Steve Coleman will be taking us through the fourth and final chapter of Jonah. Jonah knows God's character (verse 2b) but there seems to be more Jonah and we can learn about God ..read more

Jonah is associated with the giant fish, a reluctant prophet of hope to the enemies of his people. In chapter 2, Jonah’s repentance brings redemption. Taken on its own merit, the Psalm in chapter 2 is quite beautiful. Skillfully woven into this poem are ancient theologies of God’s character and presence, God’s holiness, redemption, and sovereignty. Because it is a Psalm, it was meant to be heard, with music, so in preparation for Sunday worship, please read this chapter out loud with instrumental music playing. What do you hear?" Grace and Peace Joanne G. Hagemeyer ..read more

The story of Jonah is a favorite taught in Sunday School classes. We are introducing the book of Jonah on Sunday. What does this little book tell us about God's kingdom? What is the book really about? Listen to discover the surprising answers. Steve Coleman ..read more

For several months we have been reading and learning from 1 John. This week we'll finish up with a look at 1 John 5:13-21 with Teaching Leader Steve Coleman. The apostle John was filled with joy telling about Jesus; light, life, love. And he encourages us "believe in the name of his Son, Jesus Christ, and to love one another." Be like Christ. In Him we are His children, have understanding, fellowship and assurance ..read more

We are arriving at John’s concluding remarks in his letter of light, life, and love. Now he will assure us of three impeccable witnesses to verify and confirm his own testimony, and the trustworthiness of his teaching on these proofs of salvation and salvation’s permanency.  Everyone who has been born anew, from above, lives by faith in ...What are the nine proofs of salvation John offers, and what are the three impeccable witnesses? Let's find out as we read 1 John 5:1-12 together. Grace and Peace Joanne Hagemeyer ..read more

This week we continue to listen to this great symphony of 1 John by delving into the third movement — the love movement. One way to love is to wait. You might be waiting on God for something. At the same time God might be waiting on you, for your permission to move in your life. What might it be that God is waiting for you to release? Dr Bill Smith ..read more

Has the thought ever crossed your mind: How can I know if I am truly saved? In John 4:12-16, John gives us the definitive evidence of salvation. We can know! (Spoiler alert: it has nothing to do with sin!) Listen to hear these encouraging indications of new life in Christ. Julie Coleman ..read more

In 1 John 4, we read, "God is love."  What does that mean?  Why doesn't the text say, "God is loving," or "God is the perfect example of love"? Listen and consider how God being love changes your life. Steve Coleman ..read more

In our passage this week (1 John 4:1-6) John provides a test for those who claim to be prophets. How can we determine if someone is really giving us a word from the Lord? Learn what it means to "test the spirits" and how we can be wise in discerning what we hear.  Julie Coleman ..read more

1 John 3:19-20 is one of the more puzzling passages in John's first letter. It seems like circular reasoning. What's more, John talks about deeds and truth together. We often keep our theology strictly about truth. Especially to us today, with our penchant for linear logic, John's statements can seem impenetrable.  Our whole text will be 1 John 3:18-24--what do you think it means? Grace and Peace, Joanne G. Hagemeyer ..read more