Luke 8:26-39 “Lessons from the Land: Gergesa”

Message: Luke 8:26-39 “Lessons from the Land: Gergesa”

As we continue to visit the places Jesus ministered on the Sea of Galilee, we now move toward the darkest region of all, known as the Decapolis. This was a Gentile region where Jesus extends his ministry beyond the Jewish people and toward the Gentiles. In this place, a man who had been living in separation and exclusion was made whole and restored to his family. This man became a witness of God’s love and power among this non-believing region. The next time Jesus returned here many came out to see him.

Psalm 1 "Surprised by Pleasure - The Joy of Following God's Word"

Message: Psalm 1 "Surprised by Pleasure - The Joy of Following God's Word"

Devin Scott brings the message this week.

John 8:1-3 “Lessons from the Land: Magdala”

Message: John 8:1-3 “Lessonsfrom the Land: Magdala”

This week we visit a city called Magdala, on the Western side of the lakeshore. This is the town that Mary Magdalene was from, just seven miles south of Capernaum, Jesus’ ministry base. Jesus restored Mary’s life and she dedicated the rest of her life to him. She is mentioned more times in the Gospels than most of the Apostles. Her life is an example to us of what it looks like to be transformed by Jesus and devote ourselves to following him. Like Mary Magdalene, it is important to remember what Jesus has rescued us from and called us to.

John 14:1-4 “Lessons from the Land: Chorazin”

Message: John 14:1-4 “Lessons from the Land:Chorazin”

In Chorazin you will find an incredible example of the family home, known as an “insula.” In Jewish terminology, this was called at Bet Av, or ‘The Father’s House.’ It is not a mansion, like many westerners are prone to think of, but a community living center. When Jesus goes to the Father’s house to prepare a place for us, he is talking about bringing us into intimate community with the Father, himself, and the believing community.

Matthew 4:12-17 “Lessons from the Land: Capernaum”

Message: Matthew 4:12-17 “Lessons from the Land:Capernaum”

After being nearly thrown from a high cliff in Nazareth, Jesus moved his ministry base to Capernaum and made it his home of operation. Capernaum sat upon a major trading route along the Sea of Galilee. This enabled Jesus to reach many people from all over the surrounding world. In this message, we’ll look at our mission to learn as Jesus’ disciples and to enter the world around us with the Gospel message of hope.

Matthew 4:18-22 "Lessons from the Land: Bethsaida"

Message: Matthew 4:18-22 "Lessons from the Land: Bethsaida"

Jesus announced his ministry calling in the Synagogue in Nazareth. After this he leaves Nazareth and before beginning his ministry, he calls his disciples. In this message we’ll talk about how Jesus personally calls each of us to follow him. Following Jesus and becoming disciples who are shaped by him is our primary calling in life. Everyone who is called ‘to’ Jesus is also called ‘away’ from something else. There are things we need to leave behind in order to follow him more fully.

Matthew 2:13-18 “Lessons from the Land: Nazareth”

Message: Matthew 2:13-18 “Lessons from the Land:Nazareth”

In this message we look at Jesus’ hometown of Nazareth. This is where Jesus grew in ‘wisdom and stature with God and man.’ Jesus learned through the stories of biblical heroes and his daily activities as a builder. But Jesus discovered his identity in God, not those of his hometown. Only God can show us who we are.