HEBREWS 1:1-4 God Speaks Through His Son – 1:1-2a How do these verses demonstrate that this book is more of a sermon than a letter?   How did/does God speak?   A Word Study: “Son”   The Son Reigns – 1:2b-4 A Word Study: “Heir”   A Word Study: “Glory”   A Word Study: “Nature”… Read More ›

INTRODUCTION TO HEBREWS What is Hebrews? Who wrote the book? There are at least five possibilities: Barnabas:   Apollos:   Paul:   Clement:   Luke:   To whom is the book written?     Should the book even be in the Bible?       What is the purpose/value of Hebrews?  

John 21 Authorship issue:   Fishing The Miracle The Beachside Breakfast The provision of the call   The Seaside Installation Service    Peter’s Restoration – Commission The word ‘Love’ storge eros filew agape   The Three Questions What is “these?”   What is the qualification needed for serving in ministry that Jesus is seeking in… Read More ›

You need to come to church. Who would have thought that would be such a provocative thing for a pastor to say? But here we are. First, I need to do my best to explain my heart in that statement and my tone. This is not me trying to do my best impersonation of an… Read More ›

The Death & Burial of Jesus Christ John 19:28-42 “Amazing love, how can it be, that Thou my God shouldst die for me?” Hymn by Charles Wesley, And Can It Be That I Should Gain   The Death of Jesus Christ   Vs. 28 All things had already been accomplished John 20:30-31   Τετέλεσται –… Read More ›

John 16:5-15 What are “these things” Jesus has stated that has filled the disciples’ heart with sorrow?         How is it an advantage that Jesus leave?           The Helper – Paraklhtos       What are the two areas of work the Holy Spirit will address in His… Read More ›

Hello Church Family,   Grace and Peace to you in Jesus’ Name!   I don’t always use that greeting in my communications with you, but I thought I would use it today, because that is my prayer for each of you in these trying times, that the grace and peace of Christ Jesus would be… Read More ›

Friends. I am making this available to help guide our discussion during the Bible Study this Wednesday. If you have the time, I’d suggest using them as a means to prepare for the study time. These questions simply reveal the direction and focus I have in mind for our conversation during the Zoom meeting. They… Read More ›

May 2020 Newsletter Article   Oftentimes, I write these newsletter articles with an eye to upcoming events. This month, I’ve decided to “turn around” and reflect on the last month at St. Paul’s. I’m doing this for two reasons. First, it’s hard to know what the month of May will look like. I’m hoping still… Read More ›

As mentioned by Pastor Micah yesterday, St. Paul’s encourages anyone who is concerned about Covid-19, as well as anyone who isn’t feeling well, to stay home from tomorrow’s service. To better serve our congregation during this time, we will be streaming the 8:30 service on Facebook Live, where it will be available to watch in… Read More ›