Let us marvel once again at Christ’s humility in the incarnation. Philippians 2:1-11 English Standard Version (ESV) Christ’s Example of Humility 2 So if there is any encouragement in Christ, any comfort from love, any participation in the Spirit, any affection and sympathy, 2 complete my joy by being of the same mind, having the…
In this passage, we can see that the shepherds became fearful of God’s wrath when they saw who God is, but yet the message of the gospel means that they and likewise, we do not need to fear his wrath. Luke 2:9-11 English Standard Version (ESV) 9 And an angel of the Lord appeared to…
This message begins by reminding ourselves that we know enough about Jesus in order to be saved. We should not worry about the rest; however where we get insights to His childhood and teenage years we need to take heed. In adult life, we should not court the limelight, but like Jesus be ready to…
This message introduces Jesus as the light of the world, who has come into the darkness of the current world and we are called to walk in his light by believing in Him. John 1:9 English Standard Version (ESV) 9 The true light, which gives light to everyone, was coming into the world.
This message introduces Jesus as the light of the world, who has come into the darkness of the current world and we are called to walk in his light by believing in Him Luke 2:35 English Standard Version (ESV) 35 (and a sword will pierce through your own soul also), so that thoughts from many…
The message begins with the facts of Jesus birth in light of the wise men’s coming; it moves to consider what Herod did with that message, before looking at the life-changing consideration of the wise men. Matthew 2:1-12 English Standard Version (ESV) The Visit of the Wise Men 2 Now after Jesus was born in…
This message begins by asking why there was no place for His Birth, then shows that even in His work there was no place, but the essence of His message is that there is room in His heart for all who will come. 7 And she gave birth to her firstborn son and wrapped him…
This message looks at the response of Joseph when he heard that Mary was pregnant and how he was ready to end everything. God met with him and wisely Joseph saw life from a different perspective, resulting in his obeying God to the letter. 19 And her husband Joseph, being a just man and unwilling…
This message calls us to consider the uniqueness of Christ’s conception and birth. He became the Founder of a New Creation. Just as the Holy Spirit was active in the original Creation, so He was active in the Conception of Jesus, The Son of God, The Holy One. He was set aside as Holy so…
As Christians we are to live on the foundation of Christ’s first coming and in the hope of His second coming. While doing that we are to stir up and encourage one another 24 And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, Hebrews 10:24 English Standard Version (ESV)