Forest Hills Mennonite Church

Jesus, the King

In Luke's Gospel, Jesus' disciples herald his arrival into Jerusalem by acclaiming him as "king." What does it mean to affirm that Jesus' life, teachings, death, burial, and resurrection all contribute to his enthronement as King?

Jesus, the Revolutionary

Is "revolutionary" an appropriate category for understanding the life and actions of Jesus? While some modern scholars think so, the true revolution Jesus brought about wasn't with swords and spears but within hearts and minds. 

Jesus, the Forgiver

Hannah Arendt once claimed that, "The discoverer of the role of forgiveness in the realm of human affairs was Jesus of Nazareth." Learning to forgive like Jesus is a core part of Christian faith and practice. 

Jesus, the Generous One

Jesus practices and models an extravagant generosity. How can we better pattern our lives after his? 

Jesus, the Peacemaker

The incarnation means that Jesus steps into all of the messiness of human existence—including our politics. What can we learn from how navigates the political complexities of his day? 

Jesus, the Storyteller

Jesus spends his time proclaiming the Kingdom of God, doing good, and telling stories. How can we learning from Jesus, the great storyteller?

Jesus, the Rabbi

Given the painful and violent history between Christians and Jews, some people find it surprising to be reminded that Jesus was Jewish. What can we learn about faithful discipleship by recognizing Jesus' Jewishness? 

Jesus, the Healer

While it's difficult to understand in modernity, Jesus' mighty deeds (healings, exorcisms, surprising interactions with nature) are one of the least disputed facts about Jesus' life and ministry. How do we reenter his world separated by 2,000 years?