hope

Hard Times. Hard Questions. Hard Won Hope. (Psalm 77)

Lament is one of the most used types of prayer in the Psalms. But it seems to be one of the least understood or practiced by modern people. Why is that the case? Listen in today as we learn more about the power of lament prayer and how it can help you through the hardest of times.

The Story (Genesis to Revelation)

The power of stories cannot be overstated in our modern world. From Netflix to Harry Potter to children’s books, we are captivated by stories. What are the stories that have captured your heart and soul? This sermon begins a new series on the surprising Story of all stories, the one which brings hope to all people. Listen in today as we see how the Story of the Scriptures, from Genesis to Revelation, beautifully intersects with each of our lives today and surprises us with grace upon grace.

Why the Church Can Work (Psalm 79)

The purpose of the church, or even religion itself, is often discussed in the modern world. As we listen to an admittedly "brutal Psalm" today in Psalm 79, what possible hope can we gather from Israel's defeat at the hands of Babylon in 586 BC? What we discover is a heartfelt reflection on something we admittedly misunderstand about God (his jealousy), something we love about what God can give (his forgiveness), and something we all cry for throughout the ages (his justice). But we learn something even more important - we learn about the community he is redeeming for the world and why it works still even today.

An Epic Thirst (John 4:1-26)

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Jesus' famous encounter with the woman at the well in John 4 is a well known story. This week, Stephanie Clark (CEO of Amirah, Inc.) brings this poignant story to life in our modern day by teaching it through the lens of her work of rescuing women from the enslavement of human trafficking in New England. This story is a deep encouragement to all of us looking for true life and living water.

Are you thirsty?