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Jesus’ miracle of feeding the 5000 is recorded in all four gospels, but it is only in John’s gospel that we get the following discourse in which Jesus declares himself to be the Bread of Life.  This week we consider the miracle itself (along with Jesus walking on water later that night). Teacher: Justin P. … Continue reading The Bread of Life – Part 3 (5/22/24 Bible Class)

In our previous lesson in Colossians, we discussed Paul’s words to masters and bondservants, a theme which is heavily involved in the short letter to Philemon.  More than that, the letter shows the importance of repentance and forgiveness between brethren. Speaker: Justin P. Sivley

It is easy in our day and age to become so comfortable that we neglect important spiritual things that matter so much more than our comfort.  The same was true in the days of the prophet Amos,who rebuked those who lived in comfort while their fellow Israelites suffered, and while the nation continued to fall … Continue reading Don’t Get Too Comfortable – Amos 6:1-8 (5/19/24 Bible Class)

Our study continues as we consider how what has been laid down in the writings of the apostles and prophets of the New Testament is vital to our living as God’s children today.  The same things that were true when they were written down 2000 years ago are still true today, and it is to … Continue reading The Apostles’ Doctrine – Part 2 (5/19/24 Bible Class)

One of the difficult subjects that we occasionally find in the Bible is that of slavery.  It is important for us to understand slavery as it was practiced in first-century Roman empire, and what power the church had, or rather, didn’t have, to bring about change from the top down.  Living in such a society, … Continue reading To Please Your Master – Colossians 3:22-4:1 (5/12/24 p.m. sermon)

There are few words in the English language as beautiful as the word “mother.” It is right to honor mothers, and we do so on this day by remembering an incredible example of a mother’s love from Scripture. And in remember her example, we then reflect on how God shows his love to all of … Continue reading A Reflection of God’s Love – Exodus 2:1-10; Hosea 11:1-4 (5/12/24 a.m. sermon)