Speaker: Vince Medrano
Barnabas, a Levite from Cyprus, is described as the "Son of Encouragement" by the apostles. His role in the early church is pivotal, particularly in advocating for Pul's acceptance despite Paul's past as a persecutor. Barnabas' example of generosity and forgiveness contrasts with the deception of Ananias and Sapphire; this character of generosity plays a major role in the formation of the Church's care for one another.
Speaker: Lorissa Medrano
Joshua likely was a man who struggled with fear and anxiety. But how was someone who struggled with fear not shrinking back in big, daunting moments?
Speaker: Eric Edquist
Sometimes the gospel compels us to sacrifice a right in order to love others. Join us as we open up the books of Colossians and Philemon to discover a personal challenge that increases our ability to display the love of Jesus.
Speaker: Kevin Dolbee
Abigail: Emotional Maturity in an Ego-Driven World
Speaker: Janae Platt
In 2 Samuel, we peer into the ilife of the warrior Benaiah who chased a lion into a pit on a snowy day and emerged victorious. We all face lions, obstacles and opportunities that seem too big to conquer. His story of bravery sparks a hope to believe God for the victory, even in the impossible and discover the Biblical reminders that prove you and I are lion chasers, just like Benaiah.
Speaker: Vince Medrano
Samson's story mirrors the story of Israel. He lives contrary to the call to be set apart, he takes for himself what catches his eye, he breaks his vows, and he experiences the Lord's ear bent toward him as he calls out from his chains.
Speaker: Vince Medrano
As we look forward to the future as a church, we’ll be considering: our formation in the way of Jesus, our life together, and pursuing being a good presence in our neighborhoods.
Speaker: Lorissa Medrano
The world is grappling with an epidemic of loneliness and the church is uniquely poised to be an answer to the increasing isolation of our communities. What would it look like for followers of Jesus to intentionally build relationships with our literal neighbors, as we live as a faithful presence of Jesus, seeking the good of the city he has planted us in?
Speaker: Jeff Ott
The key to becoming a good neighbor is to begin to learn to see as God sees. Humility trains us to see as God sees and enter in as he invites.
Speaker: Lorissa and Vince Medrano
God is ceaselessly, energetically and purposefully working in our lives for the good.
Speaker: Lorissa and Vince Medrano
From page 1 of the scripture, we see God as a good and generous host. In Him, we partake and participate in a world of abundance.
Speaker: Lorissa and Vince Medrano
From page 1 of the scripture, we see God as a good and generous host. In Him, we partake and participate in a world of abundance.
Speaker: Lorissa and Vince Medrano
God, the giver of good gifts, graces the church with His Spirit. The Spirit gives the church a rich variety of gifts that are for our good and the flourishing of our life together.
Speaker: Lorissa and Vince Medrano
Jesus teaches his disciples to pray and the foundation of our approaching God is our knowing that he is our father.
Speaker: Lorissa and Vince Medrano
God is a good shepherd that knows our names, calls us to rest, leads us through his good examples, and we find security and safety in his presence. It's in him that we discover our cup overflows.
Speaker: Vince Medrano
With the backdrop of human pain, failure and brokenness a word is brought to the disciples that Jesus still calls them disciples and is making a way for them to meet him back at home.
Speaker: Lorissa Medrano
We explore Mark's gospel account, structured around pivotal moments of Jesus' baptism, Transfiguration, and Crucifixion, to reveal Jesus as the long-awaited royal priest. From Jesus' baptismal affirmation to the soldier's unexpected declaration, this sermon invites reflection on the divine design in Mark's narrative and its relevance in our lives. Join us as we witness and share God's glory in the world.
Speaker: Christy Gates
Christy (one of our global partners from Intervarsity) leads the congregation through a method of Bible study as we dive into the Parable of the Tenants.
Speaker: Vince Medrano
It's been observed by many that at this point in Mark's gospel account it has become harder for the disciples to follow Jesus. As we see them shrink back from Jesus we see Jesus moving towards people, calling them to himself and lifting them up.
Speaker: Lorissa Medrano
In Mark's gospel he shares a story of an unusual healing - involving spit and a blind man who regains partial sight but still needs a second touch from Jesus for full healing. Could it be true in our own lives that we need multiple "touches" from Jesus to see him clearly? Will we step into the invitation to trust in the slow work of God in our lives?
