Marriage is not just a beautiful earthly blessing; it is the ultimate hope of the cosmos. Listen in today as we learn about God's transformative hope for the world through the metaphor of marriage.
Marriage: Intimacy (Song of Songs 2:8-17)
The Christian view of sex is perhaps the most scrutinized and targeted doctrine today. Why? What is it about sex and intimacy that garners so many opinions? Listen in today as we learn about God's design for intimacy for us, and not just physically.
Marriage: Rhythms (Ephesians 5:22-33)
Marriage, like any good dance or music or sport, is about establishing healthy rhythms. What are those for marriage and for relationships in the church? Listen in today and discover the "profound mystery" of marriage.
Marriage: Forgiveness (Matthew 18:21-35)
Forgiveness is the heart of the Christian gospel. When it comes to marriage and the church, it then is so important. Listen in today as we learn about the power of forgiveness.
Marriage: Communication (Ephesians 4:25-5:2)
Communication is often the hardest part about marriage. How do couples find healthy ways to speak and listen to one another? But it's not just married couples; it's all people, and churches too. Listen in today as we learn from the Scriptures about how Jesus shows us the way.
Marriage: Covenant (Genesis 2:18-25)
What is biblical marriage? And who is for? Listen in today as we begin a 6-week journey into understanding the power of biblical marriage, as not just for married couples, but as God's greatest gift for the whole church.
Missional Friendship (Luke 10:1-12)
Christian friendship finds its deepest meaning in shared mission for God's purposes. Listen in today to learn more about Jesus's heart for sending people out and how that prepares us to receive the greatest relationships in life.
Inter-Generational Friendship (2 Timothy 1:3-7; Psalm 78:1-8)
The beauty of the local church is that it is not held captive by one generation. Listen in today as we learn about the opportunities for true, inter-generational friendship and learn specifically about the friendship between Paul and Timothy in the New Testament.
Honest Friendship (2 Sam. 12:1-15; Galatians 2:11-21)
There are many good things that make up a real friendship, but none more important than honesty. Listen in today to learn the power of honesty and truth, as seen through two stories in the Scripture.
Cross-Cultural Friendship (Ruth 1:14-18; Colossians 3:11)
What kind of relationships can legitimately change the world? Listen in today to learn about Ruth and Naomi's friendship and what it teaches us about how our differences can bring about our greatest hope.
Divine Friendship (John 15:12-17)
Friendship is one of God's greatest gifts to the whole world. There is nothing like a close friendship. But where does friendship come from? Who is the greatest, first friend? Listen in today as we learn together about God's initiative to create and pursue us as humans as true friends.
An Honest New Year (Matthew 13:1-23)
As we begin a new year, honesty is important. Especially with regards to our heart. This is what the famous parable in Matthew 13 invites us into. It does not invite us to become something different or to try harder. Rather, it simply invites us to honest reflection and then to honest openness to the Word of God for us.
Why We'll Be There (John 14; Revelation 21-22)
It is easy to walk through our lives and only see the troubles and challenges. But today we dare to dream of what the New Creation will be. Listen in today as we learn the real reason for why we'll be at all.
What We'll Do (Isaiah 65:17-25)
What is the role of work in our lives today? And how will that carry over into a beautiful eternity in the New Creation? Listen in today as we learn about the glorious purpose of work and how it is far better than most of us assume.
Who We'll Be (2 Corinthians 5:17)
Advent is not just about looking back at Jesus' birth. It's also (more so) about looking forward to his second coming. Listen in today as we learn how to wait for the fulfillment of who we will be forever.
Hope for Tomorrow (Revelation 21-22)
What is your brightest hope for tomorrow? As we come to the end of the book of Revelation and the final sermon in our fall series, we finally discover our ultimate joy. Listen in and be filled with everlasting hope for forever.
Hope for Today (Revelation 20)
Hope is not just for tomorrow… it’s for today too. What does hope in Christ do for us today, while we’re living and breathing? Listen in today for hope for your life.
Your King (Revelation 19:11-21)
Who is Jesus? We know Jesus for many things, but how do you feel about Jesus being our Conquering King? Listen in today to get the fullest picture of the dynamism of Jesus Christ, our King.
Hallelujah! (Revelation 19:1-10)
What does hallelujah mean and why does it burst out in an overflow in Revelation 19? Listen in to hear why.
Hope for Judgment (Revelation 15-18)
Is Judgment Day real? Will all of us have to give account for our lives? Listen in today to hear a series of "yes or no" thoughts about how our lives can be lived and how it impacts our eternity.