The Problem of Pain

Exiting the Ark

As the floodwaters finish receding, Noah sends two birds out from the ark. What does this scene have to teach us about looking and listening to God's presence and direction in our lives?

Where Courage Comes From

Most people are familiar with the "David vs. Goliath" story. But, where did David get the courage to face that giant?!? That's what we're exploring as we revisit that famous scene.

Power and Participation

To conclude the series, Success and the Shape of Life, we look at one particular passage and the suggestion that knowing Christ is a good barometer for a "successful" life. But, what does "knowing Christ" entail according to the apostle Paul in Philippians chapter 3?

Snakes and Doves

Jesus releases his followers to walk in the world as sheep among wolves, and to do so while being "as shrewd as snakes, and as innocent as doves." What does Jesus mean by the strange metaphorical pairing of these animals?

The Allure of Influence

Influence is everywhere! Being influential is now even a vocation! Are Christians called to be influential? What does a successfully influential Christian life look like?