Archive for December, 2006

Jesus Has Come: Recognizing Him

Read Luke 2:22-40
“Simeon took him in his arms and praised God, saying, ‘Master, now you are dismissing your servant in peace, according to your word; for my eyes have seen your salvation, which you have prepared in the presence of all peoples, a light for revelation to the Gentiles and for glory to [...]

 
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Jesus Has Come: The Light of All People (Christmas Eve)

Pastor Steve on John 1:1-14. John tells us that Jesus brings life that is the light of all people. What does that mean in a world so afflicted by darkness? What does it mean in our own lives? How can we have that light in our own lives? Listen and find out!

 
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Jesus Is Coming: Saying Yes with Mary

Debra Johnston explores Luke 1:46-55. “And Mary said, ‘My soul magnifies the Lord, and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior, for he has regarded the low estate of his handmaiden…for he who is mighty has done great things for me, and holy is his name. And his mercy is on those who fear him…to [...]

 
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Jesus Is Coming: Getting the Message

Read Luke 3:7-18 to hear the message that John the Baptist preached. That message probably wouldn’t go over so well today. What kind of message would John have for us?

 
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Jesus Is Coming: Preparing the Way

Luke 3:1-6 describes the beginning of the ministry of John the Baptist whose main job was to prepare the way for Jesus.  Are we still called to prepare the way for Jesus?  If so, how do we do it?

 
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Jesus Is Coming: He’ll Be Back

Check out Luke 21:25-36.  At Christmastime, when we prepare for Jesus to come, it’s importan to remember that even though Jesus came as a baby 2000 years ago, he’ll be back.  And the mysterious signs he predicted line up pretty well with the end of the world as scientists predict it.  What does it all [...]

 
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