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Praying Like a Pharisee

February 18, 2024 • Eric Sorenson • Luke 18:9–14

We’re pretty sure we get the message of the Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax-Collector, but do we? What is really wrong with the Pharisee’s prayer, and what is so right with the Tax-Collector's? Read Luke 18.9-14, pray, and be ready to probe this parable and let God’s Spirit probe our hearts.

The Least and the Last

April 28, 2024 • Eric Sorenson • Matthew 25:31–46

Matthew brings Jesus’ teachings to an end with one more parable. It fits that it’s a parable about the end. In the end, our love for Jesus will be evident . . . or not. Because love for Jesus always shows up in real life.

The Weight of Mercy

April 21, 2024 • Karyn Sorenson • Matthew 18:23–35

One of Jesus’ beloved parables focuses on the lavish forgiveness he offers us, and it challenges us to be people who extend that grace and forgiveness to others. It’s a really tough challenge but one that Jesus assures us is possible. You don’t want to miss out, especially since there’s an additional surprise this Sunday.

An Open Invitation

April 14, 2024 • Eric Sorenson • Matthew 22:1–14

Sometimes Jesus stuns us with what he says, but we must hear Jesus out if we are going to be his disciples. Let’s open our hearts this Sunday as we ponder his heavy declaration that “many are invited, but few are chosen” (Matthew 22.14).