Category Archives: Theology

Judge? Good News?

Posted on February 22, 2024 by Jason

A little extra thought here. How is it good news that Jesus is the judge of the living and the dead? It’s actually good news for those who have suffered, those who have experienced oppression. Look at what Simon Peter … Continue reading →

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Knowing Jesus: The Judge of the Living and the Dead

Posted on February 19, 2024 by Jason

Over the last few weeks, we have looked at a lot of important descriptions of Jesus. But you can’t tell the full story of Jesus without including this one: He is the Judge of the Living and the Dead. I … Continue reading →

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Knowing Jesus: Immanuel

Posted on February 13, 2024 by Jason

Some of the most painful times in our lives come about whenever we feel a strong sense of separation. The grief we feel at the death of a loved one is the most extreme separation we experience. But it’s more … Continue reading →

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Knowing Jesus: The Sympathetic High Priest

Posted on February 8, 2024 by Jason

In our Knowing Jesus series so far, we have heard some powerful testimonies from our brothers and sisters about how they’ve come to know Jesus. And over the last few weeks, we have considered several different aspects of Jesus’s identity: … Continue reading →

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Knowing Jesus: The Way, the Truth, and the Life

Posted on February 5, 2024 by Jason

As we continue our Knowing Jesus series this morning, let me ask you to consider this statement: Christianity is an inclusive religion with an exclusive claim. No matter who you are or where you come from, anyone can come to … Continue reading →

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Knowing Jesus: Lord, Part 2

Posted on January 16, 2024 by Jason

Here’s something I’ve noticed: we would rather have a Savior than a Lord. Here’s what I mean by that. Everyone wants a Savior to come along and rescue them. These are sometimes referred to as “foxhole prayers.” You know the … Continue reading →

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Knowing Jesus: Lord, Part 1

Posted on January 15, 2024 by Jason

There are quite a few royal titles given to Jesus in the Scriptures. He is called the King of Kings, the Prince of Peace. There are a lot of royal meanings associated with the word “Messiah,” which comes to us … Continue reading →

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Knowing Jesus: The Story Behind the Name, Part 2

Posted on January 10, 2024 by Jason

The angel of the Lord told Joseph and Mary to name their son after the great Old Testament military leader, Joshua — the one who led the Israelites to the promised land. I think that’s also a big part of … Continue reading →

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Knowing Jesus: The Story Behind the Name, Part 1

Posted on January 8, 2024 by Jason

There’s a story behind every name. I bet there’s a story behind your name. Maybe you’re named after someone or your parents selected that name for you because of it’s meaning. Maybe you took your spouse’s last name on the … Continue reading →

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The Five Love Languages: Quality Time, Part 1

Posted on November 28, 2023 by Jason

If you show me how you spend your time, I can show you what you love. That’s because the way we use our time is an indicator of what we love. It has been said that time is more valuable … Continue reading →

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