Mere Mortals - PDF
In Lystra, Barnabas and Paul are mistaken for Greek gods walking the earth. The seductive power of being thought of as a god remains an issue to this day!
Aug 29, 2010
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Mere Mortals - Audio
In Lystra, Barnabas and Paul are mistaken for Greek gods walking the earth. The seductive power of being thought of as a god remains an issue to this day!
Aug 29, 2010•23 min
Called And Set Apart - PDF
In the "Antioch Chronicles" in the Acts of the Apostles we encounter Saul and Barnabas, called by the Holy Spirit and set apart by the people of God. In a passage filled with contrasts, we see how the contours of the role of the Christian in the world are mapped out.
Aug 22, 2010
Called And Set Apart - Audio
In the "Antioch Chronicles" in the Acts of the Apostles we encounter Saul and Barnabas, called by the Holy Spirit and set apart by the people of God. In a passage filled with contrasts, we see how the contours of the role of the Christian in the world are mapped out.
Aug 22, 2010•31 min
You Are Out Of Your Mind! - PDF
While Antioch proved to be a fertile field for the growth of Christianity, things in Jerusalem were deteriorating rapidly! In the midst of this, the power of prayer was demonstrated dramatically as Peter was miraculously freed from prison.
Aug 15, 2010
You Are Out Of Your Mind! - Audio
While Antioch proved to be a fertile field for the growth of Christianity, things in Jerusalem were deteriorating rapidly! In the midst of this, the power of prayer was demonstrated dramatically as Peter was miraculously freed from prison.
Aug 15, 2010•28 min
Send Relief - PDF
At the start of the "Antioch Chronicles" we find ordinary followers of Jesus welcoming new and different people into the community and responding to a crisis by supporting others who are in need.
Aug 08, 2010
Send Relief - Audio
At the start of the "Antioch Chronicles" we find ordinary followers of Jesus welcoming new and different people into the community and responding to a crisis by supporting others who are in need.
Aug 08, 2010•33 min
God Shows No Partiality - PDF
A pair of visions - those of Cornelius and peter - lead to the outpouring of the Spirit and baptism of Gentiles in Caesarea. Peter realizes that "God Shows No Partiality" and the new covenant is made real a dramatic way.
Aug 01, 2010
God Shows No Partiality - Audio
A pair of visions - those of Cornelius and peter - lead to the outpouring of the Spirit and baptism of Gentiles in Caesarea. Peter realizes that "God Shows No Partiality" and the new covenant is made real a dramatic way.
Aug 01, 2010•21 min
Good Works And Acts Of Charity - PDF
In the second of a pair of miracle narratives, Luke describes how Tabitha is raised from the dead through the prayers of Peter. Many come to believe because of this miracle. We ask how we might provide experiences that bring people to belief even today.
Jul 25, 2010
Good Works And Acts Of Charity - Audio
In the second of a pair of miracle narratives, Luke describes how Tabitha is raised from the dead through the prayers of Peter. Many come to believe because of this miracle. We ask how we might provide experiences that bring people to belief even today.
Jul 25, 2010•29 min
Stephen And Saul - PDF
The story of the first martyr among the followers of Jesus calls us to ask ourselves the question,"what matters the most to us?"
Jul 04, 2010
Stephen And Saul - Audio
The story of the first martyr among the followers of Jesus calls us to ask ourselves the question,"what matters the most to us?"
Jul 04, 2010•24 min
The Seven - PDF
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Jun 27, 2010
If It Is Of God - PDF
In the days "after Jesus", we find Peter acting faithfully to the good news of Jesus Christ despite significant opposition. The idea that if it is of God then nothing can stop it is central to the thinking of the disciples and even those who initially oppose them. How can we tell when something is "of God", especially in our own lives and in the life of our community?
Jun 20, 2010
If It Is Of God - Audio
In the days "after Jesus", we find Peter acting faithfully to the good news of Jesus Christ despite significant opposition. The idea that if it is of God then nothing can stop it is central to the thinking of the disciples and even those who initially oppose them. How can we tell when something is "of God", especially in our own lives and in the life of our community?
Jun 20, 2010•30 min
More Than Enough - PDF
We compare the work of the people of Israel in building the Tabernacle with the work of the followers of Jesus in building the community that came to be known as the early church. How we we cultivate a sense of plenty during a time when the world tells us that there is scarcity?
May 09, 2010
More Than Enough - Audio
We compare the work of the people of Israel in building the Tabernacle with the work of the followers of Jesus in building the community that came to be known as the early church. How we we cultivate a sense of plenty during a time when the world tells us that there is scarcity?
May 09, 2010•21 min
Follow Me - PDF
In John's Gospel we find Jesus talking with Simon Peter and asking him three times, "Do You Love Me?" Peter's responses and the words of Jesus that follow constitute a call to discipleship. Jesus ends the conversation with words that echo through the centuries: "Follow me."
Apr 25, 2010
Follow Me - Audio
In John's Gospel we find Jesus talking with Simon Peter and asking him three times, "Do You Love Me?" Peter's responses and the words of Jesus that follow constitute a call to discipleship. Jesus ends the conversation with words that echo through the centuries: "Follow me."
Apr 25, 2010•21 min
Gone Fishin' - PDF
As we continue our exploration of the varied reactions of the disciples to the discovery of the empty tomb and encounters with the risen Christ, we find Simon Peter and six other disciples deciding to go fishing!
Apr 18, 2010
Gone Fishin' - Audio
As we continue our exploration of the varied reactions of the disciples to the discovery of the empty tomb and encounters with the risen Christ, we find Simon Peter and six other disciples deciding to go fishing!
Apr 18, 2010•25 min
When In Doubt, Ask. - Audio
On this Second Sunday of Easter we encounter the narrative of "Doubting Thomas" and his encounter with the risen Christ. Through this account, we face the reality of our own doubts and struggles, and the role of doubt in faith.
Apr 11, 2010•20 min
The Cornerstone - PDF
On our journey through Lent we encounter Jesus entering Jerusalem and contrast the Lukan account with the historic description of royal entry found in Psalm 118.
Mar 28, 2010
The Cornerstone - Audio
On our journey through Lent we encounter Jesus entering Jerusalem and contrast the Lukan account with the historic description of royal entry found in Psalm 118.
Mar 28, 2010•19 min
A New Thing - PDF
As we journey through Lent we encounter Jesus visiting Lazarus, Mary and Martha. Seen against a background of Isaiah's prophetic words, we begin to notice a plan unfold as Jesus approaches Jerusalem.
Mar 21, 2010
A New Thing - Audio
As we journey through Lent we encounter Jesus visiting Lazarus, Mary and Martha. Seen against a background of Isaiah's prophetic words, we begin to notice a plan unfold as Jesus approaches Jerusalem.
Mar 21, 2010•18 min
Problem And Solution - PDF
As we journey through Lent together, we consider the idea that "Jesus is the solution" and ask "what is the problem?" We examine the finite nature of human life and ask how meaning and purpose can be found when faced with this ultimate limitation.
Mar 14, 2010
Problem And Solution - Audio
As we journey through Lent together, we consider the idea that "Jesus is the solution" and ask "what is the problem?" We examine the finite nature of human life and ask how meaning and purpose can be found when faced with this ultimate limitation.
Mar 14, 2010•18 min
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