by Church @ 434 | Jan 10, 2026 | Faith in Action, The Table
Did you know that the entire biblical narrative is bookended by meals? From the abundance of the Garden of Eden to the glorious Wedding Feast of the Lamb, food is far more than just physical sustenance in Scripture. It serves as a powerful sign of covenant, a tool for spiritual restoration, and a vivid symbol of God’s radical inclusion of all people. In this teaching, we dive deep into the “theology of the table,” exploring how the significance of the Last Supper instituted a New Covenant through the simple elements of bread and wine.
We look closely at why Jesus chose a wedding feast for His first miracle and how He used “table fellowship” to shatter social barriers by dining with outcasts, tax collectors, and sinners alike. From the covenant meals on Mount Sinai to a quiet beachside breakfast of fish and bread where Peter found total restoration, we see that God’s presence is often most tangible when we gather to eat. Join us as we discover how God uses the simple act of eating to heal relationships, seal promises, and invite us into His eternal Kingdom. We conclude with heart-moving personal stories from our own community that remind us how the meals in our daily lives can reflect the beauty and grace of the Gospel.
#LastSupper #TableFellowship #Gospel #Grace #BreakingBread #JesusEatsWithSinners
by Church @ 434 | Jan 9, 2026 | Bridge to Truth, The Grind and the Glory, The Grind Down
Are you in a season of trouble? You aren’t alone. Whether God takes the danger away or takes you through it, His “standing presence” never leaves you.
Highlights of this session: Why trouble magnifies the Word of God. The difference between God working for you vs. in you. A real-life story of finding joy before a major surgery.
“Everything that happens to us in this earthly life is getting us ready for eternity.”
#BiblicalTruth #ChristianEncouragement #GodIsGood #Faith #Jesus #Hope
by Church @ 434 | Jan 8, 2026 | The Revelation
In Revelation 16, we witness the final execution of God’s justice upon a world that has rejected Him. Join us for a “thumbnail sketch” of this heavy chapter as we discuss the transition from the Mark of the Beast to the Mark of God’s Judgment. We look at the chilling reality of the scorched earth, the darkness over the throne of the Antichrist, and the final cry from the Temple: “It is done.” This is the dismantling of every human institution built apart from the Lord.
#Revelation #EndTimes #Prophecy #BookOfRevelation #Armageddon #SevenBowls #Faith #JesusIsComing #BiblicalProphecy
by Church @ 434 | Jan 7, 2026 | The Clash
The calendar changes, but God doesn’t. As we stand on the threshold of a brand-new year, many of us feel a sense of dread rather than excitement. What if nothing changes? What if I fail again?
Jeff Dixon and Chris Whaley explore the collision between culture’s obsession with “New Year, New Me” and the biblical call to “Take Heart.” This conversation isn’t about gym memberships or organized paper calendars; it’s about the shift from fear to trust. Join us for a dose of humor, honesty, and hope as we prepare to clash with the culture of 2026.
#TheClash #FaithOverFear #NewYear #ChristianWorldview #NoResolutions #ChristianEncouragement #DontTapOut
by Church @ 434 | Jan 6, 2026 | That Didn't Happen... Did it?
Society says: “You are what you achieve.”
The Gospel says: “You are who God loves.”
The story of Emperor Norton I is more than just a historical oddity about a man who declared himself ruler of the United States. It is a masterclass in human dignity. Norton had no army, no treasury, and no real power—yet 10,000 people attended his funeral.
Why? Because he ruled through kindness and humility.
In a world obsessed with power and “logic,” Norton reminds us that grace often looks foolish to the powerful, but holy to the humble. Watch as we dive into how losing a worldly identity can be the first step toward finding your true worth.
#Identity #Grace #EmperorNorton #KingdomOfGod #Humility #HistoricalOddities #ChristianPerspective
