April 14, 2024 • Andy Adams • John 20:1–18
God gives the gifts of the Holy Spirit to each and every believer. But does the Bible limit the exercise of those gifts depending on whether you are a man or a woman? Our Methodist doctrine affirms that women can serve in ordained roles that include preaching to, teaching, and leading both men and women. Yet not every faith tradition believes the same. Each side uses Scripture as their basis. Which is right? Join us this Mother’s Day Sunday as we explore the biblical evidence together and celebrate the vital roles women play in the church today!
One of the most common objections to faith in the God of the Bible is God’s sanctioned killing of the inhabitants of Canaan known as the conquest of the Promised Land. How can a God of love command and even lead his people to completely destroy others? And doesn’t this seem to justify war and other evil atrocities done in God’s name today? Join us this Sunday as we explore Israel’s role in the Old Testament and how Jesus’ death on the cross changes everything!
“The Rapture” has been the premise of many books and movies over the last several decades, the most prominent being the Left Behind works. What is this rapture and is it even in the Bible? Furthermore, what does Methodism believe? Invite a friend and join us this Sunday as we discover where “rapture theology” comes from and what the Bible actually says.
