Jesus vs. the gods: Mammon

Mammon says: “You are SOMEBODY because of your
relationship with money.”

Jesus says, "I will see you through. Hang on to your
money loosely, and be generous. I will see you through."

In this examination of Matthew 6:19-34, we see Jesus offers a better life than Mammon.

Jesus vs. the gods: Nike

Nike, the Greek goddess of Victory, says, "You get your value from being a winner."

Jesus says, "I created you. I love you. I gave my life for you."

Which would you rather follow? (message based on Philippians 4)

Questions & Answers

An opportunity for people to ask their questions anonymously. Questions about the Bible, church, Christian faith, etc.

Why Was Jesus Baptized?

John preached a "baptism of repentance." Sinners flocked to him, repenting of their sins. So why did Jesus, a non-sinner come to be baptized?

Renewing the Covenant

At the end of his career, Joshua calls the people of Israel together to renew their covenant. Here at the New Year is a traditional time for Methodists to renew our own covenant with God.

Christmas Presents

In Philippians 2 we see how the Son, though in very nature God, did not exploit that equality but emptied himself - for our sake. Jesus is the greatest Christmas present imaginable. Have you received that gift?

Dangerous Baby Jesus?

In Matthew 2 we see that King Herod thought harmless, helpless, even cute(!) baby Jesus was dangerous. How could he have thought such a thing? Should we take Jesus as dangerous?

Living Between the Comings

During the season of Advent we remember Jesus' first coming (birth in Bethlehem) and look forward to his second coming. How do we live in this in-between-time?