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June 14, 2026 – Friends on Mission
John 15:12-17 teaches sacrificial love and friendship, commanding followers to love as Jesus did and redefining their status from servants to friends.
The passage can be broken down into three key themes:
1. The Command to Love (Verses 12 & 17)
2. The Ultimate Sacrifice (Verses 13 & 15)
3. Divine Calling and Purpose (Verses 14 & 16)
May 31, 2026 – You Promised: What God Does Not Promise – Romans 11:33-36
Romans 11:33-36 is a famous doxology where Paul marvels at God’s boundless wisdom, sovereignty, and grace. He concludes that God’s ways are beyond human comprehension, that He owes humanity nothing, and that all of creation exists ultimately to bring Him glory.
Key themes from the passage include:
Incomprehensible Wisdom: God’s knowledge…
May 24, 2026 – You Promised: You Will Receive Power – Acts 2:1-4
Acts 2:1-4 describes the Day of Pentecost, when the Holy Spirit descended upon Jesus’ followers. As they gathered together, a sound like a rushing wind filled the room, and divided tongues of fire rested on each person. They were filled with the Holy Spirit and miraculously began speaking in other languages.
May 17, 2026 – I Will Come Again – John 14:1-6
Jesus comforts his disciples, assuring them he is preparing a place for them in his Father’s house and will return to take them there. He declares himself the way, the truth, and the life, emphasizing that no one comes to the Father except through him.
John 14:1-6
Jesus the Way to the Father
14 “Do not let your hearts be troubled.
May 10, 2026 – You Promised: You Will Find Rest – Matthew 11:28-30
Jesus promises His disciples rest in Matthew 11:28–30. This Sunday we will continue our series on the promises of God as we explore what it means to truly enter into Christ’s rest.
Does the promise of rest appeal to you? I know it does to me.
April and May can be exhausting months filled with celebrations, programs, graduations, recitals, ballgames, and constant activity.
April 26, 2026 – You Promised: To Hear Our Cry for Help – Luke 18:1-8 features the Parable of the Persistent Widow, where Jesus teaches the necessity of praying consistently without losing heart. It contrasts a corrupt, indifferent judge—who eventually grants a widow justice just to stop her pestering—with a righteous God, who is eager to answer the persistent prayers of His people.
Key Aspects of the Parable:
April 12, 2026 -You Promised: I Am with You – Matthew 28:16-20 (the Great Commission) records Jesus meeting his disciples on a Galilean mountain, where he declares his universal authority. He commands them to make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Trinity and teaching them his commandments, while promising his presence until the end of the age.
The Command (v. 19-20a)
April 19, 2026 – You Promised: You Will Hear My Voice – In John 10:22-30, Jesus is questioned by Jewish leaders during Hanukkah at the Temple regarding his identity as the Messiah. He states that his works, done in his Father’s name, already testify to who he is, but they do not believe because they are not his sheep. Jesus promises his followers eternal life and security, declaring that no one can snatch them out of his or the Father’s hand, concluding, “I and the Father are one”.
April 5, 2026 – Alive in Christ
Matthew 28:1-10 – This passage from Matthew describes the Resurrection of Jesus, detailing the discovery of the empty tomb by Mary Magdalene and another Mary, the angelic announcement of Jesus’s rising, and Jesus’s subsequent appearance to the women with instructions for his disciples. The Resurrection of Jesus (Matthew 28:1-10) The Discovery at the Tomb
March 22, 2026 – Prisoners of Hope –
Zechariah 9:9-17 is a Messianic prophecy foretelling a humble, righteous King who brings salvation, arriving on a donkey to establish lasting peace, not war. He will end military conflict, rule over the nations, and gather his people. The passage pledges divine protection, restoration, and ultimate victory for Zion against her enemies. Key Details and Themes The Humble King (vv. 9-10):
March 8, 2026 – Worship That Becomes –
Amos 5:11–15 and 5:21–24 condemn the Northern Kingdom of Israel for social injustice, corruption, and hypocritical worship. Amos calls for repentance by demanding the people pursue good, justice, and righteousness, rather than empty religious rituals. True worship requires ethical living, with justice and righteousness acting as an unstoppable, constant, flowing stream.
February 27, 2026 – Religion Isn’t Enough
Micah 6:1–8 is a “prophetic covenant lawsuit” where God, acting as prosecutor, brings a case against the people of Israel (specifically Judah) for their unfaithfulness and injustice. The passage highlights the contrast between empty, ritualistic religion and true spiritual devotion.
Key Sections:
The Lawsuit (vv. 1-5): God calls the…
February 22, 2026 – Return to Me – Joel 1:10-12; 2:12-13, 21-24
Return to Me: A Journey through the Minor Prophets. I will be preaching through the minor prophets in the Old Testament in worship for the next several weeks. We will do a deep dive into this section of Scripture that is filled with some great imagery and themes that relate directly to Lent. These prophets of God were interesting characters.
February 8, 2026 – Encounter God’s –
Psalm 63 is a psalm of intimate longing, composed by David while in the Judean wilderness. He expresses an intense spiritual thirst for God’s presence,, comparing it to a dry land, while finding comfort in God’s love, which he deems “better than life”. The psalm shifts from praising God for past protection to confidence that his enemies will be destroyed, affirming his ultimate trust in divine refuge.
February 1, 2026 – Encounter God’s Presence – 2 Chronicles 15:1-4 and James 4:8 emphasize that God rewards those who actively seek Him with His presence and guidance, while warning that abandoning Him leads to being abandoned. Both passages call for purification, covenant faithfulness, and a heart committed to turning toward God in times of distress or to receive His grace. Key Aspects of the Texts: 2 Chronicles 15:1-4 (The Message to Asa): …