Psalm 103 says God forgives iniquities and heals diseases. Jesus did both of these. But the Psalm also goes on to say that God does this for those who keep His covenant and commandments. In our lesson for today from Luke chapter six, Jesus shows how forgiveness and...
For Christians, any discussion about any topic must begin and end with the Bible, because if God is God we cannot afford to deny him the final word. When it comes to topics upon which the prevailing culture diverges from what God says in the Bible, the temptation for...
Join us as we explore the origins of the world's many languages and diverse people groups. We'll begin by considering how many ways we can say "Good Morning" before diving into the Question of the Day: Why are there so many languages and cultures? Our...
When Jesus, just 40 days after his birth, was brought to the temple in Jerusalem for dedication, his devout parents were simply doing what was required for all first born sons, according to the Law given by God to Moses. However, the events at the temple that day were...
What does it mean when someone wears a cross? What if that person is a Christian, or a non-Christian? Is it ever wrong to wear a cross? There are roughly two answers to this question. First, since the cross serves as a symbolic reminder for Christians that the creator...
The Altar Guild’s work goes beyond just making the church look beautiful—it’s a vital part of making sure everything runs smoothly during our worship services. One of their main tasks is preparing the communion trays with care and reverence. The Guild also takes on...
Introduction: Jesus' preaching excited many and motivated them to believe. But others rejected His preaching and especially His call to repentance and forgiveness. His Custom: Before we get to the main message, we pause for a moment and notice this important...
Have you prayed to God and felt your prayer wasn't answered, or not according to your timeline? In today's reading we see Jesus at a wedding party where the wine has run out—a serious embarrassment for the hosts. Jesus' mother Mary makes a faith-filled...
An idea frequently heard from contemporary Christians is that the Bible is God’s “love letter” to humanity. But is this true? And if it is, why does so much of the Bible not read like a love letter? In this episode Chuck and Aaron discuss the question of the Bible’s...
At the time of Jesus’ appearing, or “epiphany,” the people of Israel were awaiting a hero, a savior— the Messiah. They asked John the Baptist if he might be the one. He assured them he was not, but the Christ was coming, who would baptize with the Holy Spirit and...
