Scripture: Philippians 2:5–11 “Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus…” Picture this: a crowd of people, shoulder to shoulder, staring up at the sky. They say, “Let us build a tower, reaching heaven itself. Let us make a name for ourselves. Let us secure our place among the stars.” Sounds bold, even admirable—but pause for…
Key Texts: Genesis 6–9; Hebrews 11:7; Romans 12:2 1. Noah’s Context: Righteousness in a Ruined World Noah was born into a time when evil had reached its fullest expression. Scripture tells us that “every inclination of the thoughts of the human heart was only evil all the time” (Genesis 6:5). Human identity was deeply corrupted, violence filled the…
Falling While Standing in God’s Provision Key Texts: Genesis 1–3; Romans 5:12–19; 1 Corinthians 15:21–22 1. Created in Perfection, Not Striving but Receiving Adam and Eve were not born into chaos—they were created into completeness. They lived in the direct presence of God, surrounded by beauty, abundance, and order. There was no lack. No threat. No violence. No brokenness….
A Reflection on How We See Jesus As we finished church last Sunday and were having a quick chat with friends, I noticed Gianna holding a picture of a heart with band-aids on it—something she had worked on during her time at kinder Church (Sunday school time). Curious, I asked her what it meant. She smiled…
As the world prepares for Christmas—celebrations, holidays, year-end reflections, familiar songs, and carefully planned gatherings—there is a sense of pause. A moment to breathe. A season that invites warmth, generosity, and hope. And yet, just beneath the glow of lights and tradition, the world remains deeply unsettled. Wars rage on. Violence has become disturbingly routine. Cruelty is often…
The Modern View — Gratitude That’s Lost Its Focus Each year, Thanksgiving has become a season filled with abundance — food, family, comfort, and celebration. Yet somewhere in the midst of feasts and full tables, the original heart of thanksgiving has become clouded. Our culture often measures gratitude by what we have — the home,…
A Kingdom Offered, Rejected, and Renewed – Text: Matthew 21:33–46; Matthew 22:1–14 Introduction In Matthew’s Gospel, Jesus tells two parables back-to-back. These are not random stories or disconnected illustrations. They are prophetic. Together, they form a single unfolding message about the Kingdom of God. In Matthew 21, Jesus speaks of a vineyard — pointing to His first coming. The Son is sent, rejected,…
The Journey of the Prodigal Son – Text: Luke 15:11–31 Introduction The parable of the prodigal son isn’t just a story about a rebellious boy. It’s the story of all of us—our drift from God, our brokenness, and the Father’s incredible love. Let’s trace the journey of the younger son and discover what it means…
Text: Matthew 26:14–16 | John 12:4–6 | John 13:27 Introduction Judas Iscariot. A name that makes us uncomfortable. A name we would rather keep at a distance. But Judas was not distant from Jesus. He wasn’t an enemy watching from the crowd. He wasn’t a skeptic standing on the margins. He was one of the twelve—chosen, trusted, included. He walked the…