On this episode of Following Jesus with Christ Church, pastors Andrew Vandermaas and Addison Hawkins talk with the Regional Director for Campus Outreach West Michigan. During this episode we learn about the heart of Campus Outreach and their desire to see the gospel of grace through Jesus Christ reach thousands of young lives during their college years.
In 2 Kings 3 we are reminded that “wicked people" can do good things and “good people” make unwise choices. In the end we are dependent on the blessing of the Lord who once again shows that his grace is better than anything this life has to offer and is greater than we can imagine.
As Elisha begins his prophetic ministry we see the potency of the word of the Lord through him to both bless and to curse. As we seek to live our lives before the Lord we are invited to see the one who is greater than Elisha that has come to endure the curse of God in order that we might know His lavish blessing.
In I Kings 22:51 - 2 Kings 1:18, Ahab fades from our story but Elijah is called into confrontation with Ahab’s son, Ahaziah. Unfortunately Ahaziah “walks in the ways of his father and mother” and discovers the emptiness of pursuing a life apart from YHWH. But YHWH is patient and continues to pursue a people, even when they seem determined to walk away from him.
On this episode of Following Jesus with Christ Church, pastors Andrew Vandermaas and Addison Hawkins discuss the recent events that have sparked some racial tensions. Join us as we dialogue about the pain that is there, the gospel invitation and some resources to aid us in our journey of listening and learning.
Despite the rebellion of our hearts and the presence of flawed systems around us, the character of YHWH fills His world, enacting justice and showing his great heart of mercy to all who will yield to him.
1Kings 20 seemingly deviates from the story we have been following thus far. But is that really true? As we dive into this narrative that is akin to an epic, God reveals to us a message he was seeking to teach king Ahab. That he is the LORD, sovereign over all, merciful to whom he chooses, and working with and through unexpected means. In this upside down Kingdom, we see that our primary allegiance must be to King Jesus, the messiah.
On this episode of Following Jesus with Christ Church pastors Andrew Vander Maas and Addison Hawkins reflect on where we have been and wrap up the premier season of Following Jesus with Christ Church.
