When The Curtain Is Pulled Back (Matthew 17:1-8)

MOTIVATE Words are fascinating; what we have to communicate and connect. Yet, word meanings can change…[1] Likewise, another word has transformed – the word TRANS. TRANS = on other side (like transport; transatlantic; trajectory); or to go through or even to change (transfer; translate). But today, the word has come to describe a phenomenon that…

Sword & Arrow

“He made my mouth like a sharp sword; in the shadow of his hand he hid me; he made me a polished arrow; in his quiver he hid me away.”‭‭Isaiah‬ ‭49‬:‭2‬ ‭ Every Christian has two weapons: the sword and their arrow. Sharpen your sword. Discover the truth of God’s word. Strengthen your knowledge but…

Jesus And The Shepherd Father (John 10:22-30)

MOTIVATE Few people study the life of a shepherd. They are regular workers not typically worthy of research. They have a nomadic lifestyle and sleep in fields without luxury amenities. They spend hours running after animals that smell terribly and barely listen. Their annual accomplishment is keeping an animal alive through desert heat and wilderness…

Who Is Jesus? (John 10)

MOTIVATE FUGE: Worship-impact / Bible-centered / Recreation-filled / Staff-led – turn key for groups              Safe & Caring environment          Road Trip for connection & experience           My 22nd year taking students         Erskine / Good Shepherd / Mega Relay Found1 EXAMINE     Who Is Jesus? (John 10; Matthew 16) 1 “Truly, truly, I say to you, he…