God Took on Our Flesh and BloodHebrews 2:10-18Sunday, December 30th, 2018God took on our flesh and blood to make us His brothers, to free us from the slavery of death, and to help us through temptations by being there with us as our brother.
Advent is the Coming of Christ’s Death and ResurrectionHebrews 10:5-10Sunday, December 23rd, 2018Christ's sacrifice abolishes all of the sin offerings established in the Old Testament, and His sacrifice has also sanctified you once for all time.
The Advent of our KingLuke 21:25-36Sunday, December 2nd, 2018The Advent of our King is not shaking like a leaf on a tree, but rejoicing in the budding of spring. The things which terrify unbelievers are signs for believers that Christ is coming. There will be terrors right up to the end, but the Word remains forever. Most will sulk over this dying world, but believers watch for our King.
Christ is the King of All CreationDaniel 7:13-14Sunday, November 25th, 2018We see that Christ is the king of all creation because He is true God and true man who has purchased and won you. Therefore -- since all rule has been given to Him -- He's ruled over all creation to bring you to and keep you in the faith because all true worship is given to him. We find comfort because His kingdom will never be destroyed; it will only be made glorious and visible on the last day.
The Secret to Being ContentPhilippians 4:11-13Thursday, November 22nd, 2018What is the secret to being content in any and every situation? It's knowing your savior and knowing that you have eternal life. It's knowing that He will provide according to what is best for you, and He will use you according to what is best for your neighbor.
What Kind of Judge Will You Have?John 5:19-24Sunday, November 11th, 2018What kind of judge do you already have? One who has given you life, and then uses you to give others life. One who is clear about the expectations (you are declared righteous). One who has perfect harmony with the Father. One who deserves all honor because He is true God and He has saved you.
You are Part of an Ongoing ReformationRevelation 14:6-7Sunday, November 4th, 2018The Gospel is eternal and for all, and the Gospel makes us fear and glorify God.
How to Avoid the Faithlessness that Destroyed IsraelHebrews 3:1-6Sunday, October 14th, 2018We can avoid the faithlessness that destroyed Israel by concentrating on and confessing Christ, by not letting a servant in the house have the place of the head, and by holding fast by faith to the confession of Christ.
See How Christ Has Made You His BrideHebrews 2:9-11Sunday, October 7th, 2018Marriage is meant to be a mini-model of Christ's love for His church: He made our dress; earned our ring with his own blood, sweat, and tears; and it is His promise to us, given to us at our baptism, so we are now all one family.
True Glory in God’s Kingdom is ServingMark 9:30-37Sunday, September 23rd, 2018The savior serves by bearing our sins, and because He has won us, we serve the body He won to His glory according to what He considers grace.