WINTER SERMON SERIES AT BERKLEY FIRST
By Faith
January 18 – February 15
Hebrews chapter 11 stands like a trophy case or memorial plaque to Old Testament heroes of the faith, some of whom are better-known than others. Interestingly, while each of these heroes has their own baggage, we are also told that “the world was not worthy of them.” In this five-week Winter Series, Pastor Zack will draw raw wisdom from real the lives of Abel, Abraham, Sarah, Jacob, Rahab, David, and Samuel. If you ever wanted to know more about your spiritual ancestors, now’s your chance.
February 1
Rev. Zack L. Dunlap preaching
By Faith: Jacob and Esau, Genesis 33:1-4
Sibling rivalry is as old as time itself, and even some of the great heroes of our faith made wildly questionable decisions. Worship with Berkley First this Sunday as we examine the lives of Jacob and Esau. In addition to showing what it looks like to live by faith, these brothers also teach us that God can bring reconciliation to even the most dysfunctional family.
February 8
Rev. Zack L. Dunlap preaching
By Faith: Rahab and the People of Israel, Joshua 2:8-15
Jesus has a sex worker in his family tree. Worship with Berkley First this Sunday as Pastor Zack explores the unlikely story of Rahab amidst the conquest of Canaan. When we operate out of faith, God can transform being in the wrong place at the wrong time into something spectacular.
February 15
Rev. Zack L. Dunlap preaching
By Faith: David and Samuel, 1 Samuel 16:4-13
You would be hard pressed to find someone in Scripture more complicated than David. This adulterous murderer began his life as the runt of the litter and grew to become a king. He was called “a man after God’s own heart” and penned lyrics that still resonate with us today. Samuel, who was a bit of a mentor to David, served as a bridge between the world that was and the world as it would be. Find in these two Biblical heroes strength and wisdom to write your own part of God's continuing story.
