Every eye will see, every ear will hear Advent is all about hope. We anticipate and make ready our hearts for the miracle of Christmas. In some ways we are blessed to be on “this side” of Jesus’ first coming. We have the benefit of seeing the prophecy fulfilled. The people of Israel had centuries …
A Promise Made, A Promise Fulfilled How long would you wait for someone to fulfill a promise? Some people may never really believe it while others might hold onto hope until their dying breath. God’s people in the Old Testament, from Adam through Noah, down to Abraham and eventually all of Isreal needed to hold …
“Render to Caesar the things that are Caesar’s, and to God the things that are God’s”. This was Christ’s answer when the Pharisees asked if it was lawful to pay taxes. His response is clear and concise. He leaves no room for doubt to give uphold both our civic and spiritual responsibilities. But of course, …
In the hopelessness of those days, God sent Isaiah with words of good cheer to the Israelites as they were in captivity. It’s important to note the difference of the Mounts and where Isaiah shares the message of God. Sinai is where the Law was given but Zion is where death is destroyed. From verse …
Do you ever grow impatient? Of course! We get stuck in traffic, or annoyed by a loved one’s habits or frustrated with a slow co-worker. But our incredibly patient Lord shows us over and over His amazing faithfulness to us. We are flawed and sin daily but with this parable, Pastor illustrates how Christ is …
This week’s sermon focuses on trusting the Lord. Sounds easy, right? But how often do we default to OUR way of thinking? How often do we seek answers within OURSELVES? It is the human thing to do. But the Lord tells us, “For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways”. …
Sermon Audio Recording – August 6, 2017 This week’s sermon focuses on Isaiah 55 and God’s desire for us to be spiritually wealthy. How do we know this? God tells us in verse 3, “Incline your ear, and come to me; hear, that your soul may live”. The focus is on the riches of the heart …