Guest speaker Rev. Jeff Walsh Priorities “Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant in search of fine pearls, who, on finding one pearl of great value, went and sold all that he had and bought it” (Matt. 13:45-46 ESV). In Jesus’ metaphor, the pearl of great price is not the Church (though that […]
Matthew 13:45-46 // Pearl of Great Price Read More »
Some events in history are more memorable than others. Palm Sunday is the annual remembrance of Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem during the Passover week. The Assignment 1 Now when they drew near to Jerusalem and came to Bethphage, to the Mount of Olives, then Jesus sent two disciples, 2 saying to them, “Go into the village
Matthew 21:1-11 // The Humble King Read More »
At the beginning of His earthly ministry Jesus began calling followers, but He didn’t look for the high achievers in religion, education, or popularity. He gathered a ragtag bunch of men who had few qualifications Jesus Calls Matthew 9 As Jesus passed on from there, He saw a man called Matthew sitting at the tax
Matthew 9:9-13 // Jesus Came Not to Call the Righteous, But Sinners Read More »
Guest speaker Rev. Jeff Walsh Introduction We’re taking a brief break from Proverbs this week due to inclement weather and COVID, but Wisdom for the New Year can be found in many parts of the Bible. In Matthew 25, Jesus shared the Parable of the Talents to remind His disciples what really matters in life.
Matthew 25:14-30 // Faithful Stewards Read More »
If you have been rejecting or ignoring Jesus’ teachings or commands, repent today. Devote yourself to listening to and submitting to him.
Matthew 3:13-17 // Behold the Son of God Read More »
Right now with this COVID-19 pandemic, everything is disorienting and stressful. We aren’t having our physical church gatherings, which makes us vulnerable to being pulled away from Christ. On top of that, there are plenty of negative forces within the church – nominal Christianity, apathetic faith, and a general disregard for Jesus and His teaching.
Matthew 1:1-16 // Jesus Christ: Son of David, Son of Abraham Read More »