Jesus not only took on our sin on the cross, but He bore our griefs and carried our sorrows in the garden of Gethsemane. Pastor Carl takes us through the Lord’s anointing, the Last Supper, the betrayal by Judas, and our Lord’s struggle in the garden.
Jeremiah 1
Cliff Sowa begins a study of the prophet Jeremiah with an introduction and a look at God’s first words to him… “I have this day set you over the nations…”
Looking to Jesus – Sad
Introduction “For you, O Lord, have made me glad by your work; at the works of your hands, I sing for joy.” Psalm 92:4 Thousands of years ago, King Solomon observed, “I perceived that there is nothing better for them than to be joyful and to do good as long as they live…” (Ecclesiastes 3:12)…
Parable of Sheep & Goats – Matthew 25:31-46
“Sheep” and “goats” will be judged by the works they did as a result of the faith they have or not have in Jesus Christ. The nations will be divided and some allow to enter the Kingdom and the rest set to eternal destruction. Pastor Carl unpacks the call for tribulation saints to help others…
Looking to Jesus – Turmoil
Introduction Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. John 14:27 Mass shootings, natural disasters, political unrest, and financial market instability dominate the news of today. Fallen pastors and false teachers…
Parable of the Talents / Playing it Safe – Matthew 25:14-30
Worse times are coming, Jesus made that clear. Pastor Carl shares Jesus’ investment directives for good times and bad. Jesus will require an accounting and give rewards according to how we did with what was given to us.
Looking to Jesus – Unloved
Introduction “…instead the Lord your God turned the curse into a blessing for you, because the Lord your God loved you.” Deuteronomy 23:5 Feeling unloved or unwanted is a common struggle in our world. Increasing rates of suicide, divorce, and substance abuse prove it. And while many varying factors can foster the belief that we…
Seven Virgins / Bridesmaids – Matthew 25:1-13
Continuing His theme of End-Times events, Jesus tells a story about ten virgins stressing the importance of being ready for the Groom and the consequences for those who are not.Are you ready? Are you wise or foolish? Your answer will determine your eternal fate.
Psalm 148 – 150
Cliff Sowa wraps up the book of Psalms with a look at praising the Lord from creation, praising God for His salvation and judgment, and all things praise the Lord!
Looking to Jesus – Guilt
Introduction “Now it is evident that no one is justified before God by the law, for ‘The righteous shall live by faith.’” Galatians 3:11 Do you ever struggle with guilt over sins you’ve committed or your failure to do what is right? Have you felt shame related to your past or present? Does your inability…