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.
On this episode of Following Jesus with Christ Church, pastors Andrew and Addison talk with members Rob Laplaca and Rebekah Courtney. Rob and Rebekah are due to get married this summer.
On this episode of Following Jesus with Christ Church, pastors Andrew and Addison talk with long time member Dan Denk. Dan is working on a book project and took some time to discuss the content of that book, Christian joy, with us.
