Luke 7:36-50 highlights the power and depth of Jesus’ love and forgiveness, both during his whole ministry and still today. In contrast to Simon the Pharisee’s lack of genuine worship, the sinful woman surrenders her entire self to Jesus, even to the point of giving...
Podcasts and Media
Purpose HSM Podcast
Totally Transformed | Anna Morrison | At The Table: Where Jesus Teaches & Feeds
In Luke 19:1-10 we learn about Zacchaeus, a tax collector in Jericho, who is greatly disliked by the people of Jericho due to the position he holds. However, when Jesus is passing through the city of Jericho on His way to Jerusalem, we see that Zacchaeus' encounter...
An Invite to the Table of Our Enemies | Kyle Harte | At The Table: Where Jesus Teaches & Feeds
When Jesus gets invited to the dinner table of those who oppose Him, He reacts differently than we may expect. In the passage we looked at tonight, Jesus navigates a conversation with four peculiar strategies for talking to those who would be considered enemies. God...
Setting The Table For Jesus | Gavin Epp | At The Table: Where Jesus Teaches & Feeds
In Luke 10:38–42, Jesus enters the home of Martha and Mary. While Martha rushes around trying to prepare their home for Him, Mary simply sits at Jesus’ feet and listens. Jesus gently reminds Martha—and us—that only one thing is truly needed: to be with Him. Our lives...
This Is What You’re Searching For | Eric Holmstrom | At The Table: Where Jesus Teaches & Feeds
You’re searching for something real—something deeper than another like, scroll, or fake smile—and Jesus knows exactly what that is. In John 13, He gathers with His friends around a table and does the unthinkable: He serves them, including the ones who would betray,...
Jesus’ Dinner Invitation | Claire Bertrand | At The Table: Where Jesus Teaches & Feeds
One of the best ways to connect with others is over a meal! Jesus seemed to know that too, and preached to His disciples during many meals. Starting tonight, HSM will study the Gospel accounts where Jesus taught over a meal all summer long. These tables show us that...
Student Devotional & Testimonies | Testimony Night
Enjoy this devotional and series of testimonies from Jamal Bey-McKissick, Scarlett Charlebois, Carolyn Louis, Emma Lee, and Cole Burdett—our very own student leaders here at HSM!
Student Devotional | Katerina Toland | Meet Thy Neighbor: Life Group Swap
Enjoy this devotional given by Katerina Toland, one of our very own sophomore girls and student leaders here at HSM!
LGBTQIA+ Testimony and Q&A | Aaron Gonzales | More Than Sex: Why God Can Be Trusted & How We Can Love Him With Our Relationships
Last week we discussed what the Bible says about LGBTQIA+ relationships. This week, we heard a testimony from someone in our Purpose Church family about trusting God with same-sex attraction. We also answered some of your questions from last week, and discovered again...
LGBTQIA+: What The Bible Says | Claire Colinco | More Than Sex: Why God Can Be Trusted & How We Can Love Him With Our Relationships
As we discussed last week, the Bible shows that marriage and sex were God’s ideas first. So what does the Bible say about same-sex marriages? There are five passages in the Bible that specifically address same-sex sexual activity. While there are different...
Marriage & Sex | Claire Colinco | More Than Sex: Why God Can Be Trusted & How We Can Love Him With Our Relationships
Marriage and sex were God’s ideas first. His Word contains the best ways to think about and make decisions about marriage and sex, because He wants what is ultimately best for us – and that is a relationship with Him as the Lord of our lives. As we trust and obey His...
Pornography | Haley Newman | More Than Sex: Why God Can Be Trusted & How We Can Love Him With Our Relationships
Pornography is a rapidly growing addiction globally and is accessible to almost anyone. Research shows that 85% of 10-17-year-olds have seen pornography, whether or not they wanted to see it or intentionally sought it out themselves. If this is the case, why isn't it...