The title of this sermon series, “So You Can Know For Sure” is taken from the stated purpose for Luke’s gospel given in its introduction. Luke wants to set the record straight for his friend, Theophilus, so he can know for sure the most important things about Jesus.
Left alone in the middle of intense cultural hostility that led to the crucifixion of their leader, a small band of ordinary Jesus followers defies all odds. They start a new church that changes the world.
In this series through the book of Acts, we see how they did it. And we learn how we can do it too.
The psalms (songs) in this series make up the playlist for a concert composed specifically for worriers. The lyrics speak directly to anxious hearts., bringing empathy, encouragement, and hope. And some needful perspective. Come to the concert! Tickets are free. Expect to leave some burdens behind.
In his last time together with his disciples before his crucifixion, you would expect Jesus to say and do the things that are most important to him. And he does. His last words and actions give us a poignant picture of his heart and his plan for us. In this we see fresh meaning and purpose for the new life he gives.
sense. Things don't add up. God doesn't seem to answer our prayers. Bad people prosper. Good people suffer. And ones dear to us are facing a tragedy that may take us down with them.
A prophet named Habakkuk knows what it's like. It confuses him. It ticks him off. It shakes his faith. So, he takes his complaint straight to God and unloads both barrels.
It's a questioning journey that takes him from confusion to confidence. And we get to follow his footsteps. Join us as we study our way through the book of Habakkuk.
At one time or another we have all wished for a windfall but the wonderful truth is that God has provided us with the greatest windfall of all—the power of His resurrection.
