Preemptive Forgiveness in a World of Disputable Matters

Held in the Mind of God

God's greatness is not revealed only in the vastness of creation, but in the astonishing truth that He is mindful of humanity. Psalm 8 holds together both awe and intimacy, inviting us to marvel that the Creator of the stars chooses to know, love, and entrust His image bearers with purpose. In a culture that measures worth by achievement, influence, or intelligence, our identity is rooted instead in being created and cherished by God. Though humanity is small in comparison to the universe, we are crowned with dignity, called to faithful stewardship, and ultimately redeemed through Jesus, who embraced humility to restore what was lost. Worship becomes the natural response as we recognize that the God whose glory fills the heavens continually holds His people in His loving thoughts.

Holistic, Unrestrained Love

Holistic, unrestrained love is not something we manufacture but something we receive. Centered on the Shema, Israel's daily confession of faith beginning with, "Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one," this message explores God's invitation to love Him with our whole being: heart, soul, and might. As we discover that God's command is grounded in His covenant love for us first, we begin to see that true humanity is found not in fragmented affection or reluctant obedience, but in wholehearted dependence on Christ, who loved the Father perfectly on our behalf and now empowers us to love without restraint.

Being Human Podcast | How Do We Cross Into the Future?

As part of our Being Human series, David Stockton and Anthony Kennada continue their conversation about faith, work, and technology by exploring what it means to move forward when the path ahead is uncertain. Looking at Israel's crossing of the Jordan River, they reflect on trust, courage, and how God leads His people through seasons of change.

To Err Is Human, To Sin Is to Dehumanize

Genesis 3 confronts one of humanity’s oldest temptations: the desire to define reality apart from God. What begins with the serpent’s question, “Did God actually say?”, leads Adam and Eve to pursue autonomy, wisdom, and self determination on their own terms. Instead of freedom, they find shame, fear, hiding, and fractured relationships. The deeper tragedy of sin is not merely that it breaks God’s commands, but that it deforms what it means to be human. Scripture presents human flourishing not as freedom from God’s boundaries, but as life lived within His good design. In a culture that celebrates self creation and limitless autonomy, Genesis reminds us that true freedom, purpose, and dignity are found in trusting the Creator rather than ourselves. As we embrace God’s wisdom, limits, and calling, we move away from dehumanization and toward the fullness of life for which we were made.

Being Human Podcast | Work, Faith, and the Future of Humanity

As part of our Being Human sermon series, we're releasing a collection of conversations exploring faith, work, technology, and what it means to flourish as humans in a changing world. Technology is changing faster than ever, but the deepest human questions remain the same. In this opening conversation, David and Anthony reflect on uncertainty, resilience, faith, and how to move forward when the future feels unclear.