The Rev. Bryan Lilly preaches a sermon on Ephesians 1 (in which Paul reminds the church where to find its hope) and Luke 24 (in which Jesus ascends into Heaven). We sinners set our hope on things that necessarily let us down. Only Jesus is God and only Jesus can fulfill our hope.
The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on John 5, in which Jesus heals a sick man at the pool of Beth-zatha. Jesus comes right down into this world of suffering and offers himself to sinners, and resurrection to new life.
Dr. Nicholson continues his class on the Wisdom literature of the Old Testament by wrapping up his series on Job. In this session, God finally answers Job, Job repents, and then is finally restored.
The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on Acts 11, in which God declares all foods clean. It was never these acts of obedience that allowed people to get close to God...it was always the sacrificial intervention of God himself.
Dr. Michael Nicholson continues his class on the Wisdom Literature by looking further into the book of Job. In this session, he looks at a wisdom interlude, Job’s final complaint, and the speeches of the youngster Elihu.
The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on Revelation 7 (a great heavenly worship service) and John 10 (in which Jesus proclaims himself a good shepherd). In light of Jesus' Good News, we have nothing to fear...not even death.
Dr. Michael Nicholson continues his class on the Wisdom Literature by delving into the main sections of the book of Job. In this session, he considers the three cycles of Job receiving counsel from his friends and then making his replies.
The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on John 21, in which Jesus asks Peter three times if he loves him. Jesus is a redeemer, fixing the broken thing: our sin-caused separation from God.
Dr. Michael Nicholson continues his class on the book of Job by considering the first three chapters, including God’s decision to allow the Satan to oppress Job and Job’s first lament.
The Rev. Todd Weedman preaches a sermon on John 20, in which the risen Jesus appears to Thomas. Christ has brought peace that soothes our fears, confronts our doubts, and that ends our vain striving.
