“A good name is better than precious ointment, and the day of death than the day of birth.”
— Ecclesiastes 7:1
As our nation pauses on this Memorial Day, May 25, 2026, the Foundations Class anchors our hearts in solemn gratitude for the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.
In our ongoing study through the Book of Ecclesiastes, we have reflected deeply on what it means to build a legacy of true, lasting value. There is no earthly legacy more profound, nor any human sacrifice more reflective of Christ’s love, than giving up one’s tomorrow so that others may live in peace and freedom today.
Through these profound acts of selflessness, God has richly blessed our country—stretching a canopy of protection over our land, securing our freedoms to gather and worship, and preserving a heritage of liberty for generations to come. Their sacrifice echoes a greater truth: that the freedoms we enjoy are a sacred gift, sustained by those willing to lay down their lives for others.
Let us honor their memory by living lives of personal obedience, faith, and purposeful community.
May we never forget. May we always be worthy of the freedom they purchased.
IN MEMORY OF
Michael "Mike" David Fabian
Houston, Texas • March 26, 1950 – May 6, 2026
Visit Memorial PageWhat's Next: Galatians is Coming
This Summer
Our class has voted — and freedom is on the horizon
Since the start of this year, our class has been walking through Ecclesiastes — wrestling with its honest, searching questions about life, meaning, and what truly matters under the sun. It has been a rich and rewarding journey together.
But as we look ahead to summer, we are excited to share what's coming next. Last Sunday, our class overwhelmingly voted to study the Book of Galatians — and we couldn't be more ready for it.
"You are free in Christ — don't go back."
Paul's letter to the Galatians cuts straight to the heart with a message as urgent today as ever. We'll explore grace, faith, and what it truly means to live by the Spirit.
Current series
Ecclesiastes
January 2026 — Summer 2026
Coming up next
Galatians
Beginning Summer 2026
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Book of Job · Week 3 of 4
Moving from Why to Who
God doesn't always answer our "why" — but he always offers us himself.
The Oklahoma City bombing memorial marks three moments: 9:01 (before), 9:02 (the moment everything changed), and 9:03 (where healing begins). In this week's message, we saw God doing exactly that with Job — turning him from his 9:02 toward 9:03.
Job had been asking why. God responded with 70+ questions of his own — who laid the earth's foundations, who tells the sea where to stop, who calls the stars by name. The point wasn't to shame Job. It was to shift his focus from the why to the who.
We yearn for intellectual explanation. God yearns for spiritual transformation. As Job's "why" grows smaller in light of who God is, healing becomes possible.
5 Ways to Move from Why to Who
1Walk with the Lord before you need to. Tend your faith in ordinary seasons so you don't come undone in extraordinary ones. Walk with Christ before the crisis.2Stand strong when it doesn't make sense. Job declared "Blessed be the name of the Lord" even after losing everything. That's what faith looks like.3Believe God over anyone else. Job's friends gave 33 chapters of mostly bad advice. Let God — not the crowd or culture — be your true north.4Take your questions to God. There's a difference between asking questions of God and questioning God. Bring your hurt. Ask for wisdom. But don't put God on trial.5Don't blame God to justify yourself. Job 40:8 — "Would you declare me guilty to justify yourself?" He is the potter; we are the clay.Artemis 2 commander Reed Wisman orbited the moon — one of humanity's greatest achievements — and returned to Earth asking for a chaplain. When the man walked in wearing a cross, Wisman broke down in tears. Some things only God can hold.
"I may never tell you why — but I will turn you with who, and walk you slowly to 9:03."Are you in 9:01, 9:02, or 9:03? Wherever you are, God sees it all at once. Trust the who. Join us for our special Memorial Day service this week, then we'll return to finish the book of Job.
Artemis 2 commander Reed Wisman orbited the moon — one of humanity's greatest achievements — and returned to Earth asking for a chaplain. When the man walked in wearing a cross, Wisman broke down in tears. Some things only God can hold.
Wisdom, Time & the Hidden Heart
A recap of our interactive lesson through Ecclesiastes 9:13–10:20
This Sunday's class took a creative approach — five table groups each unpacked a passage from Ecclesiastes 9 and 10, then connected it to a broader Bible story, delivering their findings in 90 seconds. The results were rich, practical, and deeply personal.
Key Themes from the Tables
Two Voices on Time
The class also heard two brief audio clips that brought the Ecclesiastes theme of time and seasons into sharp focus.
C.S. Lewis reminded us that God exists outside our linear experience of time — every moment, every prayer, is fully present to him. Then Alistair Begg pressed the practical point: each of us is credited with 86,400 seconds today. How are we investing them?
The Wisdom Scroll
Our teacher shared a personal digital project called Wisdom Scroll — a life-journal app built around the themes of Ecclesiastes. It tracks the days you've lived, marks milestones, stores photos and videos, and offers daily Ecclesiastes-based inspiration, prayer prompts, and legacy blessings for family members. A free QR code was shared with the class. Look for the link in your email if you'd like to try it.
Don't Miss This Sunday
A surprise Memorial Day lesson from a familiar face.
This Sunday, Bill Wright steps in with a special Memorial Day lesson crafted just for the occasion. We're keeping the topic a surprise — but if this weekend stirs gratitude or reflection in your heart, Bill's message will meet you right there.
Bring a friend and come ready to be surprised. We'll return to Ecclesiastes the following week for our final three lessons.
Join your Foundations class friends for an unforgettable afternoon of fellowship, music, laughter, and inspiration as we gather to see Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at The George Theater on Saturday, July 11, 2026!
This exciting event and special group-rate tickets have been made available through the Encore Ministry, giving our class a wonderful opportunity to enjoy this spectacular production together.
This vibrant, high-energy musical brings the story of Joseph to life with unforgettable songs, humor, heart, and a powerful message of faith and perseverance. After the matinee, the fun continues with dinner and fellowship at Christie’s Seafood & Steaks on Westheimer.
Tickets are very limited and selling quickly!
Group tickets are available for just $46, but seats within our reserved section are disappearing fast. CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS.
Meet up at The George Theater
5420 Westheimer Road, Houston
Saturday, July 11, 2026 • Matinee begins at 2:00 PM
Dinner and fellowship immediately following the show at Christie’s Seafood & Steaks on Westheimer.
Don’t miss this special Foundations Class Meet-Up filled with encouragement, connection, and a spectacular afternoon together. Secure your tickets soon before they are gone!
The Midweek Refreshment of Shared Prayer
Join our community as we pause together for the Sweet Hour of Prayer every Wednesday at noon. Please send your prayer requests to Karen at 713-204-8384 by Tuesday so they may be included.
Walking Together Through Future Grace
This month we pause to review Section I from February and look ahead to Section II: Free and Future Grace for March. Together we are learning that grace is not only God’s gift for the past, but His strength for the days still ahead.
March’s reading points us toward deeper dependence on the Lord, reminding us that His grace is sufficient for weary hearts, humble faith, and every step yet to come.
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Connecting Through Encore Activities
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