By Jessica McKillip The oracle that Habakkuk the prophet saw. O Lord, how long shall I cry for help, and you will not hear?Or cry to you “Violence!” and you will not save? Why do you make me see iniquity, and why do you idly look at wrong?Destruction and violence are before me; strife and contention arise. So the …
Common Themes
Like many of you, I'm looking forward to diving deeper into the little book of Habakkuk this session. With just a little under 60 verses total, this poetic prophecy can easily be overlooked. Yet, its kernel truth is quoted three times in the New Testament and its themes are ones that are relevant thousands of …
It’s Not Too Late
Our first Equip Her class of the winter season starts in just 3 days! It's not too late to register, though. Whether you are planning to join our Sunday morning or our Tuesday morning session, you still have time to get your spot. Just click on the appropriate registration link below, and we'll see you …
New Year, New Study
The first week of a new year is a great time to set goals and get back into routine with a renewed determination. I've done my fair share of that this week. What I have not done is take down my Christmas decorations. Anybody with me? I know there is a large group of you …
Whispers from God
This week we saw a very different side of Elijah. A fragile side. A vulnerable side. A very human side. What blessed me the most about this season in Elijah’s journey was how God showed up. He didn’t judge. He didn’t scold. He didn’t abandon Elijah at his neediest. He was there. Always and completely …
Two Choices
By Gail Peo Do you ever wonder how people can hear or see the same things and come to radically different conclusions? Elijah knew that the Israelites were torn between two opinions: following the LORD or following Baal. He proposed a challenge to the people to determine who was the superior god. “Now let them …
The Holy Spirit and Fire
By Katie Kafka Let's dig deeper into the miraculous moment on Mount Carmel where God’s glory is on full display (1 Kings 18:30-40). We see His power outshine pagan gods and pagan efforts at a place where pagan worship was normative, even legislated. Our study gives us a chance to pause and explore who God …
Showdown on Mount Carmel
By Jessica McKillip Finally, after three and a half years of drought, everyone is gathered at Mount Carmel for what most believed would be the ultimate showdown. King Ahab is there with 450 prophets of Baal and 400 prophets of the Asherah. Elijah stands alone. Elijah asks the people, “‘How long will you hesitate between two opinions? If the …
Running Toward the Fire
You’ve got to love Obadiah, don’t you? He’s relatable. An ordinary man going about his day job, and yet God used him to do some important things. He’s been given a bad rap about his obvious fear, but that’s what makes him so relatable, right? Who isn’t afraid when life hangs in the balance? That’s …
Refined by Family
This week, we’re looking at how God provided for Elijah after his solitude and before his showdown. God put Elijah in a home and with a family. To understand what makes this scene in Elijah’s story so important, let’s get back to the beginning with the very first family. The Bible tells us that in …
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