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As we continue in Risen in Christ, we come to "Inherit the Kingdom." We are told we are children of God, but do we show it? How do we live as those set to inherit the kingdom? Are we eager to invite others in? To tell them the good news that they too are heirs? Let us walk as those risen in Christ. Our scripture readings come from Acts 3:12-19 and 1 John 3:1-7.

"Walk in the Light" is the second installment of our Risen in Christ series. Today we think about Thomas and his faith. What can we learn from Jesus about compassion? How should we approach those who don't believe? How do we show Christ to others? Let us walk as those risen in Christ. Our scripture readings come from 1 John 1:1-2:2 and John 20:19-31.

Easter is upon us! We begin our Eater series, Risen in Christ, with "Tell the Story." Is the story of the resurrection a story? Is it THE story? What if we approach it as our story? Does this change how we see the empty tomb? Let us live as those risen in Christ. Our scripture reading comes from Mark 16:1-8.

In this last Sunday of Lent, we "Celebrate and Grieve." We find great joy contrasted with deep sorrow today. How do these opposites relate to each other? These actions are central to Christianity. Let us prepare our hearts to Act with Christ. Our scripture readings come from Mark 11:1-11 and Mark 15:1-39.

As we near the end of our Lenten series, Act with Christ, we come to "Give Glory." Do we glorify God in all that we do? Do we glorify ourselves? Are we more likely to hand our troubles to God but keep our success? Let us prepare our hearts to Act with Christ. Our scripture readings come from Hebrews 5:5-10 and John 12:20-33.

Today's message in Acting with Christ is "Look and Live." We get a familiar scripture with what might be unfamiliar context. What have we set our sights on? What kind of example do we set? Is Christ at the center? Let us prepare our hearts to Act with Christ. Our scripture readings come from Numbers 21:4-9 and John 3:14-21.

Continuing our Lenten journey in Act with Christ, we arrive at "Clear the Temple." We are given the image of Jesus driving out money changers and vendors by force. But why? What kind of example does Christ set for us? Do we hesitate to act on our prayers? Let us prepare our hearts to Act with Christ. Our scripture reading comes from John 2:13-25.

As we continue in our Lenten series Act with Christ we arrive at "Take Up Your Cross." Peter receives a strong rebuke from Jesus. We seek to emulate Christ, but what about when his actions seem harsh? What about when they cause us to give up comfort? Let us prepare our hearts to Act with Christ. Our scripture reading comes from Mark 8:31-38.

Our Lenten series is Act with Christ, and our first message in this series is "Get to the Wilderness." Today we hear The familiar story of Christ's baptism and temptation in the wilderness. But that was Jesus doing in the wilderness? How do we prepare ourselves for ministry? Let us prepare our hearts to Act with Christ. Our scripture reading comes from Mark 1:9-15.

As we finish out Prepare to Change series we come to "Be Transformed." We hear about how Christ appeared transformed to the disciples. But what does it mean for us to be transformed by Christ? How do we transform ourselves to better spread the Gospel truth? As we prepare for Lent, we prepare to change. Our scripture readings come from 2 Corinthians 4:3-6 and Mark 9:2-9.

As we continue into our Prepare to Change series, we look at how to "Become All Things." When we think about the Good News, we often think of how it relates to our own lives. But can we relate the Gospel to others? How can we bridge divides between peoples? How can we serve a world that can be so different? As we prepare for Lent, we prepare to change. Our scripture reading comes from 1 Corinthians 9:16-23.

As we begin our pre-lenten series Prepare to Change, we look at how we can "Abstain to Grow." Paul talks about not eating meat in order to keep from being a stumbling block to others. What do we do that hurts others? What can we give up for more than just ourselves? And how do we grow from holding back? As we prepare for Lent, prepare to change. Our scripture reading comes from 1 Corinthians 8:1-13.

Today we explore the "Gift of the Call" and how we are called to serve Christ. Do you feel called? Do you work to call others? And what are we called to do as Christians? Who do we protect? These are the Gifts of the Season. The scripture reading for today comes from John 1:43-51. There will not be a message next week, as I will be on vacation.

Today we explore a familiar story in "Gift of the Spirit." Do we understand that the Spirit is a gift for you and me? How do you experience the Holy Spirit? Do you listen for it? These are the Gifts of the Season. Our scripture readings come from Acts 19:1-7 and Mark 1:4-11.

Today we look at the familiar story of the visit of the wise men in "Gift of the Light." As we look to a new year, let us look for hope renewed. These are the Gifts of the Season. Our scripture readings come from Isaiah 60:1-6 and Matthew 2:1-12.

As we finish our Advent Experience we reach today's message, "Know: Christ is With Us." When we celebrate Christmas, do we know that Christ is with us now? Discover Christ in this Advent and Christmas Eve experience. Our scripture readings come from 2 Samuel 7:1-11,16 and Luke 1:26-38.

This week in our Advent Experience we come to "Hear: The Good News." When we prepare for Christmas, do we tell the Good News? Do we stop to really listen? What does Christmas mean to you? Do you live it? Explore Christ in an Advent experience! Our scripture readings come from Isaiah 61:1-4, 8-11 and John 1:6-8, 19-28.

As we continue in our Advent Experience we come to "Feel: The Path Ahead." John echoes the words of Isaiah in his call to action. Do we answer that call? Do we get distracted? How do we make a path? Explore Christ in an Advent experience! Our scripture readings come from Isaiah 40:1-11 & Mark 1:1-8.

As we begin our Advent Experience series,  we begin with seeing in "See: The Son of Man."  As we prepare for the celebration of Christ’s birth, are we ready now for the Son of Man to come? If he came today, could we ever really be ready? Explore Christ in an Advent experience! Our scripture readings come from Isaiah 64:1-9 and Mark 13:24-37.

As we come to the end of our series, Seeking God, we begin to look forward to Advent with "See God." What are we looking for when we seek God? A burning bush? I pillar of fire and smoke? A booming voice from the clouds? Are we so busy looking for God that we don't see God right before us? When we seek God, we find hope. Our scripture reading comes from Matthew 25:31-46.