We continue in Revelation this Sunday by looking at one of the most (in)famous chapters in the book, which includes the mention of the “mark of the beast.” This is one of those times that careful biblical interpretation is vital! We dig into these challenging and mysterious images and seek to understand how this portion of Scripture continues to speak to us today.
Read MoreThis Sunday, we’ll look at the great enemy of God and the adversary of all suffering witnesses: the red dragon of Revelation 12, who is Satan. We’ll learn about the ongoing war that all of us are in, and what agency we have to stand against that onslaught of evil.
Read MoreLast week we saw an emphasis on the identity of God’s people, as people from all nations are sealed for God. This week, we’ll see the focus on the vocation of God’s people, which is to be witnesses to Jesus and the gospel during the time of the tribulation.
Read MoreThis week we’ll be looking at Revelation 7 and one of the great themes in this book: “the tribulation.” There is a lot to unpack– much like the rest of Revelation!
Read MoreThis Sunday we begin that part of Revelation where most sermon series on Revelation end! Chapter 6 begins the cycles of judgment, in which we see a telling and re-telling of history through a heavenly lens. We’ll look at the age-old problem of evil, and how we reckon with it in light of Christ’s current reign.
Read MoreThis Sunday, we’ll look at “part 2” of the great throne room scene in Revelation 4 and 5. Some have called Revelation 5 the most important chapter in the Bible. In an astonishing turn, we see that the throne of God is shared with another– the slain Lamb.
Read MoreThis week we’ll look at chapter 4, which in many ways is the heart and turning point of this book (along with chapter 5). We’ll see reality as it is right now, where God is seated on the throne. The chapter is also a stark admonishment against all earthly rulers which claim power and authority, a needed reminder for us in a very contentious election season.
Read MoreLast week we looked at the first of the seven letters that Jesus addressed to the churches of 1st century Asia Minor, and this Sunday we’ll look at the last of the seven. It is arguably the most famous of the seven letters, and also the toughest.
Read MoreThis Sunday we’ll dive into perhaps the most well known portion of the book of Revelation- the letters from Jesus to the seven churches. After introducing the letters overall, we’ll work through the first of the letters to the church of Ephesus.
Read MoreI am really excited to continue preaching through this book, and we’ll tackle the first vision that John had this week in chapter 1.
Read MoreThis week we begin our series on the book of Revelation, titled “The Triumph of the Lamb“
Read MoreOn this Labor Day weekend, we’ll close our series on the Psalms of Ascent by looking at Psalm 127, the Work Song.
Read MoreIn the closing words of Psalm 134, the final Psalm of Ascent, we are reminded of God’s blessings and told to praise him unceasingly. Even in the midst of difficult situations, we can praise the Lord because of the blessing of faith by grace we’ve received from God, a blessing meant to be shared with others as we continue our journey.
Read MoreThis week we look deeply at Psalm 133 and try to understand the meaning of biblical unity, why it’s so important, and how we can take steps to achieve it.
Read MoreThis week, Derek leads us through a study of Psalm 131, a song that reminds us who we are (and who we are not) even as it reminds us who God is.
Read MoreA study of Psalm 130, “the Mercy Song,” which reveals the disciple’s inward pilgrim journey from despair to a call to wait and hope.
Read MoreThis week Esther Choi will lead us through a study of Psalm 128, a song of blessing.
Read MorePsalm 126 boldly asserts that one of the key marks of the pilgrim is joy. Joy is not happiness, but a deep steadiness of soul that remains firm amidst the danger and struggle of the journey.
Read MoreThis week, we look at Psalm 125, a beautiful meditation on the city of Jerusalem, and on Christian security. In the midst of great uncertainty, the Lord surrounds his people!
Read MoreAs we look at Psalm 124 this week, we see a rescuer and savior from destruction.
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