, experience emotions, and understand more and more each day. But is our experience meant to fulfill us? Are those around us meant to satisfy us? What if we are chasing after things...

So often, how we interact and react to people is based upon what’s going on with us. How we respond to a conversation may have more to do with our own struggles than with the other person. So, how are we supposed to respond to people or interact with...

John’s words continue to prove both practical and helpful to us today. As we strive to understand what living the life as a follower of Christ looks like we can often leave it open to interpretation. However, Jesus gave instructions as to what should...

Throughout the Scriptures, God is referred to as many different things - author, creator, sustainer. One of the things He is referenced as is light. But what does that even mean? Light has a very specific purpose, to shine in darkness. The Gospel too...

John’s writing is meant to remind, encourage, and motivate a people to life - life that is found in Christ. What does the gospel change? Is it just eternity or is it impacting our lives, our thoughts, our hearts, our perspective, how we live today?...

God has uniquely made us. Each human has the commonality of being made in God’s image but God has also given us the distinction of uniqueness. Each of us has distinct qualities, talents, personalities, and if we have trusted in Christ we have...

God uniquely puts together local churches within specific contexts and particular times. At State Street Church, we believe that God is continuing to nurture, prompt, and lead us to disciple-making and the maturing of disciples. Our hope and prayer is...