The nation of Israel has waited 400 years for a Messiah, hearing nothing from God. This week the story begins with the birth of a baby, Jesus, whose name means "The Lord is salvation". He is the rescuer the people have been waiting for, but is He who they thought He would be?
Read MoreWhen we pick up the story this week, humans have gradually multiplied into a very large number. The story says that all humans were acting in rebellion against God and with evil toward one another, so He sends a flood but also a promise.
Read MoreThis begins a four-week narrative through the entire story of the bible. This week, we cover "Beginnings and Separation." Listen to the story and to the audience wrestle with the details and implications of the story.
Read MoreIn our sixth Advent sermon in Isaiah, Pastor Dave considers the Oracles to the Nations. Why are they important? The prophet is reminding us that, although we are vulnerable, God is King. And although we are sinners, God will redeem.
Read MoreIn our fifth Advent sermon, Pastor CJ explains why Jesus is called Dayspring. The one who is called Key not only unlocks our prisons. He also escorts us into the light. Light can glare at first, but it's the only place to flourish.
Read MoreIn our fourth Advent sermon, Pastor Dave preaches from Isaiah 22 about Jesus as the Key of David. We all yearn for the perfect Savior -- one person who can unlock our dreams, free us from prisons, and open our eyes. Jesus is that leader.
Read MoreIn our third Advent sermon, Pastor CJ reminds us that in Christ we have the promise of new life, abundant with the fruit of love, joy, peace, and all the rest. For that to come true, though, we need new roots.
Read MoreIn our second Advent sermon, Pastor Dave invites us to consider Christ's power. What is it like? What is it's aim? Can we trust it?
Read MoreIn the first of our Isaiah series, Dave preaches on the promise of a Savior who is wise. It seems obvious, but why is this good news?
Read MoreHow will we hold fast to Jesus until the end? How will we be resurrected with Christ? In short, by dying to ourselves.
Read MoreWhich path should we follow in life? Hebrews 12:12-29 there is only one path to true freedom, the path to Mount Zion.
Read MoreIf we have everything in Christ, then why do Christians still suffer? Hebrews 12 explains.
Read MoreThe rewards of following Jesus come to those who endure to the end. But endurance isn't easy. Hebrews 12 tells us how.
Read MoreEvery good pitch comes with a list of testimonials. How do we know we can trust God? How do we know he will keep his promises? Hebrews 11 shows us.
Read MoreIn a world which recoils at blood, why should we want Christ Crucified as our perfect sacrifice?
Read More"Without the shedding of blood, there is no forgiveness of sins."
Read MoreModern people don't often think about priests, but that doesn't mean we don't have them. Learn why Jesus is the priest you need.
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