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Micah #4: Power Reimagined (Micah 3) Rob Woodrum (2/23/2025) Download In the 21st Century the analysis of power dynamics became more intentional and far more scrutinized. That scrutiny often revealed that there are both overt and covert forms of power that affect our daily lives, which just underlines the importance of critical thinking and awareness of how power is being used if we want to promot...

Micah #3: The Cost of Oppression (Micah 2) Rob Woodrum (2/16/2025) Download The Bible has a unique feature that sets it apart from its contemporaries in ancient literature, in that it tells most of its narrative from the vantage point of poor and oppressed people. That really sets the Bible apart from other ancient documents which largely represent the views and history of the ruling elite. In our...

Micah #2: The Cost of Idolatry (Micah 1:1-16) Rob Woodrum (2/9/25) Download This Sunday we’ll be digging into the first chapter of Micah, the Minor Prophet. We’ve stated before that this book, like all the works of the Old Testament Prophets, contains some difficult and harsh words. I will again be reminding us that we must read any of these prophecies through the lens of the revelation of who God...

Micah #1: Introduction: The Compassion of Justice Janelle Greene 2/2/25 Download This Sunday we’ll begin a new book series, doing an examination of the Minor Prophet, Micah. I recognize that some may start to squirm in their seats at the thought of reading through the thundering pronouncements of an Old Testament prophet on a Sunday morning – but I can assure you we will not be leveraging these wr...

1 Corinthians #26: Final Instructions and Parting Words (1 Cor 16) Rob Woodrum (1/12/2025) Download This Sunday we’ll be wrapping up our study through the book of 1 Corinthians – we’ll be reading all of chapter 16 , where Paul closes his letter. We’ll be focusing on his final instructions in v1-4, where he talks to the Corinthians about gathering funds to support the believers in Jerusalem. Part o...

1 Corinthians #25: Resurrection: The Substance of Salvation (1 Cor 15:35-58) Rob Woodrum (1/5/2025) Download We’ll be returning to our study of 1 Corinthians after taking two weeks away from it for the holidays. We’ll be reading 1 Cor 15:35-58 – Paul’s concluding thoughts concerning the doctrine of the resurrection. In the first part of chapter 15, Paul was corrective in his discussion about the r...

1 Corinthians #24: Resurrection: The Sum of All Hope (1 Cor 15:1-34) Rob Woodrum (12/15/24) Download I know, I know….you’re thinking: “Rob! It’s almost Christmas, not Easter !” I realize that. But I would also argue that the themes of Easter should be something that resonates with followers of Jesus no matter what time of year it is. As we’re going to be reading in our text this Sunday, the resurr...

1 Corinthians #23: Order From Disorder (1 Corinthians 14:26-40) Janelle Greene (12/8/24) Download What should we do when we encounter scripture that makes us uncomfortable? Sometimes I’ve read scripture that leaves me squirming in my seat and unsure if I should continue reading or close the book for good. Maybe it’s when God sends a flood to destroy all of humanity except for one family, maybe it’...

1 Corinthians #22: The Harmony of God (1 Cor 14:1-25) Blake Rosemann (11/24/2024) Download Join us this week as we continue our study in the book of 1 Corinthians. Click here for a pdf of the teaching slideshow.

1 Corinthians #21: The Best Life of All (1 Cor 13) Rob Woodrum (11/17/24) Download According to an article on Insounder.org , love is the all-time most common theme of song lyrics, followed by life and death. Love is such an elusive concept for so many people, which is probably why it dominates our thoughts. Of all the people in the world, I would think that followers of Jesus would have some pret...

1 Corinthians #20: The Gifts of the Spirit (1 Cor 12) Janelle Greene (11/10/2024) Download When I was in high school my teacher brought in a local professional to motivate our class. The professional shared about working hard, going to college and building his own business. He encouraged us by saying that we could have the same future if we worked hard and stayed focused. Then, he finished his mot...

1 Corinthians #19: The Lord's Supper (1 Cor 11:17-34) Rob Woodrum (11/3/2024) Download I heard a well-worn story of a little girl who didn’t want to go to kid’s church, but wanted to join her parents for the main service. It happened to be a Communion Sunday, and when they passed the tray of cracker bits and small cup of juice, her mother noticed she was visibly disappointed. When the service was...

1 Corinthians #18: Veiled Customs (1 Cor 11:2-16) Jessica Bunnell & Rob Woodrum (10/27/24) Download This Sunday we are going to be doing a deep dive into what is arguably the most puzzling sections of Scripture we find in the New Testament. We’ll be reading 1 Cor 11:2-16 in our continuing study of that book. It’s Paul’s instructions for the Corinthians on how they are practicing their public worsh...

1 Corinthians #17: Freedom That Honors God (1 Cor 10:23-11:1) Rob Woodrum (10/20/2024) Download This Sunday we’ll be finishing up chapter 10 in our study of 1 Corinthians, reading ch 10:23-11:1 . Much of what Paul will be doing in this passage is a recap of what he’s been encouraging since chapter 8. It all centers around our freedom in Christ and how we manage that in the best way possible. Verse...

1 Corinthians #16: Freedom In Relationship (1 Cor 10:1-22) Rob Woodrum (1013/2024) Download I know we’re all waiting for this hurricane season to conclude…but God alone controls these things, so we’ll put it in His hands. In the meantime, we will be praying for those who suffered loss in the last hurricane, and let’s stay alert as to how we can assist. This Sunday we’ll be continuing on in our stu...

1 Corinthians #15: Uncompromising Passion (1 Corinthians 9:19-27) Janelle Greene (10/6/24) Download This Sunday we are going to continue our study in the book of 1 Corinthians (Chapter 9:19-27) and we will be reading some fairly famous verses that Paul wrote. The verses start with a statement from Paul where he juxtaposes his freedom , (“with no master”), and his slavery (“to all people”). Those a...

1 Corinthians #14: A Greater Love (1 Corinthians 9:1-18) Rob Woodrum (9/29/24) Download I am equal parts grateful that Hurricane Helene did not damage our area and heartbroken for the people who are now suffering the aftermath of this terrible storm. We certainly want to be praying for those east of us, and keep our eyes, ears, hearts and hands ready to assist as we are able. This Sunday we’ll be...

1 Corinthians #13: Love and Liberty (1 Cor 8:1-13) Janelle Greene (9/22/24) Download This Sunday we’ll finally be moving past what were arguably the most uncomfortable passages to publicly talk about…so that’s a relief. That being said, the principles that were being set forth in the previous chapters will still be carried over into our text this Sunday. We’ll be reading 1 Cor 8:1-13 in our study...

1 Corinthians #12: Undistracted Service (1 Cor 7:25-30) Rob Woodrum (9/15/24) Download This Sunday we’ll be continuing our study in 1 Corinthians, wrapping up our examination of chapter 7. We’ll be reading 1 Cor 7:25-40 . As we’ve stated multiple times, we have to always take care in reading an ancient text like this – ancient Corinth was very different, civilly as well as culturally, from our mod...

1 Corinthians #11: Contentment (1 Cor 7:17-24) Rob Woodrum (9/8/24) Download We live in a society that has schooled us from birth to be discontent. That’s what makes a consumerist culture go ’round. You can’t be satisfied with your life if you don’t have the latest phone, and you certainly can’t be complete if you use the wrong air freshener. We are coaxed day and night to want more and not be sat...

1 Corinthians #10: Marital Integrity (1 Cor 7:1-16) Rob Woodrum (9/1/24) Download I heard at least one person had to have the “talk” with their child after last Sunday’s message…so, fair warning: if you’re not prepared to do the same, exercise discretion when it comes to younger children being in the service during the teaching this Sunday (and don’t blame me, it’s Paul who won’t change the subjec...

1 Corinthians #9: The Importance of the Body (1 Cor 6:12-20) Rob Woodrum (8/25/24) Download This Sunday we’ll be continuing our study in 1 Corinthians, and once again, (actually, this warning will hold true until we get to chapter 8), we will be considering topics that are for mature ears – so plan accordingly with your kids. We’ll be reading 1 Corinthians 6:12-20 . Paul continues his corrections...

1 Corinthians #8: A Life Prompted By Love (1 Cor 6:1-11) Rob Woodrum (8/18/2024) Download So, I again want to let you know that we’ll be dealing with some mature content in our teaching this Sunday – for the next few Sundays, actually. That’s just a heads up so you can plan accordingly. This Sunday we’ll be reading 1 Cor 6:1-11 in our continued study in that book. The first 8 verses of this chapte...

1 Corinthians #7: The World Is Watching (1 Cor 5:1-13) Rob Woodrum 8/11/24) Download At the opening of some TV shows or movies, you’ll often see a warning that the subject matter of that particular program isn’t suitable for younger audiences. I need to make that same disclaimer for our study on Sunday. It’s not that we’ll be covering anything graphic by any means, but there’s the possibility of a...

1 Corinthians #6: Learning the Family Dynamic (1 Cor 4:1-21) Rob Woodrum (8/4/24) Download This Sunday we’ll be covering 1 Corinthians 4:1-21 in our ongoing study of Paul’s letter. The theme of the first four chapters of 1 Corinthians deals with division in the church, and Paul’s challenge to unify. Chapter 4, in many ways, serves as a recap of all that’s gone before it. As you read the chapter, h...