The Big Talk

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The Big Talk

The Sermon on the Mount

September 9, 2024 • Matthew 5—7, Deuteronomy 14:2

The sermon can be seen as a “preachy” way of encouraging believers to live an impossible life of purity. The perfection demanded here makes us realize that none of us can ever live up to its requirements. This viewpoint has its advantages, though. Our lack of perfection pushes us into the loving arms of a forgiving Father through the sacrificial blood of Jesus. And although this outlook is certainly true, the purpose behind this big talk is one of encouragement, not condemnation.

Praise

November 11, 2024 • Pastor Jill Shocklee • Isaiah 26:3, Philippians 4:4

When Paul and Silas were in prison, they had the choice to sit in silence or make a joyful noise. They could have complained or they could have worshipped. They chose to praise God and the Bible says the prison was shaken to its foundation. Praise is a foundation shaker.

From Bad to Worse: Jezebel's Downfall

October 28, 2024 • Pastor Jill Shocklee • 1 Kings 16:29—19:10, 1 Kings 21, 2 Kings 8:25—9:37, Luke 12:32

This is a woman with pride. As she sat waiting in her lofty tower, aware of her imminent death, she was steadfast in her defiance of Israel and its God to the very end.

Tragic Tales: Lessons From the Life and Death of Judas

October 21, 2024 • Pastor Jill Shocklee • James 4:17, 1 John 1:9, Colossians 1:13, Ephesians 5:8, Romans 8:1

It is mind blowing to think that Judas could be a part of this movement, so close to Jesus Himself, seeing all the miracles, all the power, the lives changed, even the feeling in his spirit by walking with the Messiah in person, and yet be able to turn away so abruptly and with such consequence.