Studies on #Community
The Cheerful Giver and Overflowing Grace
Examining 2 Corinthians 9, Pastor Jack explores how trust in God transforms our hearts from inward self-preservation into joyful, outward generosity that glorifies Him and strengthens the church.
The Grace of Giving and Finishing Well
Exploring Paul’s call to generous, self-sacrificial giving in 2 Corinthians 8, rooted in the gospel of Christ and carried out with integrity and accountability.
The Clear Voice: Building the Team Over the Individual
Spiritual maturity means moving the spotlight off ourselves. Paul addresses the public gathering to show that true worship demands clarity, order, and deep engagement of the mind.
The Blueprint of Agape: The Way of Excellence
Spiritual gifts and deep wisdom are worthless without the defining mark of the Christian life. Paul pauses his correction of the church to paint a portrait of unconditional love.
Wilderness Warnings and Common Ground
Learning from the past to navigate the temptations of the present. Paul uses Israel’s history to show us how to flee idolatry and feast on Christ.
A Beautiful Puzzle: Each Tribe, Each Gift, One Body
Genesis 49 shows Jacob blessing his twelve sons—each unique, each flawed, each needed. Like the tribes of Israel, we are different pieces that fit together for God's purposes. The question is: What is God calling you to contribute?
Sojourning: Living Well Where God Places Us While Longing for Home
Genesis 47 shows Joseph managing Egypt through famine, Jacob blessing Pharaoh, and the family thriving in Goshen. God uses us where we are, but we never forget where we're ultimately headed.
