From Amos 6, Ben explores how Amos boldly condemns Israel for their pride and addiction to luxury. For Christians, the passage is an invitation to the joy of repentance.Readings from this service:

Amos says “the first shall be first”. Alex and Ben discuss why, in this context, that’s not a good thing! 

It is possible to look like you’re worshipping God, when in reality, you’re worshipping yourself. But genuine worship always manifests in genuine blessing.Readings from this service:

Alex and Ben look at one of the most famous verses in Amos and explore why it might mean even more than we think.

Ben teaches on Amos 5, where the LORD holds an intervention to win back his people’s heart.Readings from this service:Amos 5: 8-17

Alex and Ben the great significance of chiasms, which seem to have very much become Ben’s focus this week.

From Amos 5, Alex explores how to find hope, even when life is hard.Readings from this service:Amos 5: 1-7

Alex and Ben examine Amos 5 in reverse order to discover how human behavior can make God feel.

Amos 4 tells the story of God’s consistent tough love in the face of Israel’s willful ignorance. It is a reminder for Christians of God’s patience and our need to repent.Readings from this service:

Ben & Alex examine covenant curses and what really matters in life.

Alex explains why the heavy prophecy of Amos 4 is, in fact, good news.Readings from this service:Amos 4: 1-5

Alex and Ben discuss bovine fecundity in the Ancient Near East and how it relates to us today. 

In Amos 3, God pronounces judgment upon Israel for betraying the covenant. The passage highlights the stark difference between the conditional covenant that God made with Israel, and the New Covenant of grace in Jesus Christ.Readings fr...

Alex and Ben discuss prophecy, covenants, and salvation, from Amos 3. 

As Amos explains that everyone will face the judgment of God, he hints at the good news that some will be delivered by God, at cost to Himself. Readings from this service:

From Amos chapter 2, Alex and Ben discuss how and why God might bring a storm, even upon His own people.

God warns Israel’s pagan neighbors that He is about to punish  their wicked ways. Judgment passages like this one remind Christians of the good news that God will punish all wickedness, and that He has himself borne the penalty for sinners...

In this special bonus episode, Chuck Gerdes tells us about his ministry with the Christian Motorcycle Association and how what they do applies to us all.

Alex and Ben discuss why we should care about conflict, even when both sides are enemies of ours. 

Alex introduces the book of Amos, explains why it is so relevant to our setting today, and shows how God always calls to His people warning them of judgment, and offering a rescue before it's too late. Readings from this service:

Alex and Ben begin our new series for the new year, with a gathering storm.

After years of waiting, Simeon and Anna see that Jesus is the embodiment of God’s consolation and redemption. Their example reminds us that God always keeps his promises.Readings from this service:

Alex points out how when an obvious prize is on offer, things that had our interest before, suddenly seem of less concern.Readings from this service:Isaiah 12: 1-6Psalm 96: 1-2, 10Luke 2: 8-20

In Luke 2 we meet angels who display God’s glory and shepherds who display man’s lowliness. The scene points to how Christ embodied both natures for our sake.Readings from this service:

Alex and Ben discuss angels, where they come from, what we know, and the role they play in our lives today.