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In this episode, Bishop continues the sermon on "Angry Red Letters" of Jesus, by exploring the challenge of why He was so angry. We wrestle with our own "insiderness" and what Church really is all about.

In this introductory sermon to our new series, Jeff explores the question, "What makes Jesus Angry?" This series is not an external one, but a vulnerable internal one, as we are inviting Christ to point out in us the areas where we need to grow and change. Are we truly living like Christ, or are we simply claiming him? Join us in this lesson as we allow the words of Christ to stand as a test and challenge to us all!

In the second installment of the "Under the Shade Tree" series, Bishop guides us through a tree that stands as an impossiible hope for us all. One singular tree that perfectly incapsulates the invasive and persuasive power of hope.

In the first installement of our "Under the Shade Tree" series, Jeff leads us through an orchard of sycamore figs with a farmer who would change the world forever. We are challenged by this farmer's example, and the trees that he watched over.

In this sermon, we continue to examine the 3G's of giving: Grace, Gratitude, and Generosity. Today we dive into the Biblical story and follow the thread of God and money. From the creation, to the exodus, and to the cross, we are challenged to re-examine our view of money and possessions.

In this lesson, Lead Minister Jeff Darby unveils our new mission statement for a new year: Making Disciples Cultivating Unity Offering Hope Celebrating Jesus We are imperfect people, loving a perfect God, and sharing His perfecting love with all

In this class, we begin to apply all of the things we have learned, by exploring the Genesis 1 creation narrative. We explore the historical and literary threads that give way to important theological truths the story wishes to share. We also evaluate the risk we as Chrsitians run by arguing over what parts of the story are figurative or literal, at the expense of finding the truths God wishes to pass on.

In this podcast, we will be continuing our De Principiis class, by exploring what the Bible is designed to do (and not do) and challenging our conception of what we should expect from the Bible. What if we were doing the Bible more harm then good by trying to shove it in the 21st century? How do we avoid the trap of missing out on the beauty of the story it is trying to tell?

In this sermon, Jeff continues our exploration of the Masterpiece that is Romans 8. This time by exploring the theme of Exodus, and its core teachings on both Adoption and Redemption. Join us for a message filled with hope- echoing from 5,000 years ago.

Have you ever wondered what it means that the Bible is inspired? What about the contradictions found in the Bible? Have you ever been concerned that the Bible may not be all that we think it is? You are not alone. This week we start Block 2 of our class, examining and answering these questions.

In this class, we are exploring how to get rid of the things that often get in the way of us getting the most out of our time with the Bible! How does Scripture, being right, and theology detract from our faith? Tune in and find out!

After a long hiatus due to an internet outage, the Marysville COC Podcast is back! We jump into a sermon on the power of community and family, examining the need each of us have for relationship. Jeff explores the effects of individuality and pride, and the liberation that comes from Christian vulnerability.

In this episode, Jesse is following up by answering two more questions that come from his symposium on Non-Violence. He dives into the violence in the Old Testament and Divine Punishment, and how they seemingly contradict with Jesus on the Cross.

In this episode, Jeff explores what it means for God to be mother- not just a title, but as an expression of his nature.

In this episode, Jesse Davis answers a set of questions left from his previous exploration of non-violence. He follows up his provocative and challenging plea for Christians to take up non-violence, with a beautiful call to action.

In his capstone presentation, Jesse Davis- the MCOC High School intern- offers a provocative and engaging exploration of Christian Non-Violence.

In this episode, we explore how a scarecrow in a field became the goddess of Israel- and led to their fall. We explore how a simple Sycamore Fig Tree stands as a cautionary tale to keep ours on God.

In this episode, the congregation picks the topic and Bishop gives a sermon on the Garden of Eden. Why did God ever put a tree of temptation in there in the first place? What if Eve had said no? What can this story teach us today? All of this and more is covered in a day full of festivity.

The entire story of humanity can be told from tree to tree to tree. From our origin narrative in Genesis, to our destiny with God under the tree of life, and many trees along the way, we find God always meeting people under the tree's shade. We will walk through the orchard of Scripture wandering from the leaves of a fig tree in Tekoa, to the Oaks of Menoa and everywhere in between, examining the beautiful stories that come from God and man laughing together under the leaves.

In this episode, Jeff explores what happens at the transfiguration, and how from that illumination we discover the truth about God, the Bible, and ourselves.