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July 7_Lost in Translation: Romans 13

Micah looks at Romans 13 and the instructions to the Church to submit to the governing authorities. What does Paul have in his pocket when he writes this to the Church of Rome? How are we to understand these verses for our time and our day?

June 30_Lost in Translation: Can We Trust the Bible? (Part Two)

In a follow up to last weeks message, Micah shares his thoughts on the trustworthiness of the Bible, and the position in which we hold the Bible as a faith community.

June 23_Lost in Translation: Can We Trust the Bible? (Part One)

Joel Lawrence shares about the origins of the Bible, and offers his perspective on how this book came to be and its purpose as God's word and a revelation of God's self.

This is Part One of this discussion, and we would highly encourage you to listen to Part Two as you engage this topic.

June 16th_Lost in Translation: Jacob and Esau

Micah looks at Genesis 27 and the story of Jacob and Esau, but also of Rebekah. Rebekah hears a word from the Lord and works within the systems of her time to move the story of God forwards.

June 9_Lost in Translation: Abraham and Isaac

Micah looks at Genesis 22 and God's request to Abraham to sacrifice his only son, Isaac.

June 2: Confirmation Sunday

We celebrate the high school students who have completed the first Confirmation Class of Awaken!

May 26_Formational Target: Pilgrimage

Micah returns to the Formational Target of Pilgrimage and shares about Awaken's experience on the Urban Camino. 

May 19th_Formational Target: Listening

Sam Randall speaks on listening and the importance of asking good questions. What does it mean to be a good listener? What does it mean to listen and ask questions like Jesus? 

May 12th_Corner: Generosity of Things Less Seen

Micah wraps up our series on Generosity looking at John 8 and the generosity of things less seen. Will we be people who are generous with our assumptions, with our compassion, and generous towards ourselves?

May 5th_Corner: 100% is our Goal

Micah looks a few core principles about giving towards the church, or any organization. Do you align with the organizations mission, vision, and values? Do you trust the leadership? Does participating in the community bring value to your life? If so, do you invest in a way that is regular, proportionate, sacrificial, and cheerful?