Sunday School
Arrested and Freed
Acts 5:17-26 Doing amazing signs and wonders impressed the followers but also caught the attention of their enemies. Pastor Rod Bunton teaches about the jealousy of the high priest and the Sadducees, which ultimately resulted in increased persecution of the apostles; however, this only revealed that God remains in control of the situation.
Glorifying God in the Digital Age
Pastor Doug Link emphasizes our primary purpose, which is to glorify God. He provides us with the reasons behind this purpose, describes how this manifests in our daily walk, and offers insights on how we can leverage our smart devices to achieve this desired goal.
The Danger of Growing in Secret Vices
Pastor Ben Khazraee focuses on the ways our devices facilitate our vices, not just the apparent ones like lust and materialism, but also gambling, gossip, and a general lack of self-control. He also suggests biblical solutions to help us address these issues and cultivate virtuous habits.
Signs and Wonders
Acts 5:12-16 Following a highly publicized disciplinary measure to address internal persecution, the church experienced significant growth. Pastor Rod Bunton begins a report on unity and expansion, while the apostles adhered to the pattern set by Jesus by performing signs and wonders to evangelize those outside the church.
We Get Lonely
Pastor Doug Link delves into the pervasive issue of loneliness in our modern lives. Ironically, technology, which was touted as a means of enhancing connectivity, has only contributed to our isolation and may not offer a solution to this pressing problem.
Ananias and Sapphira
Acts 5:1-11 After witnessing the exemplary response of the new church members to the external persecution faced by Peter and John, they encountered a new challenge: internal persecution. Pastor Rod Bunton recounts the story of Ananias and Sapphira, who sought recognition for their own financial contributions.
Responding to Persecution – Part 2
Acts 4:24-35 Peter and John’s persecution by the Jewish leaders demonstrates how they responded to a challenge to their unwavering commitment to obeying God. Pastor Rod Bunton identifies three more points that illuminate the appropriate course of action when confronted with persecution in our own lives.
The Danger of Being Discipled by Our Devices
Pastor Ben Khazraee guides us through the subtle ways in which our intelligent devices and the content they offer can serve as teachers, influencing our behavior and shaping our lives.
Responding to Persecution – Part 1
Acts 4:8-23 Peter and John’s persecution by the Jewish leaders demonstrates how they responded to a challenge to their unwavering commitment to obeying God. Pastor Rod Bunton identifies three key points that illuminate the appropriate course of action when confronted with persecution in our own lives.
Biblical Wisdom for our Digital Media Consumption and Production
Pastor Doug Link examines the perilous allure of an ever-expanding digital content landscape, highlighting the ease with which content can be published without any constraints.
The First Persecution of the Church
Acts 4:1-22 After Peter preached to the crowd that had just witnessed a healing miracle, the Jewish leaders became annoyed and questioned their right to preach about Jesus. Pastor Rod Bunton describes the scene where the intimidation of the Sadducees was met by the boldness of the Holy Spirit empowering these men of God. Biblical Understanding of Authority booklet
The Danger of Losing Discernment (and the Ability to Think)
Pastor Ben Khazraee offers an insightful survey of how digital technology can overwhelm us with an abundance of information, making it challenging to discern what is accurate, useful, and advantageous for our well-being.