On Sunday morning we looked at Proverbs 18:21 and spent our time looking at various aspects to wise and unwise speech. - Sermon from 1/23/2022

On Saturday afternoon we looked at Proverbs 12:10 and explored a theology of the animal together. We dove into a big picture outlook of various passages that teach a respect of the animal. While the bible does not outright condemn eating meat, much of how we can go about this in our modern world would be considered foolish, in the biblical sense of the term. We also explored two major Christian arguments one could make for the case of vegetarianism. - Sermon from 1/16/2022

This past Sunday we looked at Proverbs 1:1-7, which helped to kickstart our new series on Proverbs. Solomon wrote (most of) this ancient book, which helps to guide us in the ways of wisdom. Proverbs require nuance in their understanding and ultimately are Pro Verbs (positive ways of living in the world). At 31 chapters, one can read a chapter a day and be done in a month - so if you have never explored this great book, now would be a great time! - Sermon from 1/9/2022

This past Sunday we looked at Luke 10:25-37, which is the infamous story of the Good Samaritan. The original story is one meant to shock, as the Samaritan would have been the hated enemy and the least likely to have thought to help. This parable calls us to a deep faith and as shared, it represents a good frame of reference as we begin 2022 - what does our place in our neighborhood loo like? This is the question I hope frames our discussion as we move forward this year. - Sermon from 1/2/2022

This past Sunday we looked at Isaiah 40:1-11, which was referenced in Matthew's Gospel as being fulfilled in John the Baptist. Isaiah announced restoration was coming for Israel and John's message was similar. We spent our time discussing our hope for the new year, despite the difficult times we find ourselves in. - Sermon from 12/26/2021

This past Sunday we looked at the fourth prophet Matthew mentions in his birth story of Jesus - this one being from Jeremiah 31:15-22. We focused in on the idea that while Christmas is seen as a jolly holiday, for many, this is a time of year that brings up various laments (along with the stress that's potentially common to us all). - Sermon from 12/19/2021

This past Sunday we looked at the third prophet Matthew mentions in his birth story of Jesus - this one being from Hosea 11:1-11. We spent our time examining Matthew's use of symbolism with Jesus - that he was the New Israel. But unlike the first Son of God, he did not fail in his desert wanderings, which set the stage for further good things. - Sermon from 12/12/2021

This past Sunday we looked at the second prophet Matthew mentions in his birth story of Jesus - this one being from Micah 5:1-6. We examined how this was understood as both something for the original audience and a future audience, culminating in the arrival of Jesus from the tiny town of Bethlehem. - Sermon from 12/5/2021

This past Sunday we began our Advent series, in which we'll be looking at the 4 prophetical texts mentioned in Matthew's birth story. The first prophetical text mentioned is Isaiah 7:1-17 - we dove into the controversy behind the reference to the woman Isaiah referenced and compared the first Immanuel with the second/new Immanuel. - Sermon from 11/28/2021

This past Sunday we heard some reflections on Proverbs 12:14 and the idea of being thankful. Myself and 3 others shared on what we have been thankful for over this past year. I was incredibly moved during this time and love seeing when folks are able to share about God's working in their lives in powerful and tangible ways. - Sermon from 11/21/2021