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Curtis wraps up our series learning from Black theologians by comparing two different images that could be used to describe our faith: a wall or a web. 

We're learning how to read Revelation better these next two sermons. In this one, Meredith follows the lead of Black theologians in how they read the Apocalyptic parts of the book.

We're learning how to read Revelation better in these two sermons. In this second week, Meredith follows the lead of Black theologians in how they read and understand the violence of the book.

We continue to learn how to read the Bible better by looking at how Black theologians understand Jesus' words to Pilate, that his kingdom is "not of this world". 

As we continue our series learning from Black theologians, Meredith looks at why John tells us to love one another. 

As part of our series learning from Black theologians, Curtis looks at the importance of a complete understanding of Sin. 

As part of our series learning from Black theologians, Meredith looks at freedom in Galatians.

In this series, Black theologians are teaching us to read the Bible better. This week, they help us see what Paul meant when he talked about unity in Galatians and elsewhere. (Spoiler: in exactly the opposite way that many white churches interpret it)

In this new series, we are seeing what we can learn from Black theologians, and how they can help us to read the Bible better. In this first sermon, Meredith starts us off where Black theology starts off, with the centrality of liberation and freedom in the Biblical story.  What does it mean that our God is a God of liberation?

We are wrapping up our walk through Matthew with one final Backdrop episode. In this one, Curtis dives into the arrest, trial, and crucifixion of Jesus. 

We've come to the end of our journey through Matthew! In this sermon, Curtis looks at the words from Jesus that Matthew saw fit to end his gospel with, what is often called the Great Commission. 

As we draw close to the end of Matthew's Gospel, Meredith looks at four responses to Jesus that we find in chapters 26 and 27. 

In this special Backdrop, we look at all things afterlife.  Hat tip to N.T. Wright and his big green book!

As we arrive at the climactic chapters of Matthew, Curtis looks at the story of a woman anointing Jesus and asks why she "gets it", and how we can too. 

This episode of the Backdrop is Apocalyptic.

We continue our journey through the book of Matthew with Meredith looking at the difference between participation and destination as the goal of the Kingdom of God. 

On this episode of the Backdrop, woe to the Pharisees, Jesus is King, and Caesar is not. Also, death and taxes.

As we continue our journey through Matthew, Meredith looks at how Jesus is God's wisdom, and what that means for us.   Connect with us on instagram [at]PomonaValleyChurch, or join us in "Zoom worship" Sundays at 9am Pacific. Find a link on our website, PomonaValleyChurch.com

As we continue our journey through Matthew, Curtis talks about the end of the world...sort of.   Connect with us on instagram [at]PomonaValleyChurch, or join us in "Zoom worship" Sundays at 9am Pacific. Find a link on our website, PomonaValleyChurch.com

On this episode of the Backdrop, we talk about children, camels, celibacy, and more! 

As we continue our journey through Matthew, Curtis looks at what exactly the Pharisees got wrong, and what that can teach us about following Jesus.   Connect with us on instagram [at]PomonaValleyChurch, or join us in "Zoom worship" Sundays at 9am Pacific. Find a link on our website, PomonaValleyChurch.com

As we continue our journey through Matthew, Curtis looks at the parables Jesus tells in chapters 21 and 22. Also, Hell. Connect with us on instagram [at]PomonaValleyChurch, or join us in "Zoom worship" Sundays at 9am Pacific. Find a link on our website, PomonaValleyChurch.com

On this episode of the Backdrop, Jesus wins arguments, loses? arguments, and hands out keys.

On this final episode of our mini-series of pods, Curtis read about the Civil Rights movement and Black Theology. Also, Dr. King was brilliant.

This year for Easter, Meredith looks to the obvious place, Leviticus.