Living in the Light (3-19-17 Formations)
John witnessed the birth of the church at Pentecost, the spread of the gospel across the Roman world and confronted the early heiresses that threatened the
Taming the Tongue (3-12-17 Formations)
You can count on James to tell the truth. This is not a contrast between “absolute truth” and “alternate truth.” This is a truth that shapes
Facing Temptation (3-5-17 Formations)
The season called Lent is much more than a somber focus on the death of Jesus. This is a time to probe your faith, to remember
The New Covenant (2-26-17 Formations)
There are times so overwhelmed by loss and injustice that we call out to God, “Where are you?” So it was with Israel and Judah as
Bad News? Or Good?
The term “fake news” has been in the news quite a lot lately. How do you define that term? I think of it as news that misinterprets
55+ Adults: Miracle Worker – Jesus
The Gospel of Mark chapter 5 reveals Jesus is a miracle worker of the difficult events adults will suffer. In these verses, Jesus heals two very ill
The Covenant with David (2-19-17 Formations)
King David's story contains all the elements of mankind's varied encounters with God. From shepherd boy to warrior king, from faith to rebellion, from power to
The Covenant at Sinai (2-12-17)
If God did not seek us we would not find him. The initiative of grace is God's. In Eden it was God who came to visit
The Covenant with Abraham (2-5-17 Formations)
Growing up in the military was a life of constant moves, across the US and overseas. I learned to adapt, experiencing different cultures and finding my
The Covenant with Noah (1-29-17 Formations)
Among my favorite art objects is a hand-carved Noah's ark and a delightful collection of animals parading two-by-two, including penguins and elephants. Noah's story presents a