Published: Dec 31, 2017 | Tags:
A message from the series “What is the Greatest Commandment?.” Loving God means loyalty to Christ as Lord alone in every area of our lives. As we contemplate the new year, these three questions will help us evaluate our commitment to Christ:
1. Am I willing to follow Jesus even if it costs me something?
2. Am I willing to believe whatever God says, regardless of how I feel about it?
3. Am I willing to put what is right above what works?
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Published: Dec 24, 2017 | Tags:
A message from the series “Encountering Jesus.” God knew we were ill-equipped to pull ourselves out of the darkness of sin, so He sent Jesus Christ, THE LIGHT of the world. We need to allow the light of Christ to reflect off of us so those around us can see the LIGHT of the world. Sermon context is from John 1:1-18.
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Published: Dec 17, 2017 | Tags:
A message from the series “Encountering Jesus.” In Luke 1:26-56 we see Mary’s response when she learns from the angel Gabriel that she would be the mother of the promised Messiah. A Biblical portrait of Mary reveals that: (1) She was not a perfect person but her humility made her God’s perfect selection; (2) She is not an object of faith but an example of faith; and (3) Mary is not a dispenser of grace but she is worthy of honor.
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Published: Dec 10, 2017 | Tags:
A message from the series “Encountering Jesus.” In Matthew 2:1-12, we see contrasting responses to the news that a Savior had been born in Bethlehem. King Herod felt threatened by the birth of this king. The religious leaders were apathetic. The Wise Men, however, responded with faith that overflowed in action and worship.
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Published: Dec 3, 2017 | Tags:
A message from the series “Encountering Jesus.” In Luke 2:8-20 we read that God chose to herald the news of the Messiah’s birth to shepherds – to people who were marginalized, considered outcasts and were discriminated against. We learn that people look at status but God looks into souls.
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