Clues

So many people look at the advances that have been made in modern science, the incredible evil that has been perpetrated on humanity by other human beings through war and violence, and the fact that “the church” seems to be filled with so many people who miss the mark of being like Jesus and come to the conclusion that there is no God.  As a matter of fact having been in ministry for over 25 years I would say the new popular thing among western young adults is atheism.  It’s in vogue not to believe in God.  The question is, are they right?  Is there good reason to abandon our faith in Jesus and His church?  

I would contend that there are clues all around us that point to a loving creator.  We might be able to discount these clues on an individual basis but when we take them in their totality I think they become a tsunami of evidence that points to the veracity of the God revealed to us in Old and New Testaments.  Over the next several weeks we are going to be looking at the Clues that are all around us pointing to the God of scripture.  

These are some of the topics we will be hitting:

04/27 The Clues of God

Our resident science guy, Jon Meek,  will be taking a look at scientific signs all through the created order that when taken in their totality point overwhelmingly to an intelligent designer behind all there is.

05/04 The Knowledge of God

Legal Eagle, Steve Duggins will use his knowledge of the law to show us that human rights and the

inherent dignity of individuals makes no sense apart from the reality of God.

Other topics will include

05/11 The Problem of Sin

05/18 Religion and the Gospel

05/25 The (True) Story of the Cross

06/1 The Reality of the Resurrection

06/8 The Dance of God

I’m very excited about this series.  For those of us who are solid in our faith, it will be a very affirming series that builds our confidence.  For those who are struggling with questions about God, I think it will clearly demonstrate that you can follow Jesus and keep your intellectual integrity, and for those who might not yet have made a decision to follow Christ it just might answer some of those nagging questions you’ve had over the years and create a pathway for you to experience the power of the living God.

I think this is a great series to invite friends who might not have made up their mind about where they stand in terms of their relationship with God.  Take a risk, grab breakfast with them before the service or lunch with them afterwards.  Who passes up a free meal?   You just may help someone connect with Jesus.  

Have a great week.

Pastor Jeff