The Call to Fast
Text: Joel 1:14
We want to prepare for our annual fast that’s coming up. Today, we will discuss the key elements of how fasting is mentioned in the Bible. We believe in the power and many benefits of fasting as we participate together in the new year. Fasting is something we consider to be a valuable inheritance for this church and we long to experience the wonderful blessings of entering a corporate fast.
God Unveiled (Breaking Silence)
On the last Sunday of Advent, we discuss the impact of Christ’s coming. After more than 400 years of no interaction between God and man, God finally breaks his silence. This time, it was not a prophet or a king, but the promised Messiah appeared to man in its own form. The Son of God Himself is sent to us, God incarnate, Immanuel—God with us. What joy it was for those that had been waiting for Him. He came to release the burden of the guilty and the longing of the shunned. Jesus’ birth signaled the tearing of the veil and man finally being reconciled unto God once and for all.
Luke 2:25-35
On the last Sunday of Advent, we discuss the impact of Christ’s coming. After more than 400 years of no interaction between God and man, God finally breaks his silence. This time, it was not a prophet or a king, but the promised Messiah appeared to man in its own form. The Son of God Himself is sent to us, God incarnate, Immanuel—God with us. What joy it was for those that had been waiting for Him. He came to release the burden of the guilty and the longing of the shunned. Jesus’ birth signaled the tearing of the veil and man finally being reconciled unto God once and for all.
God Behind the Veil
The Fall marked the start of a troubling relationship between God and man. Man enters the “broken” state where he is no longer allowed uninhibited access to perfect fellowship with God. God leads Israel’s journey as they repeat the course of disappointing and hurting God through their sin, selfishness and rebellion. All of humanity finds itself in the similar state yearning for reconciliation with God. What does God do? What does God prepare in response?
Exodus 26:31-35
The Fall marked the start of a troubling relationship between God and man. Man enters the “broken” state where he is no longer allowed uninhibited access to perfect fellowship with God. God leads Israel’s journey as they repeat the course of disappointing and hurting God through their sin, selfishness and rebellion. All of humanity finds itself in the similar state yearning for reconciliation with God. What does God do? What does God prepare in response?
Advent: Naked and Afraid
Summary: This is the 2nd Sunday of Advent. Advent—it is a season observed by many Christians throughout the faith community. It is a time of expectant waiting and preparation for the celebration of the birth (origin) of Jesus Christ.
Passage: Genesis 2:25-3:13
Advent: Created for Him
The question that most people ask is “Why” or “What”. Why did God create the earth? Why did God create us? What is the purpose of creation? What is my purpose in life, or what is God’s will for me? Today, looking at the Genesis account of creation and various scripture passages we’ll be unpacking the purpose of creation.
The question that most people ask is “Why” or “What”. Why did God create the earth? Why did God create us? What is the purpose of creation? What is my purpose in life, or what is God’s will for me? Today, looking at the Genesis account of creation and various scripture passages we’ll be unpacking the purpose of creation.
Giving Thanks
Giving thanks is not simply a response to fortunate circumstances but it is an act of faith. It is recognizing that God is faithfully working in every situation of our lives. In today’s text, there were 10 people who encountered the same life-changing miracle, but only one of them came back to thank Jesus. We pray to be a people who always recognize God’s work and give Him thanks.
Luke 17:11-21
Giving thanks is not simply a response to fortunate circumstances but it is an act of faith. It is recognizing that God is faithfully working in every situation of our lives. In today’s text, there were 10 people who encountered the same life-changing miracle, but only one of them came back to thank Jesus. We pray to be a people who always recognize God’s work and give Him thanks.
The Great Promise
Philippians 1: 6
6 being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.
Philippians 1:6
6 being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.
The Cross Way
Text: Mark 8:27-38 (focus on 34)
Summary:
We need reminders that God did not save us for our good; He did not save us so we can achieve our dreams or live the life we wish to live. The cross and our salvation through Jesus beckons us to follow in His steps. Through today’s sermon, we reflect on the meaning of discipleship and commit to yield more to Jesus. We aim to find joy in surrendering our desires/likes as we pursue HIS desires and passions.
Ambassadors for Christ
Title: “Ambassadors for Christ”
Passage: 2 Corinthians 5:14-20
Synopsis:
Apostle Paul, compelled by the love of Christ, lived his life as an ambassador of Jesus Christ. An ambassador is one who represents and carries the message of the one who sent them. In scripture we find today, that every believer has been called to be an ambassador of Jesus Christ. Taking the example of Paul, I pray that we will also be compelled by the love of Christ to live our lives for Him as His ambassador.