Sunday, August 25, 2013

The Kingdom: Contentment & Generosity - August 25, 2013

"The Kingdom: Contentment & Generosity"
Text: Luke 18:18-30
In Luke 18, Jesus delivers a hard teaching to the Rich Young Ruler.  As we consider the ways in which we related to material possessions, we discover that the posture of the subject in the Kingdom of God is one of contentment and generosity.

Sunday, August 18, 2013

The Kingdom: Like a Child (Part 2) - August 18, 2013

"The Kingdom: Like a Child" (Part 2)
Text: Matthew 18:1-6
Pastor Jon continues to explore the relationship between children and the Kingdom of God.  This week, we consider what it means to have a childlike faith, trusting God, and receiving God's grace, forgiveness, and unconditional love.

Sunday, August 11, 2013

The Kingdom: Like a Child - August 11, 2013

"The Kingdom: Like a Child" - August 11, 2013
Text: Luke 18:15-17
Following our Vacation Bible School closing program, Pastor Jon highlights the importance of bringing children to Jesus, and of telling the next generation the praiseworthy deeds of the Lord.

Sunday, August 04, 2013

The Kingdom: Wedding Clothes - August 4, 2013

The Kingdom: Wedding Clothes
Text: Matthew 22:1-14
In Matthew 22, Jesus again compares the Kingdom of God to a wedding feast.  As we consider the idea of wedding clothes, we are reminded that it's important to arrive at the feast, "dressed in His righteousness alone."