Bible Study

A Long-Expected Shepherd King (Long-Expected Jesus — Lesson 2)

Pastor Aaron Roberts (Worship Pastor) - ​​​​​Matthew 2:1-12​; Micah 5:1-6​ (Matthew ​1:1; 2:1-12​; 4; Micah​ 1:1; 5:1-6​; 2 Samuel 5:1-2; 7:12-16; 8; 1 Samuel 5; 13:14; 16:1 & 11; Acts 13:22; 2 Peter 1:4; John 10:11-18; 15; Revelation 19:11-16; Hebrews 13:20-21)
 
Matthew 2 contains the story of the wise men, and a prophecy foretelling the birth of a ruler in Bethlehem. But why is this story here at all? And what does it tell us about the person and ministry of Jesus Christ?
This week we ask what it means that Jesus is a Shepherd King, and how it should shape the way we view his working in our lives.
 
Series description:
Each year, Christians around the world read the Christmas story and reflect on the incredible coming of our Savior, Jesus. At first glance, it might seem like a simple narrative, but the account recorded in the Gospel of Matthew contains numerous quotations and allusions to the Old Testament. Have you ever wondered why they are there? What do they mean, and what do they reveal about Jesus?In this three-week Bible study, we will explore the Old Testament prophecies referenced in Matthew’s Christmas narrative. Together, we’ll dive deep into what they tell us about Jesus, the mission he came to fulfill, and, ultimately, what these truths mean for us today.
 
Long-Expected Jesus
Prophecy Fulfilled According to Matthew
 
Lesson 2: A Long-Expected Shepherd King
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I. The Prophecy
II. The Old Testament Context(s)
III. The Fulfillment
IV. The Application
A. Jesus truly is the Messiah.
B. Jesus' coming is an invitation to all who would believe.
C. Jesus is both the Good Shepherd and King of Kings
 
Lesson 2 - Notes

A Long-Expected Sign (Long-Expected Jesus — Lesson 1)

Pastor Aaron Roberts (Worship Pastor) - ​​​​​John 15:12-15 (John 15:12-15; Galatians 6:1-2; Proverbs 17:17; 18:24; 27:17; James 5:16; 1 Peter 4:9; Philippians 2:3-5)
 
“Immanuel - God with us.” In Matthew 1, we read that Jesus’ birth fulfilled Isaiah’s prophecy of a coming sign, a sign of God’s promise to be with his people. Over 700 years before his birth, the prophet Isaiah predicts a coming Immanuel - in what ways does Jesus fulfill what Isaiah foretold? In this study, we dig deep into the Immanuel prophecy and discover what it tells us about Jesus and our relationship with him.
 
Series description:
Each year, Christians around the world read the Christmas story and reflect on the incredible coming of our Savior, Jesus. At first glance, it might seem like a simple narrative, but the account recorded in the Gospel of Matthew contains numerous quotations and allusions to the Old Testament. Have you ever wondered why they are there? What do they mean, and what do they reveal about Jesus?In this three-week Bible study, we will explore the Old Testament prophecies referenced in Matthew’s Christmas narrative. Together, we’ll dive deep into what they tell us about Jesus, the mission he came to fulfill, and, ultimately, what these truths mean for us today.
 
Long-Expected Jesus
Prophecy Fulfilled According to Matthew
 
Lesson 1: A Long-Expected Sign
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​I. The Prophecy
II. The Old Testament Context
III. The Fulfillment
IV. The Application
 
Lesson 1 - Notes

How to Be a Friend (How to Human — Week 4)

Pastor Chris Andrews (Associate Pastor) - ​​​​​John 15:12-15 (John 15:12-15; Galatians 6:1-2; Proverbs 17:17; 18:24; 27:17; James 5:16; 1 Peter 4:9; Philippians 2:3-5)
 
Be the kind of friend you want to have.Jesus redefines friendship as sacrificial love. Friendship isn’t about convenience — it’s about commitment, honesty, and shared pursuit of God. True friends challenge and encourage each other to grow spiritually.
 
Series description:
Life would be easier if people were perfect — but God designed us to grow through relationships, not apart from them.How to Human is a four-week Bible study about learning to love people the way God does — through connection, grace, forgiveness, friendship, and hospitality.Each week takes a practical and biblical look at how to handle real-life relationships in a world full of imperfect people. Whether you’ve been hurt, frustrated, or just trying to be a better friend, this series helps believers rediscover God’s heart for human connection.
 
How to Human — Learning to Love, Forgive, and Get Along; God's WayWeek 4: How to Be a Friend
 
​I. What is Biblical Friendship?
A. willingness to sacrifice for each other's benefit
B. commitment to follow Jesus
C. openness and honesty
D. shared relationship with God
 
II. What is Worldly Friendship?
 
III. How Can I Make Friends
A. be a friend
B. practice hospitality
C. be intentional 
 
Week 4 - Notes

When Someone Hurts You: Forgiveness (How to Human — Week 3)

Pastor Matt Hodge (Discipleship Pastor) - ​​​​​Matthew 18​ (Matthew 5:23-24; 18:11, 18-19, 21-22 & 28-35; Luke 17:3-5​; Romans 12:17-21​ & 23-27; Colossians 2:13-15​; 3:13; Ephesians 4:32​; Mark 11:25-26​)
 
Forgiveness is not easy, but it is possible because of the Gospel!In this lesson, we explore what forgiveness truly means, why it’s essential for our hearts and relationships, and how we can put it into practice in everyday life. Using Scripture as our guide, we’ll uncover how God calls us to release anger, bitterness, and vengeance, extend mercy to others, and trust Him with justice. Whether you’re struggling to forgive or want to understand the heart of God’s grace, this lesson will equip and inspire you to live a life marked by freedom, peace, and restoration.
 
Series description:
Life would be easier if people were perfect — but God designed us to grow through relationships, not apart from them.How to Human is a four-week Bible study about learning to love people the way God does — through connection, grace, forgiveness, friendship, and hospitality.Each week takes a practical and biblical look at how to handle real-life relationships in a world full of imperfect people. Whether you’ve been hurt, frustrated, or just trying to be a better friend, this series helps believers rediscover God’s heart for human connection.
 
How to Human — Learning to Love, Forgive, and Get Along; God's WayWeek 3: When Someone Hurts You (Forgiveness)
 
I. Forgiveness ​definedII. Forgiveness ​illustratedIII. Forgiveness ​explainedA. ​forgiveness ​acknowledges the ​offenseB. ​forgiveness ​seeks ​restoration & ​reconciliationC. ​forgiveness ​is ​committed to ​a ​resolutionIV. Forgiveness ​practicedV. Forgiveness ​demanded
 
Week 3 - Notes

Resolving Conflict (How to Human — Week 2)

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - ​​​​​Matthew 5:9, 23-24 & 44; 7:3-5; 18:15; Ephesians 4:1-3 & 26-27 & 30-32; Proverbs 12:18; 13:10; 16:7, 18 & 20; 20:3; 29:23; 1 John 4:20-21; James 1:19; Romans 14:12-13; 15:1-2
 
You can’t avoid conflict, but you can honor God through it.Conflict reveals character. Instead of reacting with anger, believers are called to respond with humility, patience, and grace. The goal isn’t to win an argument — it’s to preserve unity and reflect Christ.
 
Series description:
Life would be easier if people were perfect — but God designed us to grow through relationships, not apart from them.How to Human is a four-week Bible study about learning to love people the way God does — through connection, grace, forgiveness, friendship, and hospitality.Each week takes a practical and biblical look at how to handle real-life relationships in a world full of imperfect people. Whether you’ve been hurt, frustrated, or just trying to be a better friend, this series helps believers rediscover God’s heart for human connection.
 
How to Human — Learning to Love, Forgive, and Get Along; God's WayWeek 2: Resolving Conflict
 
Fact #1 - Conflict is part of life
Fact #2 - Conflict turns to sin when it is resolved
Fact #3 - Unresolved conflict hinders your fellowship with God
Fact #4 - Unresolved conflict always gets worse
 
Steps to resolving conflict:
1. It starts with you
2. Make the first move
3. Use the power of humility
4. Listen for their hurts
5. Do what's right and leave the rest to God
 
Week 2 - Notes

Made for Connection (How to Human — Week 1)

Pastor Chris Andrews (Associate Pastor) - ​​​​​Ecclesiastes 4:9-12 (Genesis 2:18; Ecclesiastes 4:9-12; Hebrews 10:24-25; 1 Peter 5:8; Galatians 6:2; Matthew 5:9; 22:37-40; 28:19; 1 Corinthians 12:12-14)
 
You were created for community, not isolation.From the very beginning, God designed people for connection — to Him and to one another. Faith is not meant to be lived in solitude. Relationships strengthen, encourage, and keep us grounded in God’s purpose.
 
Series description:
Life would be easier if people were perfect — but God designed us to grow through relationships, not apart from them.How to Human is a four-week Bible study about learning to love people the way God does — through connection, grace, forgiveness, friendship, and hospitality.Each week takes a practical and biblical look at how to handle real-life relationships in a world full of imperfect people. Whether you’ve been hurt, frustrated, or just trying to be a better friend, this series helps believers rediscover God’s heart for human connection.
 
How to Human — Learning to Love, Forgive, and Get Along; God's WayWeek 1: Made for Connection
 
​3 Rules for Life
Rule #1: Life isn't meant to be lived alone.
Rule #2: We're better and stronger together.
Rule #3: With God at the center, relationships thrive.
 
Week 1 - Notes

Redeemed (Ruth - God's Redemptive Love Story: Lesson 4)

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - ​​​​​​​Ruth 1:20-21; 3:1-18; 4:1-22; Deuteronomy 25:5; 1 Corinthians 6:11; 2 Corinthians 1:21; Job 29:14; Ezekiel 16:8; John 6:37; 1 Thessalonians 5:22; Judges 17:6; 1 Peter 1:18; Romans 6:23; Galatians 3:13; Revelation 5:9
 
The book of Ruth is more than just a love story—it’s a powerful picture of our redemption story. Throughout these chapters, we see faith, redemption, and God’s providence beautifully at work.Ruth’s bold trust and Boaz’s integrity lead to a story of restoration and grace. Through their obedience, God not only redeems their circumstances but also weaves Ruth into the lineage of David, leading to the birth of Jesus.This story powerfully reveals the unchanging faithfulness of God, even in the midst of brokenness.
 
Series description:
In the book of Ruth, we see God’s providence at work—weaving redemption out of loss, love out of loyalty, and hope out of despair.
What begins with famine, grief, and bitterness unfolds into a story of faithful devotion, divine provision, and unexpected grace.
Through Ruth’s courage and Boaz’s kindness, God restores a broken family—and lays the foundation for the coming of Christ, our ultimate Redeemer.
Ruth reminds us that even in our darkest chapters, God is writing a redemptive story far greater than we can imagine.
 
Ruth — God's Redemptive Love StoryLesson 4Redeemed
 
1. Redemption addresses our debt.
2. Redemption addresses His payment for our debt.
3. Redemption addresses our relationship to Christ.
4. Redemption explains our response to Christ.
 
Lesson 4 - Notes

Handfuls on Purpose (Ruth - God's Redemptive Love Story: Lesson 3)

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - ​​​​​​​Ruth 2:1-23; 3:1-10; Psalms 37:23; Ephesians 4:29; John 1:14-17; Deuteronomy 25:5; 1 Corinthians 6:11; 2 Corinthians 1:21; Job 29:14; Ezekiel 16:8
 
Have you ever been broke? Truly short on resources—with no hope in sight to meet your needs.Even in times like these, God is faithful. He steps into our needs in unexpected ways. If you want to see this in action, just listen to Ruth’s testimony of God’s surprising and powerful provision.
 
Series description:
In the book of Ruth, we see God’s providence at work—weaving redemption out of loss, love out of loyalty, and hope out of despair.
What begins with famine, grief, and bitterness unfolds into a story of faithful devotion, divine provision, and unexpected grace.
Through Ruth’s courage and Boaz’s kindness, God restores a broken family—and lays the foundation for the coming of Christ, our ultimate Redeemer.
Ruth reminds us that even in our darkest chapters, God is writing a redemptive story far greater than we can imagine.
 
Ruth — God's Redemptive Love StoryLesson 3Handfuls on Purpose
 
Lesson 3 - Notes

Returning Empty (Ruth - God's Redemptive Love Story: Lesson 2)

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - ​​​​​​​​​​​Ruth 1 & 2 (Deuteronomy 23:3-5; 30:1-3 & 9; Ruth 1:6-10, 15-22; 2:1 & 11-12; Acts 11:18; Luke 15:17; Genesis 17:7-8; Exodus 6:7; Mark 8:34; Joshua 2:1, 3-4, 9-13, 15 & 18; Hebrews 11:31; Matthew 1:5-6)
 
Have you ever hit bottom? Not talking about having a bad day, or a bad week, but when everything is falling apart. Naomi had hit bottom! She had lost her husband and her two sons. She was poor, alone, and broken.There is a theme or a word woven into this part of the story. The word "return" keeps popping up! The word "return" in the Bible deals with the idea of getting things right. We run from God, but God leads us back to Him through repentance. Naomi returns to her home land, empty. This is not the end of the story for her! And it’s not the end of yours either.
 
Series description:
In the book of Ruth, we see God’s providence at work—weaving redemption out of loss, love out of loyalty, and hope out of despair.
What begins with famine, grief, and bitterness unfolds into a story of faithful devotion, divine provision, and unexpected grace.
Through Ruth’s courage and Boaz’s kindness, God restores a broken family—and lays the foundation for the coming of Christ, our ultimate Redeemer.
Ruth reminds us that even in our darkest chapters, God is writing a redemptive story far greater than we can imagine.
 
Ruth — God's Redemptive Love StoryLesson 2Returning Empty 
 
Lesson 2 - Notes

Introduction & Background (Ruth - God's Redemptive Love Story: Lesson 1)

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - ​​​​​​​​​​Ruth 1 (Romans 8:28; Ruth 1:1-14; 14:21; Matthew 1:5; Genesis 19:33-37; Judges 3:11-31; 17:6; Leviticus 26:18-20; 2 Chronicles 7:13-15; Psalm 119:67; Zechariah 4:10)
 
In the book of Ruth, we see God’s providence at work—weaving redemption out of loss, love out of loyalty, and hope out of despair.
What begins with famine, grief, and bitterness unfolds into a story of faithful devotion, divine provision, and unexpected grace.
Through Ruth’s courage and Boaz’s kindness, God restores a broken family—and lays the foundation for the coming of Christ, our ultimate Redeemer.
Ruth reminds us that even in our darkest chapters, God is writing a redemptive story far greater than we can imagine.
 
Ruth — God's Redemptive Love StoryLesson 1Introduction & Background
 
1. Introduction & Background
A. Theme
B. Book Title
C. Timeline
D. Background
​2. Ruth Chapter 1
A. History of Moab
B. Famine
C. The Family
 
Lesson 1 - Notes

Steadfast Love & Just Judgement (Holy Love - Nahum: Lesson 4)

Pastor Matt Hodge (Discipleship Pastor) - ​​​​​​​​​​Nahum 3:19 (Nahum 1:7; 2:1-13; 3:1-19; Jonah 4:11; John 16:29-33; 2 Thessalonians 5:23-24; Matthew 12:40-41​)
 
In this final lesson, we want to walk through Nahum 2 and 3 and see a description of a God who loves fiercely and who judges righteously. A God whose Word carries power and authority, and who calls His people to trust Him, live for Him, and stand against the evil and hatred of this world.
 
These chapters show us that God’s love is not passive but active, just, and righteous. As we explore His faithfulness, the certainty of His Word, and His judgment against sin, we will see how God calls His people to respond with courage and faith.
 
Series description:
Nahum reminds us that God’s love and holiness are never in conflict. To those who trust Him, He is a refuge of strength and faithfulness; to those who persist in sin and oppression, He is a righteous judge.
This study explores how God’s holy love offers comfort to His people while confronting the reality of evil, calling us to trust in His justice and rest in His steadfast care.
 
Holy Love — A Study in the Book of NahumLesson 4Steadfast Love & Just Judgement
 
I. God is FaithfulII. God’s Word is SureIII. God is Against EvilA. God is ​against ​violenceB. God is ​against ​deceitC. God is ​against ​sexual ​immoralityD. God is ​against ​pride
 
Lesson 4 - Notes

The Gospel According to Nahum (Holy Love - Nahum: Lesson 3)

Pastor Matt Hodge (Discipleship Pastor) - ​​​​​​​​​Nahum 1:9-15 (Nahum 1:7 & 9-15; Colossians 1:16-17; Psalm 2:1-3; Isaiah 14:22-25; 52:6-10; Romans 3:10-19; 10:9-15; Titus 2:11-14)
 
In this episode of Holy Love: A Study in the Book of Nahum, we explore “The Gospel According to Nahum.” From vivid depictions of humanity’s rebellion and God’s righteous judgment to the hope and redemption offered through His mercy, Nahum reminds us that no power on earth can stand against the Lord. We trace the connections from Nahum to Isaiah and Paul, uncovering the timeless message of salvation that points forward to Christ.
 
Join us as we discover how ancient prophecy speaks powerfully into our lives today, calling us to faithfulness, worship, and the blessed hope of Jesus’ return.
 
Series description:
Nahum reminds us that God’s love and holiness are never in conflict. To those who trust Him, He is a refuge of strength and faithfulness; to those who persist in sin and oppression, He is a righteous judge.
This study explores how God’s holy love offers comfort to His people while confronting the reality of evil, calling us to trust in His justice and rest in His steadfast care.
 
Holy Love — A Study in the Book of NahumLesson 3The Gospel According to Nahum
 
I. Rebellion & JudgementII. Redemption & Salvation
 
Lesson 3 - Notes