Another book in the Old Testament wisdom literature, Ecclesiastes gives insight on Solomon’s search for meaning. Can we find fulfillment in this life? Christ is revealed as our Good Life.

The book of Proverbs is a collection of wisdom from God. It points us to Christ as Our Wise Counselor.

The book of Psalms is a rich collection of songs that provide instruction and worship for believers. There are many images and pictures to draw from, but one way we see Christ revealed is as our Victorious King.

The book of Job is a well-known story of a man who experienced extreme suffering. In the end, he submitted to his sovereign God. We see Christ revealed as our Living Redeemer.

In the book of Esther, the Jews face the threat of certain death. But Esther intercedes to help provide relief & deliverance for God’s people. The story of Easter tells the same story, as Christ is revealed as our Sovereign Deliverer.

Like Ezra, Nehemiah brings a group of exiles back to Jerusalem to rebuild the city. While Ezra was focused on the temple and reforms among the people, Nehemiah led Israel to rebuild the city walls. In the book of Nehemiah, we see Christ as our Rebuilding Leader.

In the book of Ezra, God’s people return from exile and rebuild the temple. Ezra serves the people as a priest and scribe, pointing us toward Christ as our Devoted Priest.

The books of 1-2 Chronicles revisit the life of David and the righteous kings who followed in his ways. The temple also plays a role as the place of God’s presence amongst his people. Christ is revealed as our Glorious Temple.

The books of 1-2 Kings show us the downfall of the united kingdom of Israel under David and Solomon to the divided kingdom under many kings, many of whom were evil. Though God’s people are often unfaithful, God proves himself faithful. Christ is revealed as our Covenant Keeper.

The books of 1st-2nd Samuel transition us from the time of the judges to the era of the kings. During this time, Israel’s greatest king, David, rises to power. In his example, we see Christ revealed as our Compassionate King.

The book of Ruth tells the story of a Jewish mother, Naomi, and her Moabite daughter-in-law, Ruth. They experience brokenness and loss, yet God provides for them through a kinsman-redeemer named Boaz. Christ is revealed in Ruth as our true and better kinsman-redeemer.

The book of Judges tell the story of Israel’s failure to follow the Lord, and the Lord’s provision of judges, or deliverers, who would save them. Judges reveals Christ as our Strong Deliverer.

The book of Joshua reveals Christ as our Conquering Warrior. He is the one who defeats our enemies and leads us into rest!

In Deuteronomy, Moses prepares the next generation of the children of Israel to enter the Promised Land. He promises them a future, greater prophet who would give them the words of God. Christ is revealed as our Great Prophet.

In Numbers, the sinful rebellion and wandering of God’s people is on full display. At the same time, we see God’s goodness and faithfulness. Here we see Christ revealed as our Merciful Healer.

In Leviticus, God reveals his holiness and his desire for us to be holy. We see Christ as our Atoning Sacrifice.

In the book of Exodus, God moves to rescue his people from Egypt. Here we see Christ as our Passover Lamb.

Genesis is the book of beginnings. Here we see Christ as our Covenant Creator.

One everyday item from our homes can help us tell the story of Christmas.

The third goal of discipleship is to root your disciple in the mission of Jesus.

The second goal of making disciples is to root your disciple in godly community with others.

The first goal of making disciples is to root your disciple in a growing relationship with Christ.

Oh, how much we have to be grateful for! We will give thanks together through an extended time of worship, Scripture reading, and personal testimony from some of our Redemption folks.

Paul concludes his letter to the Corinthians with some final instructions and parting words. As he does, he continues to show his ministry mindset. This kind of mindset that’s focused on the gospel and gospel work will bring unity and health to a local church.