Psalm 101
Jake Chambers, pastor and church planter of Local Church, walks through Psalm 101, an invitation for believers to be deliberate and intentional in pursuing Christ, despite the siren calls of our culture.
The Parables of the Kingdom (Matthew 13:1-52) | Michael Bouterse
The Parables of the Kingdom (Matthew 13:1-52)
God has a plan, and he’s let us in on it! In this message, Michael Bouterse, Thrive’s local director, turns to Matthew 13:1-52, where Jesus gives his disciples a “big reveal” about the future of his kingdom. On the one hand, Jesus teaches the disciples that the kingdom has arrived. But it’s arrived in a much different form than they’d expected! During this present age, the world is living in rejection of Jesus, the king. For now, therefore, the kingdom exists in a provisional, spiritual form, till one day the king returns and reigns on earth, bringing the kingdom to its consummation.
Scripture passages cited (or alluded to) in this message include Matthew 9:3, 11; 12:24; Mark 4:11-12; Daniel 2:44; Revelation 21:4; John 3:16; and Ezekiel 36:26.
Revelation: An Overview | Michael Bouterse
Revelation: An Overview
“Scary,” “weird,” “confusing”—these are common first impressions of the Book of Revelation. In this message, Michael Bouterse, Thrive’s local director, gives an overview of this last book of the Bible, which reveals how history will come to a close. And the best part? Jesus gets the final word!
Scripture passages cited (or alluded to) in this message include Revelation 1:1-3, 9, 17-19; 4:1, 11; 5:9; 7:9; 11:2; 12:1-4; 13:5; 20:11-15; 21:1-4; 22:7, 10, 18, 19; Genesis 37:9; 2 Thessalonians 2:1-2; 2 Peter 3:10-12; 1 John 3:2-3; Jeremiah 32:1-15; and Matthew 24:8.
The Second Coming (Matthew 24) | Michael White
The Second Coming (Matthew 24)
Jesus is coming again—and soon! Yet today the Second Coming is often given little attention. Offering an overview of what Christians ought to know about Jesus' return, guest speaker Michael White zeroes in on what Matthew 24 says about the Second Coming, incorporating other material regarding God's plan for the ages from throughout the Scriptures.
Repentance (Psalm 51) | D'Vante Rolle
Repentance (Psalm 51)
D'Vante Rolle of One Hope Church walks through Psalm 51 in a powerful message on the importance of repentance in the life of a Christian.
What Marks You? (Galatians 6:11-18) | Tim Cedarland
What Marks You? (Galatians 6:11-18)
Tim Cedarland, Thrive's regional director, opens up the last section of Galatians—a brief intermission from Thrive's series on Romans. In Galatians 6:11-18 Paul explains what marks the Judaizers (6:12-13), what marks true believers (6:14-16), and what marked him (6:17). Believers, as opposed to mere legalists, are known not only for their love for people but also for their boasting in Christ rather than externals. The Judaizers, on the other hand, looked to empty rituals for their righteousness and as a result were callous toward people and coveted glory for themselves. Passages cited (or alluded to) in this message include Galatians 6:11-18; 1 Samuel 2:19; 1 Corinthians 15:58; John 7:38; and Galatians 2:20.
The Gospel of Mephibosheth | David Shohradov
The Gospel of Mephibosheth
David Shohradov, one of Thrive's own, opens up the story of Mephibosheth from 2 Samuel. Mephibosheth was a lame man whom the king invited to sit at his table. This is just what Jesus has done for us!
Zacchaeus | Tim Cedarland
Zacchaeus (Luke 19:1-10)
Tim Cedarland, Thrive's regional director, opens up the story of Zacchaeus from Luke 19:1-10. Jesus' ministry with Zacchaeus sums up the entirety of what His mission was about: "to seek and to save what was lost" (Luke 19:10).