Mars Hill

2 Corinthians 10:1-6

2 Corinthians 6:3-10

2 Corinthians 5:16-21

2 Corinthians 5:16-21

2 Corinthians 5:1-9

2 Corinthians 4:7-11

 2 Corinthians 2:14-17

2 Cor 1: 3-5

Deuteronomy 34:1-5

Deuteronomy 30:11-20

Number 21:4-9

Moses gathers the people to look into the promised land, inviting them to consider the gifts God will give and also warning them not to forget the Lord in times of plenty. The invitation here, as it was for the disciples and us, is to the 'with-God' life! Deuteronomy 6:4-9 Questions to consider— Withward [Community]: How is my understanding of and engagement with the church being formed during thi...

During the confusing and contentious wilderness wanderings, the Israelites faced a leadership crisis. God's power was demonstrated through a simple piece of wood, and a generational memory [passed down to us] was formed to inspire and challenge those who would come later.  Numbers 17:1-7 Questions to consider— Forward [Journey]: What is a practical next step I can take in my journey of follow...

What makes this night different from all other nights? This is the question posed by observant Jews regarding the celebration of the Passover in Exodus and Deuteronomy. This is the celebration of God's action that calls us [now in Christ] to depart from oppression, fear, and anxiety on our way to freedom and true rest in God.  Deuteronomy 16: 1-8 Questions to consider— Backward [Roots]: What...

God desires to communicate with humans in ways we can understand. The Day of Atonement highlights three pathways through which God speaks and avenues we can use to orient our lives toward thriving.  Leviticus 23:26-32 Questions to consider— Upward [Celebration]: Which attributes of God am I noticing and delighting in throughout the Gathering? Forward [Journey]: What is a practical next step I...

Could it be that out of the fire of judgment upon these two Levitical priests, God is calling people to a new relationship? To stay in the long game of following Jesus? Leviticus 10: 1-3 Questions to consider— Upward [Celebration]: Which attributes of God am I noticing and delighting in throughout the Gathering? Forward [Journey]: What is a practical next step I can take in my journey of following...

More than just laws or even commands, these 10 words from God serve as relational promises. Encounter these gifts in a fresh way as we look at Exodus 20 in its context.  Exodus 20: 1-4 Questions to consider— Forward [Journey]: What is a practical next step I can take in my journey of following the way of Jesus? Outward [Service]: Who or where might God be calling me to care about more deeply...

How do we respond in the face of a divine interruption? Moses' dialogue with God in Exodus 3 and 4 might provide an example of a healthy and honest way to discern one's next steps of obedience when God comes calling. Exodus 3:1-10 Questions to consider— Upward [Celebration]: Which attributes of God am I noticing and delighting in throughout the Gathering? Forward [Journey]: What is a practical nex...

Genesis 22:1-5

We were made to partner with God in the stewarding and flourishing of creation: Being truly human, we recognize that we are not God and are certainly no less than human. Hear the call to surrender and true freedom.  Genesis 1:26-2:3 Exodus 14:26-31 Questions to consider— Backward [Roots]: What personal stories, Biblical narratives, or church traditions are being drawn to my mind in this Gathe...

Isaiah 65:1-5

The Pentecost event: the giving of the Holy Spirit, birth of the Church, power from on high, and more. Amidst this is the story of regular people, empowered by the Spirit of God, who speak of the wonders of God in language their neighbors can understand. Could this be good news AND a challenge for us? Acts 2:1-12 Questions to consider— Withward [Community]: How is my understanding of and engagemen...

Jesus says to his disciples, "It is better for you that I go..." At first glance, the ascension of Jesus does not always feel like good news, and yet, it is full of unexpected hope and blessing! Acts 1: 1-11 Questions to consider— Upward [Celebration]: Which attributes of God am I noticing and delighting in throughout the Gathering? Forward [Journey]: What is a practical next step I can take in my...

The Psalmist invites us to have our lives revolve around one thing: seeking the presence of God. Being with God is the central call of our discipleship - not out of duty or performance - but joy!   Psalm 27:1-8 Questions to consider— Upward [Celebration]: Which attributes of God am I noticing and delighting in throughout the Gathering? Forward [Journey]: What is a practical next step I c...