Introduction The journey to Bethlehem is only half the story The shepherds came to the stable in faith Later on when Jesus was a child, the wise men visited They…
Introduction Do you really believe that there is nothing that God cannot do? Example of Sarah Illustration of the fable of the ants Are we like this? Mary heard from…
Introduction Mary did you know? - lyrics Sung by the choir earlier Provoking words - what did she understand and know The gospel accounts are clear: There are certain things…
Introduction John the baptist - a birth like no other Filled from birth with the Holy Spirit John was not the Christ but was to testify of the Christ Looking…
Introduction The Cost of Christmas Statistics The financial cost, but also stress Christmas can be lonely, especially for the homeless The cost of the first Christmas The Cost to Joseph…
Introduction Starting a new series in Luke The angel spoke to Zacharias The appearance of Angels in the bible is a rare event No angel sent for 500 years The…
Introduction v9-11 Last week we thought of the theology of Christmas Recap Tonight: The Exaltation of Christ A wonderful and important truth Every knee will bow - some with great…
Introduction Church attendance is on the decline The vast majority have no idea of the worship of God Of those that attend, how many are true believers or nominal Christians?…
Introduction Starting a mini-series Looking at v5-8 tonight A common theme: v1-4 – be lowly and humble v5-8 – the model of humility (the Lord Jesus Christ) Explanation Looking at…
Introduction v19-21 Days of rejoicing - a baptism and a wedding My heart wants to continue in the theme of rejoicing Compelled to preach on v19-21 Not an easy text…