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2/19 Taking a Chance on Jesus

February 19, 2023 • Jason Swick • Matthew 13:44–52

Using parables, Jesus describes those who are righteous who will sacrifice in order to obtain the kingdom of heaven. The question for us is, will we have the ears to hear and the courage to consider our treasures and whether they are made of sand and even worth the investment. Will we take a chance on pursuing the kingdom of heaven like Jesus describes? 

5/21 Will Jesus Find Faith on Earth?

May 21, 2023 • Jason Swick • Luke 18:1–14

Will Jesus find faith on earth? This is a question Jesus asks sandwiched between two parables that teach us to pray.

5/7 It's Not Fair

May 7, 2023 • Jason Swick • Matthew 20:1–16

That's not fair. Have you ever said or thought this? Jesus engages this 'not fairism' in a parable and challenges how we might consider both this parable and become laborers in his kingdom.

4/30 The Ultimate Debt Eraser

April 30, 2023 • Jason Swick • Matthew 18:21–35, Luke 7:36–50

What is the ultimate debt eraser? Is it something that has to do with money or something deeper? Jesus uses two parables about debt to draw us deeper into discipleship.