During Advent we celebrate the first coming of Jesus, the great Immanuel. Immanuel means that we are never truly alone. God is with us in midst of our mess, our tragedies and our failures. During Advent we also long for the King to come again to make everything new.

What does a relationship with God really look like? What does God desire for my life, my relationships and my future? The book of Ephesians shows us God’s grand plan for His people and His kingdom. It’s a sweeping, epic look at God’s unfolding plan for His often forgetful people.

Jonah shows us the dark side that often hides in all of us: our anger, pride and selfishness. But as far as Jonah runs, God’s love runs further. Jonah shows us God’s unending love for prodigals and for all nations.

Sometimes life is filled with hard circumstances and difficult people. How do we love people who are hard to love? How do we find joy in the hard places of life? The story of Ruth shows us how we can learn to see the presence of God in the pain of life. Ruth shows us how God’s plan can unfold in the most unlikely places and people.

What is the church all about and why is it relevant today? Many people think of the church as outdated or filled with hypocrisy. 1 Timothy shows us about the church’s true foundation and the crucial role it plays in our world. The church is God’s family designed to support us through our most difficult moments. Join us as we learn how we can thrive as members of God’s House.