Being a witness is a simple concept that often becomes complicated in a Christian context. This week we look at our calling to be a witness for Christ and what a significant theme it plays throughout scripture.  

Acts 1:8 // February 2020 // Jake Thomen

Like a plant turning towards the sun, God makes us flourish when we turn away from our sinful lives and towards him. This week we look at the beautiful image of flourishing described by the prophet Hosea.  

Hosea 14 // February 2020 // Jake Thomen

Planting, watering and harvesting are all part of the process that helps a plant to flourish, but the growth itself is miraculous. This week we look at how God uses us to help his church flourish.  

1 Corinthians 3:7 // January 2020 // Jake Thomen

In one of the most beautiful passages in the Old Testament, Ezekiel tells of this miraculous river that flows towards the Dead Sea. This week we look at this image in light of our own faith and consider how God is miraculously deepening our own faith.  

Ezekiel 47:1–12 // January 2020 // Jake Thomen

When a vine is flourishing it bears healthy fruit. This week we look at Jesus’ statement, "I am the vine; you are the branches" and consider the fruit that is produced in us and our church.  

John 15:1-8 // January 2020 // Jake Thomen

This week remember 2019 and look ahead towards the year to come. As a new decade is upon us, we focus on our vision and the calling that the Lord has for the Vessel in 2020.  

Psalm 92:12-15 // January 2020 // Jake Thomen

At the heart of Christmas is joy. All of the traditions, celebrations and gatherings are to remind us of the joy that we have in Christ Jesus.  

Luke 1:44 // December 2019 // Jake Thomen

If the Christmas season was to be summed up in one word, that word might be anticipation. For advent this week we focus on the anticipation of the birth of the Messiah.  

Luke 2:22-38; Isaiah 40:5 // December 2019 // Jake Thomen

Our four weeks of Advent starts with the theme of repentance. Why kick off the holiday season on such a downer? Listen and find out! (Hint: What are two ways Jesus is different from Santa?)  

2 Chronicles 7:14 // December 2019 // Joseph Ho