What’s one of the most quoted, and most misused, phrases in the Bible? “Do not judge.” Our culture uses that quote from Jesus to prevent people from criticizing their choices and actions. When you are in a conversation about almost any topic and start sharing your opinion, you have probably been slammed with the modern-day showstopper: “Who are you to judge?” And yet does not God want us to make moral judgments about right and wrong
Week 6
Judge without being Judgmental
July 16, 2023 • Bruce Miller
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Week 7
July 23, 2023 • Bruce Miller
When should you confront the other person, and when should you overlook the offense? I’m going to tell you a few quick stories. At the end of each story, yell out either “overlook” or “confront.” Let me warn you; there are not enough details for an obvious answer.
Week 5
July 9, 2023 • Lisa Scheffler
Those of you who are parents know about having big dreams for your kids. We want them to be successful, but we also want them to be good people. We try to nurture and guide them into reaching their potential. We want what’s best for them. We’re not always prepared when they grow up and make poor choices. It’s incredibly difficult to watch a child you love take a wrong turn and end up in a dark place. No matter what their age, it’s hard when they get lost. The father in the Parable of the Prodigal Son can certainly relate. Although, that may not be the best title, because as we’ll see, there are two sons in this story, and both of them take wrong turns and end up lost. We’ll see a loving father who wants nothing more than to see his boys return to him..
Week 4
July 2, 2023 • Rafe Wright
The day of the lord has ended, and the new age has dawned. Christ is seated before us in all his transcendent glory and it’s your turn to step up to the bema seat of judgment. You’re hoping and praying you hear, well done good and faithful servant. But will you? I know that’s what i want to hear. Will you be found faithful on that day? What does the faithful life look like? How would we know if we’re achieving it? Is there a formula for it?