A Simple Word for Complex People

Our New Thing God (Isaiah 43:16-21)

Why do we still look for the dead among the living? Why do we try to figure out where we are going by only looking backwards? Let's talk about it!

Prodigal (Luke 15:11-32)

"Prodigal" people are people who lavish something on others in an abundant way. There are three prodigal people in this story -- a waster, a blesser, and a complainer. Which of those three would describe you? Let's talk about it?

One Thing (Psalm 27:1-14)

David wrote this poetry as a reminder of the hope that follows challenging times -- hope that comes from God alone. Let's talk about it!

Until (Luke 4:1-13)

Abraham Maslow suggested that we have levels of need in life, and can't address a higher level of need until our lower level needs are met. Jesus shows us that the process of meeting those needs is just as important as having them met. Let's talk about it!

Out in Joy, Back in Peace (Isaiah 55:10-13)

God says, "My thoughts are higher than your thoughts." what does that mean to you? To me, it means, "I may not understand what I am going though right now, but I do understand that God has a plan." Let's talk about it!

Blessings and Woes (Luke 6:17-26)

Quit running after crowds. People will eagerly follow where many others are going. But crowds always take the easiest road, and require nothing of those who are along for the journey. When the journey gets difficult, that's where the servants of God thrive. Let's talk about it!

How Long, O Lord? (Isaiah 6:1-13)

How long do we do what God calls us to do? Until God calls us to stop. What if it's unpleasant? Yeah, same answer. Let's talk about it!

He Went On His Way (Luke 4:14-30)

It's easy to listen to Jesus when He says things with which we agree. When He challenges us, we can either listen, or we can rebel against Him. But we cannot stop Him. Let's talk about it!

Filled with Expectation (Luke 3:15-17; 21-22)

Due to rising Covid infection rates in our area, we have canceled our in-person worship service for the next two weeks. This was recorded at home after recovering from Covid myself this week. I pray you are staying safe!

Marked with the Seal (Ephesians 1:3-14)

I can't tell you how many times I have heard people say how difficult these past two years have been. We can define our circumstances any numbers of ways, but the choice in our vocabulary affects how we navigate the challenges we face. Let's talk about it!