Category Archives: The Story

The Story: A King is Born, Part 1

Posted on September 29, 2013 by Jason

There was quite a buzz this summer over the birth of a baby, a royal baby. Prince George Alexander Louis of Cambridge, born to Prince William and Kate Middleton. Prince George’s parents opted for a more traditional name as opposed … Continue reading →

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Scot McKnight on the Story of Jesus

Posted on September 29, 2013 by Jason

From The King Jesus Gospel by Scot McKnight: We have to become a People of the Story…we need to immerse ourselves even more into the Story of Jesus. The gospel is that the Story of Israel comes to its definitive … Continue reading →

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The Story: The Return Home

Posted on September 20, 2013 by Jason

Do unfinished projects bother you? I have to confess to you that unfinished projects drive me crazy. I tend to be more task-oriented; I love to cross things off the to-do list; so nothing irritates me more than an unfinished … Continue reading →

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The Story: The Kingdom’s Fall

Posted on September 12, 2013 by Jason

The Kingdom’s Fall – Jeremiah 29:1-14  Imagine two cities: The first city is a bustling metropolis, full of frenzied activity. Think New York, London, Rome, L.A.. It’s a city that never sleeps, a city of constant sights and sounds and … Continue reading →

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The Story: Elijah and Elisha

Posted on September 10, 2013 by Jason

In our study of the Story, we’re seeing that God seems really fond of mentoring relationships: Moses / Joshua; Naomi / Ruth; later on, we’ll see Paul / Timothy. Today, we’re going to look at Elijah / Elisha. To tell … Continue reading →

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The Story: The Kingdom Torn In Two

Posted on July 5, 2013 by Jason

1 Kings 12 describes the reign of Rehoboam, who succeeds Solomon on the throne of Israel. But Rehoboam is immediately faced with an important decision: will he lighten the load of service Solomon heaped upon the people? With Jeroboam standing … Continue reading →

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The Story: The King Who Had It All

Posted on July 5, 2013 by Jason

“What do you want?” That can be a dangerous question. But it’s an important question, a question we’re confronted with throughout our lives. From our earliest days, our parents ask us, “What do you want to be when you grow … Continue reading →

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The Story: The Trials of a King

Posted on June 5, 2013 by Jason

2 Samuel 7 has been called one of the high points of the OT. As king over Israel, David builds for himself a majestic palace. But after completing it, he makes a sobering realization: “I’ve built this palace for myself … Continue reading →

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The Story: Giants

Posted on June 4, 2013 by Jason

David and Goliath.  It’s the classic story, firmly etched in our collective consciousness. The Philistine giant and the young shepherd boy. Brute strength vs. bold faith. The Bible presents Goliath as the Philistine champion. Standing over 9 feet tall, this … Continue reading →

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The Story: The Lord Looks At the Heart

Posted on May 23, 2013 by Jason

But the Lord said to Samuel, “Do not consider his appearance or his height, for I have rejected him. The Lord does not look at the things man looks at. Man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks … Continue reading →

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