in Race & Racism, Unity
No Longer As a Slave
“No Longer As a Slave” November 8, 2020 – Pastor Chris Nelson Philemon; Galatians 3:26-28 The story of Onesimus and Philemon illustrates the unity and solidarity between sisters and brothers in Christ.
in Humility, Love, Race & Racism
Who Is My Neighbor?
“Who Is My Neighbor?” October 25, 2020 – Pastor Chris Nelson Luke 10:25-37 “What does it mean that Jesus chooses to make a Samaritan the hero of this story?”
in Justice, Mission, Race & Racism
Justice and Righteousness
“Justice and Righteousness” October 11, 2020 – Pastor Chris Nelson Amos 5:21-24 & Micah 6:6-8 “The prophets insist that our gospel has to be big enough to encompass the concerns of social injustice and systemic...
Slavery and Liberation
“Slavery and Liberation” September 27, 2020 – Pastor Chris Nelson Exodus 1:1-14 “Exodus reveals God to be a God of liberation, who is always bringing people from slavery into freedom.”
In the Image of God
“In the Image of God” September 13, 2020 – Pastor Chris Nelson Genesis 1:26-31 “The Bible’s first chapter establishes the dignity and value of human life and that all peoples are part of one human...
Goodness and Mercy
“Goodness and Mercy” August 30, 2020 – Pastor Chris Nelson Psalm 23 & Exodus 33:18-23, 34:5-8 “Our Shepherd is defined by goodness and mercy…”
You Anoint My Head with Oil
“You Anoint My Head with Oil” August 9, 2020 – Pastor Chris Nelson Psalm 23, 1 Samuel 16:1-13, & Ephesians 1:3-14 “To be anointed by God is to be chosen, blessed, and beloved.”
in Holy Spirit
They Comfort Me
“They Comfort Me” July 26, 2020 – Pastor Chris Nelson Psalm 23 & Selections from John 14-16 “The shepherd’s rod and staff reflect the work of the Holy Spirit, the Comforter, the enduring presence of...
in Discipleship
In Paths of Righteousness
“In Paths of Righteousness” July 12, 2020 – Pastor Chris Nelson Psalm 23, Matthew 7:13-14, John 14:6, & Mark 1:17 “The Christian life can’t be reduced to what we believe or how we behave; it’s...
Green Pastures and Still Waters
“Green Pastures and Still Waters” June 21, 2020 – Pastor Chris Nelson Psalm 23 & Mark 6:30-52 “There is a place of quiet rest, near to the heart of God…”