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Dr. David Swanson | James 4:1-10 People seem angry these days and it's mostly because they can't get what they want. On this Confirmation, we are grateful, because in the words of the Rolling Stones, you now have "what you need."

Dr. Jack Peebles | John 20:19-29 The risen Jesus appears to fearful, uncertain disciples - not with judgment, but with peace. His resurrection presence turns locked rooms into places of commissioning. Easter does not end at the empty tomb; it continues as the risen Christ sends ordinary people into the world, breathing new life and purpose into them. 

Dr. David Swanson | 1 Corinthians 15:1-10, 47-58 Paul lays out an important apologtic for why we believe the resurrection is true. When we do, then we will act today based on what we believe will happen in the future. Even in tough times, will still have the "fury of hope."

Dr. David Swanson | Luke 19:28-40 The details surrounding Jesus' triumphant ride into Jerusalem give us many clues about what was to come, but also His divine nature.

Dr. David Swanson | John 19:28 We are a thirsty people, but little quenches. Jesus' words from the cross reveal our own thirst and the depths of His own suffering to quench it.

Dr. Case Thorp | Deuteronomy 8:10-18 Work can become an idol that distracts us from intimacy with God. What is a good theology of work that aligns such work to Kingdom purposes and doesn't become that illusive idol we serve?

Dr. David Swanson | Psalm 145:4, 13-21 As we point to the next 150 years, we can take great comfort in God's dominion and faithfulness through ALL generations. Our task is to continue to love Him well, to desire Him fully in all the challenges of life, and to take seriously the charge to commend Him to the next generations. 

Dr. Jack Peebles | Psalm 145:1-12 It would be tempting to stand on the precipice of such a milestone and pat ourselves on the back, but David makes it clear that praise belongs to One and only One. He is the reason we are still here after 150 years. The good and the bad, He has used it all, so we appropriately praise Him today as we point to the future.

Dr. David Swanson | Psalm 90:1-12 As we get ready to celebrate 150 years, Psalm 90 offers us a helpful reset on the important things to remember at such a time—who we belong to, who is in charge, who is making a mess of it, and why such reflection matters.

Rev. Alexa Holcomb | Revelation 22:1-5 When we think about our call to global mission, we often think (rightly!) about being obedient to the Great Commission. But do we reflect on the beauty of that promise fulfilled, that heaven will be full of people from all nations and cultures of the world we live in now? It is essential to what makes heaven, heaven–the fulfillment of God’s plan of redemption, the tree of life bearing leaves that heal the nations. Do we long for that future glory? Are we participating here and now in that reality, of the new family we become in Christ?

Dr. David Swanson | Matthew 6:30-34 Jesus' words in Matthew 6 discuss our fears and insecurities, things that often keep us from being full participants in God's Kingdom work. Jesus flips it around when He says if we'll seek Him first - jump in - we'll wind up with the very thing we worried about to begin with.

Dr. David Swanson | Ephesians 4:11-13 It is increasingly difficult to faithfully live the Christian life in this culture, but if we have any shot, we have to focus on being equipped and prepared, something the church is called to do.

Rev. Tanner Fox | Ephesians 4:1-6 Ephesians gives us a beautiful picture of moving from death to life in Christ while also offering us a vision of what this life ought to look like! After Paul describes all who are being brought in, Jews and Gentiles alike, he moves to reveal the nature of the calling of the Christian. Before we are sent into the world with fruits of the Spirit, we are to practice the bonds of belonging with fellow believers.

Dr. David Swanson | Colossians 3:17 We value doing things for the Lord to the best of our ability. We do that in the knowledge of our sin and brokenness, trusting that God will use our meager efforts for His glory.

Dr. David Swanson | John 12:1-8 God has lavished His love and grace on us sacrificially. As His people, it is therefore incongruous that we would not also be lavishly generous in our lives.