First Baptist Church, Jefferson City, MO

God has chosen each of us and we in turn can invite others to the family. Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

The unity of God's people for God's purpose is a beautiful and powerful thing. Scripture: 2 Samuel 5:1-5, 9-10

Relationships are complicated. The story of Saul and David illustrates how we can honor those with whom we have mixed legacies. Scripture: 2 Samuel 1:1, 17-27

We face Goliaths of all kinds in our lives. God provide the resources for us to face them. Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1, 4-11, 40-49

God can see our potential more than we can for one another. Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:34-16:13

God hears and responds to our desires, even when they are not in out best interest. Scripture: 1 Samuel 8:4-22

We sometimes expect God to reach out in miraculous ways, when it may actually be a quiet voice in the night. Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-10

Nicodemus, like us, may came to Jesus looking for the way, not expecting him to be the way. Scripture: John 3:1-17

Our faith means we can live with hope that the problems of life are already solved. Scripture: Romans 8:22-27

When we are able to embrace one another's humanity, we can find common ground and develop meaningful relationships. Scripture: Acts 10:44-48