The Rev. Nick Lannon continues his class on Joshua. God commands Joshua to be obedient (1:8-9), after which Joshua officially takes command of the army (1:10-15). Then, the people pledge their faithfulness to their new leader (1:16-18) before Joshua takes his first step as leader: sending two spies in to Jericho (2:1-2).
The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on 1 Corinthians 1, in which Paul discusses divisions in the church and the "foolishness" of the cross. There is Good News for sinners: in Christ Jesus, God raises the dead to new life.
The Rev. Nick Lannon begins his study of the book of Joshua with an introduction to the book as a whole before turning to the first verses of chapter 1, in which God commissions Joshua to take over from Moses, promises to be with him always, and encourages him to "be strong and courageous."
The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on John 1, in which two of John the Baptist's disciples turn and follow Jesus. No matter what or who you're following, you too must turn and follow Christ.
Michael Neal begins his study of the book of Numbers with a look at the structure of the book. Following the plan of the Bible as a whole, Numbers tells its story in three movements: creation, fall, and redemption.
The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on Isaiah 42 (in which the Messiah is announced) and Matthew 3 (in which Jesus is baptized). God stakes his reputation on Jesus, who vindicates his Father's trust by accomplishing the salvation of sinners.
The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on Ephesians 1 (in which Paul outlines the gifts God's adopted children receive), and Matthew 2 (in which wise men visit the baby Jesus). In Christ, God is for you and at work in you.
The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on Isaiah 61 and 62 (in God promises to show the nations his righteousness) and John 1 (in which the apostle proclaims that grace and truth come through Jesus Christ). All of God's good work, both temporal and eternal, is accomplished through Jesus.
On Christmas morning, the Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on Titus 3 and John 1. The world seeks to save itself according to its works; in Jesus, we are saved by God's mercy.
On Christmas Eve, the Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on Isaiah 9 and Luke 2. Christmas is about the savior born to take away your sin.
