Posts with the tag “advent”

Reach out to someone at your church this week—whether you need prayer, want to accept Christ for the first time, or are looking for someone to walk alongside you in faith. Don't leave without making that connection. God has you exactly where you need to be today.  Read More

If you've never personally responded to Jesus as the light of the world, today can be your day. Confess that you've chosen darkness, believe Jesus died for you on the tree, and turn to follow him. Reach out to a local church community that can help you take next steps in living and loving like Jesus. If you already follow Jesus, ask yourself: Are there areas of your life where you're still choosing to walk in darkness? Jesus wants to shine his light into every part of your life—and then shine through you to light up the world around you. The Bible ends with this promise: "There will be no night there, no need for lamps or sun. For the Lord God will shine on them and they will reign forever and ever." That's the hope of Christmas—light that overcomes darkness, now and forever.  Read More

Discover God's Plan: Engaging with Pain and Finding HopeEver wonder how God’s plans intersect with the pain in our lives? As we navigate the holiday season, many of us are reminded of the joy and the sorrow that Christmas can bring. This sermon explores how God’s Christmas plan doesn’t ignore our pain but engages it, offering us hope and healing.The Unexpected Christmas PlansDuring a recent neighb...  Read More

As we approach this season of celebration, let us choose to respond like the wise men. Let us seek Jesus with all our hearts, offering Him our lives in worship. Whether you’re new to faith or have been walking with God for years, there’s always room to grow in your relationship with Him. By embracing the King, we find true joy and purpose. Let this season be a time of renewed commitment to worship and follow Him wholeheartedly.  Read More

As we navigate life’s uncertainties, let’s choose to trust God’s work in our mess, believe in Jesus’ mission, and obey His word. This Christmas season, may we find hope and joy in the truth that God is with us, working all things for our good. By embracing these truths, we can transform our perspective and experience the fullness of God’s love and grace, even when life doesn’t go as planned.  Read More

As we journey through this Christmas season, may we be reminded of the hope that Jesus brings and the light that shines in the darkness. Let us celebrate His birth with hearts full of gratitude and lives that reflect His love. By embracing the true meaning of Christmas, we not only honor the past but also create a legacy of faith for future generations.  Read More

The Christmas season is a time of joy, celebration, and reflection. Yet, it can also be a time of stress and exhaustion. Jesus offers us a way to find rest amidst the chaos. By turning to Him, believing in His promises, and following His lead, we can experience a profound peace that transforms our lives. This Christmas, let’s embrace the rest that Jesus offers and find true joy in His presence.  Read More