So far, the men and women we’ve studied have been heroes in every sense of the word. They have faced challenges, had their faith tested, and they have overcome. Now it’s time to look at a guy whose experience wasn’t so heroic. This week’s character is Jonah, the guy best known for spending three days and nights inside a giant fish.
06-30-24 Esther
June 30, 2024
Because of the way the book of Esther is written, I believe there is a better way to study it than a simple character study. The text has relatively little to say about Esther the woman. Instead, she is more a part of a larger story that is a window into the way God works in the world on behalf of His people.
06-23-24 Gideon
June 23, 2024
Gideon is the story of how God chooses ordinary people to join Him in what He’s doing in the world.
God is still at work in our world today, and God is looking for available men and women who will answer the call to partner with God in doing Kingdom work. If you furnish the willing person, God will furnish the plan, the energy, and the power to get things done.
06-16-25 Elijah
June 16, 2024
Have you ever been at a place in life where you’ve been tempted to throw up your hands, throw in the towel, and abandon all hope that anything will get any better? That attitude accurately describes the moral and spiritual climate of Israel during Elijah’s life. Here are three reasons why we ought not give up on God.
06-09-24 Ruth
June 9, 2024
Ruth stepped up and helped her family during the most tragic of experiences. God faithfully used her effort and brought about salvation to her and her whole family. This story of redemption led to the ultimate redemption story.
06-02-24 Daniel
June 2, 2024 • Pastor George Gaspser
When you think of Daniel, you probably think of the lion’s den, but there’s more to Daniel’s story than his experience with the lions. Let’s look at where Daniel was required to make a choice based on his faith.