02 02 Luke 1.57-80 Zachariah’s tongue is loosed after John is born and he has much cause to praise God. His son would precede and proclaim the coming Messiah. God would at last bring redemption so that all who call on the name of Christ can be saved. We have been given the same message of redemption so that like John we can announce that the Lord is coming. God’s hand is with us in that task.
01 26 Luke 1.39-56 The greeting of Elizabeth and Mary is more than just a welcome, it is an anthem of praise for all God has done for them. It includes praise for what God will do for future generations. They teach us that in all circumstances God can and should be praised. While I will never experience the events of Mary, she teaches that I have cause to praise God. In that respect her song, can be my song. I have reason to praise God for the gift of the Messiah and the salvation He offers to all. Is her song, your song?
01 19 14 Luke 1.26-38 The account of the angel’s message to Mary that she had been chosen to bear the Messiah is packed with more than just what we tell at Christmas about the virgin birth. We see through the examples of the angel Gabriel and this young maiden, Mary, the very heart of what it is to be a servant of God. Is that our desire and our practice? Are we willing to serve or would we rather be served? They give us some great keys to being a servant.
01 12 Luke 1.5-25 Zachariah gives us an important point to remember when it comes to our work. Remember that whatever we are doing, we are serving God. He gives us an important point to remember that each day we should strive to be righteous and blameless in the eyes of God. He gives us an important point to remember that no matter what God says, He will keep His Word. We need to believe not doubt. He is faithful to keep His Word and He is powerful to do it.
12 29 13 Luke 1.1-4 Today we embark on a journey that will take us through the book of Luke to be challenged and changed by the life of Christ. His example, teachings and death on the cross will have both an eternal and earthly impact on us. As we begin this study we need to understand the author, the authority and the audience. Journey with us through Luke.
12 22 John 3.16 What do you hope to get for Christmas? What is the best Christmas gift you have ever been given? Our passage reveals the great gift that has ever been given, wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger, given by God because He loves us and wants the very best for us. Are we willing to receive His gift? Believe and receive. God loves you with an everlasting love.
Christmas cantata audio/mp3 Enjoy the Christmas cantata put on by the choir.
12 08 Luke 2.8-14 The message of the angel proclaimed the news that the Savior had been born. It was a singular message both unique and extraordinary. The message was also a shared melody as a multitude of angels joined in giving glory to God. The message of the Savior is for everyone all over the world. It is a message of hope and help. It is a message that gives God glory. Like the angels, may we ever seek to give God glory.
12 01 13 Colossians 3.15-17 What is desire without devotion? Our passage lays out a devotion to Christ’s peace, to His Word and to His example. How devoted are you to Him? If you aren’t experiencing His peace or allowing His Word to be at home or following His example, one has to wonder the level of devotion.
11 24 Psalms 27.1-14 Even in the middle of difficult circumstances like when the enemy presses in and surrounds us, David knew that the best position was to continue to seek the Lord at all times. That was his overarching ambition and desire. He wanted to live in the security of God’s presence no matter what was happening around him or to him. Is that our desire? Do we seek God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength or do we dabble at it? As a church that should be our end, to bring unity through our desire and pursuit of God.