The Cross and the Crown

What do we do with Naomi's plan, Ruth's approach, and Boaz's reaction at the threshing floor scene in Ruth chapter 3? Do the ends justify the means? How do we ensure that as believers, both the ends and the means of our plans glorify God and show Him clearly in the world? How does Ruth chapter 3 point us to the greater work of a greater Kinsman-Redeemer who is both the end and the means of our sal...

What does the second chapter of the book of Ruth reveal about the character of both Ruth and Boaz? What truths can we glean about the difficulties of living during the Period of the Judges? How does this chapter point us to the wonders of Christ? 

The book of Ruth has often been referred to as the "lily in the mud pond of the period of the Judges." In this session, we will examine the life of Naomi's family, their conditions, peril, responses to tragedy, and the beautiful picture of faithfulness seen in Ruth. 

How can believers learn to wrestle with disappointment? What are the consequences for us if it festers? How does disappointment help us evaluate the source of our hope? How can it teach us to look to Christ in the midst of our crises? 

What do the Proverbs and the rest of Scripture teach us in regards to jealousy? 

We exist to proclaim the excellencies of God by equipping and mobilizing believers to share and show the gospel of Jesus Christ by the power of the Holy Spirit. How does our knowing God impact our making Him known?

Anger is a very real emotion. How do the Scriptures teach us to process anger within our hearts? In turn, how should that impact how it manifests in our lives?  

What does the fascinating history and song of Deborah and Barak teach us about the character of God and the purpose of His people? What lessons can the church today learn from this period of Israelite history? 

What is the history of VBS? What are its aims? What guardrails should we put in place as we plan for VBS?

What can Proverbs teach us about friendship? What wisdom can we glean in cultivating, maintaining, and restoring friendship? Where can we look to find the perfect friend? 

What is the book of Amos all about? How does it fit into the overall narrative of Scripture? How does it point us to Christ and deepen our understanding of the gospel?  

In this episode, we will examine how Ecclesiastes fits into Hebrew Wisdom Literature, the Old Testament, and Scripture as a whole, ultimately pointing us to Christ, the Wisdom of God, Shepherd, and Overseer of our souls.

How does the book of Deuteronomy fit into the overall plotline of the Torah, the Old Testament, and ultimately the entire narrative of Scripture? How does this precious book point us to the person and work of Christ? 

In this overview of the book of Hosea, we examine the graphic illustration and meaning behind Hosea's relationship with Gomer. As we see Israel confronted with judgment, we are allowed to peer behind the curtain and see the root causes of their sin. Foremost, in spite of impending doom, we are given a promise of restoration upon repentance. 

In this overview of the book of Proverbs, we will examine its authors, major divisions, and how the book fits together as one coherent whole. In addition, we will explore how the book is intended to be read in its own right, as part of the wisdom literature of the Old Testament, and how it fits together with the entirety of Scripture, ultimately pointing us to Christ, who is for us the wisdom of G...

Titus leaves us with questions we must confront. How should our churches be organized? Why is it so vital to disciple the next generation? What role does grace play in the Christian's walk? How then shall we live? 

What are the consequences of a church's disregard for sound doctrine? What are the marks, order, and nature of church discipline?

How do the truths found in Titus help ground motherhood in the gospel of Christ? 

Though we are not made new in Christ  by  good works, we are certainly made new in Christ  for  good works. Examining this theme across the book of Titus, Cory digs in to how good works adorn the doctrine of God our Savior. 

In this session, we will examine the classical orthodox definition of the Trinity. In what ways does Titus help us see the truths of orthodoxy in regard to how we understand the Trinity? 

How are we to speak as believers? What do our words reveal about us? What are we to  not  say? What are we to say? What gives us the power to change how we speak? What does it look like to align our lives with the mission of Christ in the world? 

How should the believer interact with their government? What kind of citizen are we to be? To which Kingdom will we ultimately declare allegiance? Does this mean that we are to neglect working for the good of our earthly kingdoms in which we find ourselves? 

In one of the most beautiful and rich expositions of the gospel, Paul delivers to Titus a theological treaty meant to change everything about how we live.

What is it that Titus is called to declare? On what does his authority with which he is to encourage and rebuke rest? How do we encourage and rebuke? Why do we encourage and rebuke? 

What is the aim and substance of this glorious text? How does Paul arrive at this conclusion? See the person, price and purpose of the blessed hope of the gospel!