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Message by Pastor Doug Bunnell, recorded live September 20, 2026 at First Presbyterian Church of Bellingham. Scripture read by Jan Smith. Hannah Belonging means we can bring our big feelings to God, do not be cowed by the religious professionals. Why was Hannah’s inability to have children so painful in her cultural context?What does Hannah’s prayer reveal about her relationship with God?What is significant about the vow Hannah makes regarding her son?How does this passage portray God’s awareness of human suffering?What can you learn from Hannah about bringing deep emotions honestly before God?1 Samuel 1:1-8, 9-20

Message by Pastor Doug Bunnell, recorded live September 13, 2026 at First Presbyterian Church of Bellingham. Scripture read by Eleanor Adams. How might Ruth’s commitment reflect loyalty beyond cultural expectations?What does Ruth’s loyalty teach about commitment in relationships?How can you support someone going through loss like Naomi?What risks did Ruth take by staying with Naomi?What role does this passage play in the larger story of the Book of Ruth? In the larger story of the Bible? Ruth 1:1-5, 15-19, Matthew 1:5-6

Message by Pastor Doug Bunnell, recorded live September 6, 2026 at First Presbyterian Church of Bellingham. Scripture read by Andrew Verneuil. What does it mean to no longer be “strangers and foreigners” in God’s kingdom?Why might Paul describe the church as a building or temple rather than just a group of people?In what ways do people today still feel like “outsiders,” and how does this passage speak to that?How can you contribute to unity and growth within your church community?How does this passage shape your understanding of the church’s identity and purpose?Ephesians 2:19-21

Message by Pastor Doug Bunnell, recorded live August 30, 2026 at First Presbyterian Church of Bellingham. Scripture read by Heather Barton. Blessed are the Confrontive Peacemakers What changed in Peter's behavior when certain men came from James? (v. 11–12)Why did Paul refuse to compromise, even though compromise might have avoided conflict?Why was Peter's hypocrisy dangerous for the church?How can you lovingly confront another believer when necessary?What does "walking in step with the gospel" look like in our daily life? How can your church demonstrate both truth and grace to people from different backgrounds? Galatians 2:1-14

Message by Pastor Greg Ellis of Cordata Presbyterian Church, recorded live August 16, 2026 at First Presbyterian Church of Bellingham. Blessed are the Peacemakers: Making Peace While in Exile Jeremiah 29:1,4-7

Message by Pastor Seth Thomas of St. James Presbyterian Church, recorded live August 9, 2026 at First Presbyterian Church of Bellingham. Ministers of Reconciliation How is reconciliation different from simply being forgiven?What responsibilities come with the "ministry of reconciliation"?How does understanding reconciliation affect the way you approach evangelism?What does being a "new creation" look like in your daily life?Who needs to hear God's message of reconciliation from you, how can you actively participate in the ministry of reconciliation this week? 2 Corinthians 5:16-20

Message by Mike Fogg from Spring Church, recorded live August 2, 2026 at First Presbyterian Church of Bellingham.Peacemakers Reflect the Heart of God How does peacemaking produce a "harvest of righteousness"?Think of a recent conflict. How might these verses have changed your response?Who in your life demonstrates the kind of wisdom James describes? What can you learn from them?How does Jesus perfectly embody each quality listed in these verses?Is there any relationship in which you need to pursue peace? James 3:17-18

Message by Doug Bunnell, recorded live July 26, 2026 at First Presbyterian Church of Bellingham. Scripture read by Tim Barton.How Do We Get in the Book of Life? Who is chosen and how do you get your name in the "Book of Life"? What is the “Book of Life,” and how is it distinct from the other books? What is the “second death”?How do these verses describe the relationship between works and salvation?What does the destruction of death and Hades signify about God’s final victory?How does the promise of being known and confessed by Jesus affect your identity and confidence?What hope do you find in the promise of the Book of Life?Revelation 3:1-6, 20:11-15

Message by Doug Bunnell, recorded live July 19, 2026 at First Presbyterian Church of Bellingham. Scripture read by Ann Hinz. Why Does God Harden Pharaoh’s Heart? God’s love will impact people in different ways, develop a taste for grace. Why might God harden Pharaoh’s heart instead of softening it?Why do you think Pharaoh’s attitude changes once the immediate crisis is over?How do we sometimes harden our own hearts, even after seeing evidence of God at work?In what ways do people today still resist acknowledging God, even when confronted with truth? Exodus 7:1-5, Exodus 8:15-19, 2 Corinthians 2:14-16

Message by Doug Bunnell, recorded live June 28, 2026 at First Presbyterian Church of Bellingham. Scripture read by Tim Barton.Do Guilt and Shame Have a Purpose?Godly Sorrow To Get- True conviction calls us to repent, but guilt and shame do not build us up. How would you define “godly sorrow” in your own words? How is it different from regret?Why does “godly sorrow” lead to repentance and salvation, while “worldly sorrow” leads to death?Can you think of a time when sorrow led you toward positive change?How can you recognize the difference between healthy conviction and unhealthy guilt?How does this section deepen your understanding of repentance? 2 Corinthians 7:5-13, John 8:2-11

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Message by Kerrie Bauer, recorded live July 5, 2026 at First Presbyterian Church of Bellingham. Scripture read by Pastor Doug Bunnell.Our Messy Bodies - Sacred or Profane? To Get: In spirit-breathed worship, God brings Christ’s body to us; we bring our bodies to Christ.To Feel: Feel the embodiedness of true worship: at-one-ment with GodTo Do: I wonder - what does it look like for you to bring our body to God? How would you finish this sentence - my body is …?God views my body as …?How do you understand the function of your body in worship, in relationship to God?What gets in the way of you seeing yourself as Christ's body?Leviticus 15:28-33, Romans 12:1-5

Message by Doug Bunnell, recorded live June 28, 2026 at First Presbyterian Church of Bellingham. Scripture read by Don Lotze. What’s Up with the Unforgivable Sin?In Jesus we are all completely and utterly forgiven, but we have to be able to recognize and claim it. Claim full forgiveness. What does “blasphemy against the Holy Spirit” likely refer to in this context?Why might speaking against the Holy Spirit be treated differently than other sins?Is this sin a single act, or could it reflect an ongoing attitude or condition of the heart?How can someone guard their heart against hardness toward God?How does this teaching fit with the broader biblical message about forgiveness and grace?Matthew 12:31-32, Mark 3:28-30, 1 John 2:1-2

Message by Doug Bunnell, recorded live June 21, 2026 at First Presbyterian Church of Bellingham. Scripture read by Kai Marks. Big Questions: Are pets with us in eternity? God loves all creation and all creation will someday be renewed, including pets. What does Paul mean by “the glory that is to be revealed to us”?What does the “bondage to decay” refer to?How does the groaning of creation parallel the experience of believers?How does Paul connect personal salvation to the restoration of all creation?How does knowing that creation will be restored affect how you treat the world around you?John 3:11-16, Romans 8:18-23

Message by Doug Bunnell, recorded live June 14, 2026 at First Presbyterian Church of Bellingham. Scripture read by Brad Day. Big Questions: What Does Jesus Say About His Blood? Jesus died for our sins according to scripture, trust in Jesus. Why is the resurrection central to the Christian faith according to this passage?What role do the Scriptures play in confirming the gospel events?What does it mean that Jesus died for our sins according to Scripture?How does this passage connect belief, perseverance, and genuine faith?What does it look like in your daily life to live as someone shaped by the resurrection?Luke 22:19-20, Matthew 26:26-29