Author: Mike Biolsi

A Tale of Two Reactions

Written by Mike Biolsi on November 19, 2023.

How do you react those that are different from you?

Growing Pains

Written by Mike Biolsi on November 5, 2023.

With growth comes challenges.

The Name

Written by Mike Biolsi on October 22, 2023.

It's all about THE name.

It’s What We Do

Written by Mike Biolsi on October 8, 2023.

The church must be committed to sharing the gospel, baptizing believers, studying the word, doing life together, sharing meals and praying together.

All the Church

Written by Mike Biolsi on October 1, 2023.

The ordinary people of God, equipped with the Word of God, empowered by the Spirit of God, dedicated to the Son of God, can accomplish the mission of God.

Restored

Written by Mike Biolsi on September 10, 2023.

We all fail. What Jesus does after is amazing!

Who is Jesus? – GRACE & TRUTH

Written by Mike Biolsi on August 13, 2023.

Who is Jesus? Jesus was described as being Grace & Truth. What does that mean?

Who is Jesus? – MISSION

Written by Mike Biolsi on August 6, 2023.

Who is Jesus? The MISSION of Jesus was described by John quite well.

Who is Jesus? – PERSON-HOOD

Written by Mike Biolsi on July 30, 2023.

Who is Jesus? The PERSON of Jesus was described by John quite well.

Conclusions

Written by Mike Biolsi on July 16, 2023.

Lets tie up some loose ends on Matthew's gospel.

King of the Jews?

Written by Mike Biolsi on July 2, 2023.

Jesus was the king of the Jews... however, in practice he seemed more like a king of the Gentiles!

Falling Away from the Faith

Written by Mike Biolsi on June 18, 2023.

What would it take for you to walk away from your faith? If you did, could you ever come back?

The Betrayer

Written by Mike Biolsi on June 4, 2023.

How can you be so close to Jesus and choose to betray him?

Ready & Waiting

Written by Mike Biolsi on May 21, 2023.

Join us as we look at Jesus' teaching on the end of the age and his second coming.

Are We There Yet?

Written by Mike Biolsi on May 7, 2023.

Join us as we look at Jesus' teaching on the end of the age and his second coming.

Religious Hypocrites

Written by Mike Biolsi on April 23, 2023.

Religious hypocrisy is something we love to call out in others, but rarely see in ourselves.

Jesus is Risen Indeed

Written by Mike Biolsi on April 9, 2023.

The resurrection of Jesus from the dead is one of the foundations of our faith.

A Battle of Whit.

Written by Mike Biolsi on March 26, 2023.

Mercy and judgement are not far removed from each other.

Making an Entrance

Written by Mike Biolsi on March 12, 2023.

What kind of statement was Jesus trying to make when he entered Jerusalem?

A Game of Thrones

Written by Mike Biolsi on February 26, 2023.

As the disciples approach Jerusalem there are some power plays to see who will be seated on the thrones next to Jesus in his new kingdom.

KINGDOM LIVING – Possessions

Written by Mike Biolsi on February 12, 2023.

Children, rich people, needles, camels... sounds like a bad reality TV show! What does it all mean, and does it all relate to eternal life?

Kingdom Community – FORGIVENESS

Written by Mike Biolsi on January 29, 2023.

How many times and for what things should we forgive others? Do we have to?

Kingdom Community – HUMILITY

Written by Mike Biolsi on January 15, 2023.

Who is the greatest in the kingdom of God? The answer might surprise you.

Just a Little Faith

Written by Mike Biolsi on December 11, 2022.

Have you ever moved a mountain?

From This Day On

Written by Mike Biolsi on November 27, 2022.

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Beware

Written by Mike Biolsi on October 30, 2022.

Beware of false teaching.

Dog Scraps

Written by Mike Biolsi on October 23, 2022.

A story of faith and humility.

Garbage In, Garbage Out

Written by Mike Biolsi on October 16, 2022.

What is it to be defiled?

Feeding the 5k

Written by Mike Biolsi on September 25, 2022.

We continue our narrative in Matthew with what is likely a very familiar miracle.

Wheat, Weeds & Mustard Seeds

Written by Mike Biolsi on September 4, 2022.

“Why does evil exist if God is good?” Is it weakness? Is it apathy? It is mercy?

Riddle Me This

Written by Mike Biolsi on August 21, 2022.

Let the parables begin!

Something Greater

Written by Mike Biolsi on August 7, 2022.

Why do we follow Jesus? Because he is greater...

A Little Bit Fruity

Written by Mike Biolsi on July 31, 2022.

Fulfilled Prophecy and Furious Pharisees

Jesus as Wisdom Personified

Written by Mike Biolsi on July 10, 2022.

How does Jesus draw connections between himself and the wisdom of the Old Testament?

The Revelation of the Father

Written by Mike Biolsi on July 3, 2022.

God the Father is revealed through God the Son.

Do Not Waver

Written by Mike Biolsi on June 19, 2022.

Have you ever read a passage like this and thought, “That’s random… I think I’ll just keep reading!”

Fear Yahweh

Written by Mike Biolsi on June 5, 2022.

Fear Yahweh.

Go and Make a Difference

Written by Mike Biolsi on May 22, 2022.

The first commission.

More Healing

Written by Mike Biolsi on May 8, 2022.

Four more healing miracles that reveal the identity and purpose of Jesus.

The Calling of Matthew

Written by Mike Biolsi on April 24, 2022.

Tax Collectors & Sinners?

Miracles Part 2: The Son of God

Written by Mike Biolsi on April 10, 2022.

The second set of miracles prove that Jesus is the Son of God.

Miracles Part 1: Healing Power

Written by Mike Biolsi on March 27, 2022.

In this first of three sections of miracles, Jesus demonstrates his power over sickness and disease.

The Sermon on the Mount: Two Foundations

Written by Mike Biolsi on March 13, 2022.

The wise man built his house on a rock.

Sermon on the Mount: Two Roads

Written by Mike Biolsi on February 27, 2022.

Before Robert Frost, Jesus had something of his own to say about two roads diverging.

Sermon on the Mount: Judging Others

Written by Mike Biolsi on February 13, 2022.

Did Jesus forbid us from judging others?

Sermon on the Mount: Anxiety

Written by Mike Biolsi on February 6, 2022.

What are you anxious about?

Sermon on the Mount – Treasures Part 2

Written by Mike Biolsi on January 30, 2022.

What does it mean that your eye is a lamp? What is light from within? And what does any of this have to do with our wealth?

Sermon on the Mount: Treasures

Written by Mike Biolsi on January 23, 2022.

Where are you storing treasure? What kind of treasure can you store in heaven?

The Disciples Prayer

Written by Mike Biolsi on January 9, 2022.

Jesus message on prayer was not meant to simply be a model prayer, it was meant to be a meditative prayer.

God With Us

Written by Mike Biolsi on December 26, 2021.

Find out why Christmas changes EVERYTHING!

The Christmas Story

Written by Mike Biolsi on December 19, 2021.

It certainly was NOT a silent night, but it definitely WAS a holy night.

Revenge & Enemies

Written by Mike Biolsi on November 21, 2021.

Justice, revenge, and enemies, oh my!

Keeping Your Words

Written by Mike Biolsi on November 14, 2021.

Let your yes be yes and your no be no, and don't presume to be in God's place.

Do Not Hate

Written by Mike Biolsi on October 31, 2021.

Are you guilty of murder? Are you guilty of hate? While they are NOT the same, they share the same heart condition.

Salt & Light

Written by Mike Biolsi on October 17, 2021.

Speaking to a mixed crowd, Jesus declares that his followers are salt and light, but what does that mean?

Jesus Begins His Ministry

Written by Mike Biolsi on October 3, 2021.

A move to a more populated region, calling some disciples and healing people of all nations begins the work of the Anointed One.

The Responses

Written by Mike Biolsi on September 12, 2021.

When Jesus shows up it elicits a response. Some are violently opposed and others humbly submit. Which are you?

The Human Lineage of Jesus

Written by Mike Biolsi on August 29, 2021.

What's in a name? Why does Matthew include this list? What does he want us to know and how does it relate to the rest of his gospel?

Matthew 1:1

Written by Mike Biolsi on August 22, 2021.

A book of the beginning of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham.

Old Testament Review

Written by Mike Biolsi on August 8, 2021.

A review of the entire Old Testament in 45 minutes or less?

Review of the Prophets

Written by Mike Biolsi on August 1, 2021.

An overview of the role and ministry of the prophets.

Elisha Part 3

Written by Mike Biolsi on July 25, 2021.

Elisha & The Messiah

Elisha Part 2

Written by Mike Biolsi on July 18, 2021.

Prophets, miracles, and bears, oh my!

Elisha Part 1

Written by Mike Biolsi on July 11, 2021.

Who is Elisha, and why is he important?

Nehemiah Part 6

Written by Mike Biolsi on June 6, 2021.

The story of Nehemiah is the story of Israel, and of all humanity.

Mother’s Day 2021

Written by Mike Biolsi on May 9, 2021.

Message & Child Dedication

Nehemiah Part 2

Written by Mike Biolsi on May 2, 2021.

Trust God. Don't be foolish. Pray a lot.

Introduction to Nehemiah

Written by Mike Biolsi on April 25, 2021.

A Time To Build

Ezra – Revisiting Sin

Written by Mike Biolsi on April 18, 2021.

The power of confession and repentance.

Esther: An Unexpected Parade

Written by Mike Biolsi on March 14, 2021.

Fortunes change and the plot takes a twist with an unusual parade in the city square.

Esther: From Feasting to Fasting

Written by Mike Biolsi on March 7, 2021.

From banquet to bust or feast to fast - the "destiny" of the Jews changes with one event.

Esther: An Unlikely Queen

Written by Mike Biolsi on February 28, 2021.

A Jewish orphan girl marries the king of Persia and becomes queen of the greatest empire of its time?

Ezra – The Return

Written by Mike Biolsi on February 14, 2021.

There is nothing quite like going home... but sometimes things are not how we remember them.

Hezekiah – The Moment of Truth

Written by Mike Biolsi on January 31, 2021.

100 decisions a day, and all of them allow us to live out the calling we have in Jesus.

Hezekiah – It Isn’t Faith Until it’s Tested

Written by Mike Biolsi on January 24, 2021.

It is one thing to live for God when things are good... but what about when things get bad?

Hezekiah – the Heart of a King

Written by Mike Biolsi on January 17, 2021.

How we live as leaders and as image bearers does affect the world around us!

A Thankful Melody

Written by Mike Biolsi on January 3, 2021.

We have so much to be thankful for - we sometimes just need a reminder of the tune so we can sing the song of thankfulness.

Isaiah – The Light Will Shine

Written by Mike Biolsi on December 13, 2020.

There is a light at the end of the darkness and there is redemption for the people of God. God promised to send a human that would restore things back to the way they were created to be - the Messiah.

Isaiah Chpt 6 – The Divine

Written by Mike Biolsi on November 29, 2020.

The prophets provide a window into the divine and Isaiah provides a panorama into the heavenly in chapter 6.

Isaiah 1 – The Courtroom

Written by Mike Biolsi on November 15, 2020.

Enter the courtroom of the Divine and listen to the Prosecution make its case against the nations.

Jeremiah – The Role of the Prophets

Written by Mike Biolsi on November 1, 2020.

What was the role of the prophets, how do they fit into the big picture story of the Bible and what makes Jeremiah unique?

Jonah – A Reflection of Israel

Written by Mike Biolsi on October 11, 2020.

The story of Jonah is an historical event, but have you ever viewed it as a parable about Israel?

Jonah 4 – The Mercy of God

Written by Mike Biolsi on October 4, 2020.

In a society that wants justice, recompense and protection, where does mercy fit in?

Jonah 2 – The Poetic Prayer

Written by Mike Biolsi on September 20, 2020.

It's not about the fish, it's about the prayer, but this beautifully poetic prayer is missing something...

Re-Thinking Preaching

Written by Mike Biolsi on September 6, 2020.

Join us as we deconstruct some modern constructs so that we can reconstruct them Biblically. This week's topic is "preaching".

Re-Discovering Scripture

Written by Mike Biolsi on August 30, 2020.

Join us as we deconstruct some modern constructs so that we can reconstruct them Biblically. This week's topic is "scripture".

Re-Imagining Church

Written by Mike Biolsi on August 23, 2020.

Join us as we deconstruct some modern constructs so that we can reconstruct them Biblically. This week's topic is "church".

Dispute #6 – The End

Written by Mike Biolsi on August 16, 2020.

In this final dispute, Malachi addresses a heart issue that exists in all mankind.

Dispute #4 – You have Wearied God with your Words.

Written by Mike Biolsi on August 9, 2020.

If you have ever wondered about the seeming injustices of life, you are not alone. However, God is still a just God and we should be careful not to impose our standard of justice upon him.