In this passage, we explore both the dynamics of sin and evil our own life and Jesus’ intention to move us from bondage to freedom.

Faith is received as a gift and then strengthened by the grace-fueled effort of leaning on Jesus. In this text we see that this happens through hearing and leaning on the sovereign plan of Jesus, the surprising power of Jesus, and the willingness of Jesus toward us.

Seeing the depth of forgiving grace fuels lavish love.

Taking refuge in the Lord is freedom in an uncertain world.

Work is designed by God to be the way he cares for our world through his image-bearers.

God loves us enough to let our pride cause misery.

Through true worship, we are delivered from captivity to the “gods” of this age into strength and wholeness.

In times of threat and trouble, the Lord’s protective presence makes us confident.

Gazing at the “beauty of the Lord” creates a fearlessness for which we have been created.

Attention to God’s covenant love brings confident prayer in a world twisted toward self-preservation and self-promotion.

Jesus empowers compassion by loving with compassion.