Teacher: Josh Wilson 

Text: Genesis 27:19–33 NIV 

What if we took each moment of anxiety as a prompt for prayer? Pastor Josh reflects on the story of Jacob in Genesis 27 to explore our own human temptation to act out of manipulation or deceit when under stress. Like Jacob, we too often try to rely on ourselves rather than putting our trust in God; we tend to “power up” or “shut down” in the face of anxiety. Instead, Josh invites us to follow Jesus’ example and entrust our worries to God.

Teacher: Josh Wilson

Text: 1 Corinthians 16:1-10 Pastor Josh wraps up our series in 1 Corinthians with a reflection on mutuality and interdependence in Christian community. He highlights how self-sufficiency can undermine true community and invites us instead to practice solidarity, care, and generosity as tangible ways to live out the values of God's kingdom. 

Teacher: Josh Wilson 

Text: 1 Corinthians 14:26-33 

The church at Corinth created chaos in worship by focusing on the self-expression of their spiritual gifts over building up the body of Christ. In this sermon, Pastor Josh invites us to reflect on how we use our own gifts—to seek personal validation or to contribute to the common good of our community? He calls for a balance between under-functioning and over-functioning, urging us to humbly steward our gifts to foster peace and unity. 

Teacher: Mandi Paszek 

Text: 1 Corinthians 13:1-8a 

Mandi Paszek explores the biblical definition of love and its central role in Christian community as written by Paul in 1 Corinthians 13. She contrasts our culture’s many varying definitions of love with Paul’s timeless teaching that true love is patient, kind, and rooted in God’s character. She invites us to embody this active, self-giving love in our relationships while acknowledging the resilience it takes to keep learning to love as Christ loves us.

Teacher: Josh Wilson 

Text: 1 Corinthians 12:7–12 

Pastor Josh reflects on 1 Cor. 12 to emphasize how valuable each person’s unique spiritual gifts are in building up the church. He challenges us to avoid both arrogance and insecurity regarding our gifts, reminding us that our abilities come from God and are meant for the common good. He encourages us to step off the sidelines and contribute in our own way, affirming that when each member plays their part, the church flourishes as one unified body.

Teacher: Josh Wilson 

Text: 1 Corinthians 11:17-22 

Pastor Josh reflects on Paul’s exhortation to the Corinthian Church to stop excluding others during communion, and invites us to consider how we might foster radical inclusion in our community today. He emphasizes that true community in Christ is not just about finding friends we “vibe” with but about making space for everyone, especially those who are marginalized.

Teacher: Josh Wilson 

Text: 1 Corinthians 6:1-8 

Pastor Josh explores Paul’s exhortations against exploitation in 1 Corinthians 5 and 6, focusing on how selfishness and the pursuit of personal gain can damage relationships. Josh challenges us to reflect on how we might be taking advantage of others in our own lives, and urges us to use our freedom not for self-interest but to honor both God and the community.

Text: 1 Corinthians 1-3 

Teacher: Josh Wilson 

Pastor Josh launches a new series, "Practices of Belonging," exploring how our actions can build or break community. Pointing to the divisions in the Corinthian church, Josh highlights the danger of holding our personal views and values with a pride that threatens community. Instead, Josh invites us to deepen our attachment to Christ and allow Him to be the center around which a diverse and deep community can flourish.

Text: Psalm 37:1-6 

Teacher: Josh Wilson 

Psalm 37 teaches that we can trust in God’s wisdom even when his commands seem counterintuitive or difficult. Pastor Josh explains how our default response to rules is usually negative, viewing them as only restrictive and cumbersome. But God's law is the gift of a good and loving Father who cares for his children and is committed to our flourishing. 

Teacher: Josh Wilson 

Text: Psalm 51 

Like David, we all have moments of failure that we instinctively want to conceal and hide, but Psalm 51 shows us that true healing and forgiveness begin when we bring our sins into the light. In this sermon, Pastor Josh invites us to trust in God's unfailing love and mercy, which are always available when we turn to Him in confession and repentance. A reflective and embodied practice of confession begins at minute 24.