Peace In, Peace Out
On Christmas, the angels proclaimed that because Jesus was born, there would be "peace on earth." But when we look at the world and in our own lives, we might find a surprising lack of peace! Where's the peace the angels were singing about? And if there is such peace, what does it mean for our daily lives?
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- Dec 31, 2023Peace In, Peace OutPeace In, Peace OutOn Christmas, the angels proclaimed that because Jesus was born, there would be "peace on earth." But when we look at the world and in our own lives, we might find a surprising lack of peace! Where's the peace the angels were singing about? And if there is such peace, what does it mean for our daily lives?
- Dec 24, 2023Good News of Great JoyGood News of Great JoyIn a world filled with bad news, we're starved for some good news. That's why Christmas is such a life and eternity changing event! Because as the angels proclaimed to the shepherds on that first Christmas, there's good news that causes great joy for all people: our Savior has been born! In the sermon, Pastor Troy explores God's promise of the Sign of Immanuel from Isaiah's prophecy, and how that promise is fulfilled at Christmas.
- Dec 17, 2023Rejoice ALWAYS!Rejoice ALWAYS!In his letter to the Christians in Thessalonica, Paul tells us to "Rejoice always," and "Give thanks in all circumstances." Is that even possible? We all have circumstances in our lives that make "rejoicing always" seem like a ridiculous concept. But Paul assures us that we truly can rejoice always, because the source of our joy isn't found in the daily circumstances of our lives, but in an unchanging, unshakeable reality that is outside of our circumstances!
- Dec 10, 2023Hearing Voices in AdventHearing Voices in AdventThere are so many voices competing for our attention during this time of year. So much so, that the "Happy Holidays" can feel more like a deafening roar! And yet, to be fully prepared for the coming of our King, we need to hear certain voices during Advent. Voices that can give us peace, calm, comfort, and perspective like no other!
- Dec 3, 2023Come and Save Us!Come and Save Us!In a world broken by sin, and filled with people who are broken by sin, it might seem attractive for us to call on God to come down here in power and justice and destroy all our enemies and all those who sin against him. And yet, what we really needed was for God to come down in weakness and humility, in grace and mercy--so that he could come and save us eternally!
- Nov 26, 2023The End Is Near… So Have Hope!The End Is Near… So Have Hope!For most people, the idea of Judgment Day fills their hearts with fear and despair. But for us as Christians, the thought of the End, when Jesus comes again, can fill our hearts with a sure and certain hope that persists through all the different pain, suffering, and loss of this life!
- Nov 22, 2023Big Forgiving Produces Big ThanksgivingBig Forgiving Produces Big ThanksgivingWhen you realize how undeserving you are to receive something, actually receiving it will make you that much more thankful for the gift! That was true for Jean Valjean, but it's extra true for us on Thanksgiving, as we reflect on all of the undeserved blessings God has poured out in our lives--most importantly, the forgiveness of sins and salvation that is ours through Jesus!
- Nov 19, 2023Good and Faithful ServantsGood and Faithful ServantsWhen the finish line is in sight, putting in a lot of hard work can seem unimportant, unnecessary, or undesirable. As Christians, who live in the time in between Jesus' coming into the world and his coming again, we might be tempted to think we don't really have to do anything with the gifts and talents God has given to us. But with a parable, Jesus shows us why it's necessary, and what our motivation is, to be good and faithful servants of God!
- Nov 12, 2023Fuel Up!Fuel Up!When things are unknown, they require preparation. When it comes to the unknown day when Jesus will return again as Judge of the world, we need to be prepared! And an important part of that preparation centers on fueling up--that is, fueling up our faith, as we live our lives in this time in between.
- Oct 29, 2023What Did You Expect?What Did You Expect?In the account of Daniel in the lions' den, we're reminded of three expectations we need to have/not have, in order to have a steadfast faith!
