Sermons
God of the Ordinary
Mary and Joseph were an ordinary couple, who had a baby in a small town called Bethlehem. From a human perspective, Jesus' birth was insignificant and unremarkable. But God often chooses ordinary people, in ordinary places, to accomplish extraordinary work.
The Genealogy of Christ
Where we place our attention matters. In order to passionately follow Jesus we need remember that He is the fulfiller of promises, the rightful King and the merciful redeemer.
Anticipation
Literally hundreds of years before Jesus is born Daniel interprets a dream that haunts king Nebuchadnezzar. That dream describes the political climate that Jesus is going to be born into and how the Kingdom of God is going to grow.
God Has a Plan
The world often feels chaotic and out of control. We long for a leader who will fix our problems and give us hope for the future. Jesus came, in fulfillment of God's promises, to be that leader. He is the perfect King, who will overturn the curse of sin and death and establi...
In Those Days
As we examine the birth of our Lord, we can look at historical details that increase our appreciation for what God has done for us.
Celebrating Obscurity
Jesus' choice to be born in Bethlehem reveals a great deal about His values and His mission on earth, and shows us how to best celebrate this Christmas holiday.
God is with Us
As we sing Christmas carols, exchange gifts, and gather with our families, it's easy to lose sight of the power of the first Christmas. Christmas is a story of God's Son entering our world and becoming a Man. It's a powerful reminder that God loves us, God understands us, an...
Giving and Receiving
Paul closes this letter with a great big "Thank you!" as he approves the Philippians continued support, assures them of his confidence in God, and affirms their generosity.
The Value of Money
Few things have as much impact on our daily lives as money. We spend the bulk of our waking hours earning, spending, saving, giving... or simply worrying about it. Discover what money can and can't do for you, and how to get the greatest value out of the money God gives you....
The Joy of Contentment
Our relationship with money is a reflection of our relationship with God. When we are worried and anxious about money, or when we hoard it greedily, we demonstrate a lack of trust in God's provision. But when we are content, we are free from money's control over our lives. A...
