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This morning we looked at the life of Joseph, the adoptive father of Jesus. We saw how his life was altered by a seemingly scandalous situation [ Mary ], but yet he adapted to the situation to fulfill his purpose in ‘The Greatest Story Ever Told’, because he listened to the voice of God! Tonight we will…

Matthew 1:18-25 Introduction: I. The Pronouncement of Hope-vs. 18 A. To an espoused couple “Mary was espoused of Joseph”-In this culture “espousal” meant that a contract of marriage had already been agreed upon between the groom and the father of the bride. They were already legally married but were…

From Sinner to Saint 1 Soon afterward he went on through cities and villages, proclaiming and bringing the good news of the kingdom of God. And the twelve were with him, 2 and also some women who had been healed of evil spirits and infirmities: Mary, called Magdalene, from whom seven demons had gone…

Entertaining Angels is the Christ’s Birthday Observance theme for 2022. We will be collecting a special Christ’s Birthday Observance Offering at the end of our service today. We have another Angel Visit that shows up in our Gospel passage this morning. But first, let’s catch ourselves up. Waiting for…

Mother’s Day We could talk about Ruth, or Ester, or Eve, there are some good ones to highlight. Danie and I both felt to talk about Mary today. Mary is a great example for us to look at as a mother and more. 26 Now in the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God to a city in Galilee called Nazareth,…

Mary Magdalene would have to be one of the most unfairly represented characters in the Bible. This poor lady’s memory has been so corrupted by completely untrue accusations that in popular thought she is seen as a prostitute, a temptress and even as Jesus’ lover. It is incredible how her character has…

TITW: Parents often have unexpected children. Parents often have unexpected children. For whatever reason, we are not always prepared. There is much to do: People to notify, so they can be in expectation with us. So, others can help us prepare and accountable. We make a place for this new person coming…

Hope seems to be a tenuous feeling in our world. Our "hopes" are as often in vain as they are fulfilled. And yet, in the Bible, we find God's word offers a type of hope that is very different. Mary's reaction to God's promises demonstrates Biblical hope for us, and helps us understand how crucial it is to our spiritual journey.

but standing by the cross of Jesus were his mother and his mother’s sister, Mary the wife of Clopas, and Mary Magdalene. When Jesus saw his mother and the disciple whom he loved standing nearby, he said to his mother, “Woman, behold, your son!” JESUS PORTRAYS PARENTAL HONORING. On the cross we behold…

Last week’s text and today’s lesson provide us with a setting that is easy to write-off as “I’ll never need that.” After all, what is the likelihood that an angel will appear to us physically? And IF an angel appears, what are the chances that any one of us will be told that we will supernaturally conceive…

Today is our second Sunday of the Advent Season! Last week we focused on the theme of Hope, as we considered what took place with Zechariah in Luke 1 . Today’s theme is Peace, and we will be looking at the rest of Luke 1 . Peace. Something that the world cries out for, isn’t it? Everyone seems to want…

Luke 2:1-21 Scene 1. Imagine a huge party being held on your birthday in your honour. There are presents and gifts and special speeches. More food and alcohol is consumed than at any other time of the year. Everyone considers the event so important that it is declared a public holiday. In fact it is…

The day is coming There are several significant dates in someones life, and that included Jesus. What are some significant things, dates that you have had in your life? What about significant events, dates in Jesus life? How about the disciples, the apostles? Jesus date is coming, but tonight we are…

26 In the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God to a city of Galilee named Nazareth, 27 to a virgin betrothed to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David. And the virgin’s name was Mary. 28 And he came to her and said, “Greetings, O favored one, the Lord is with you!” 29 But she was…

Mary's song reminds us that God is mighty and merciful toward us.

Last week we saw the angel Gabriel appear to a priest named Zacharias who was very old and without children. He announced his wife Elizabeth would have a son, an impossible feat given they were beyond child bearing years. But we saw that God is the God of impossible as what he promised through the angel…

In those days Mary arose and went with haste into the hill country, to a town in Judah, and she entered the house of Zechariah and greeted Elizabeth. And when Elizabeth heard the greeting of Mary, the baby leaped in her womb. And Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit, and she exclaimed with a loud…

Relationships Renewed The story of Christmas is this: Relationships Renewed For God so loved the World that he gave His one and only Son that whosoever believes in him shall not perish but have everlasting life. Jesus came so that our relationship with the Lord could be renewed. This relationship was…

Today we are looking at the dilemma Mary faced in saying, “Yes” to the Lord. Why a series called, “The Christmas Dilemma?” Typically we refer to Christmas a the most wonderful time of the year. We even sing songs with that theme. Our culture places a great emphasis on Christmas as the greatest time of…

Today we will be studying John 12:1-11 . I encourage you to open your bibles to that passage, or follow along using the Bible Study App, or on the screen behind me. As you open to that passage, let’s review the background to this event, which occurs just before the final week of Jesus before His death…

Message given Christmas Eve concerning God overcoming our inadequacy and not feeling as if we are good enough. Merry Christmas!

John 12

1 I will extol you, O Lord , for you have drawn me up and have not let my foes rejoice over me. 2 O Lord my God, I cried to you for help, and you have healed me. 3 O Lord , you have brought up my soul from Sheol; you restored me to life from among those who go down to the pit. 4 Sing praises to the Lord…

Today we conclude this series on Matthew. I hope that I have given you a view of Jesus from Matthew’s perspective. I have tried to cover as much of the book that I could in these 14 weeks. I hope that you have taken just a piece of what Matthew wrote and begin applying it to your life. Today is no different.…

Introduction Announce Text: Luke 1:26-38 Scripture Intro: Re-announce and read text: Luke 1:26-38 26 In the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God to a city of Galilee named Nazareth, 27 to a virgin betrothed to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David. And the virgin’s name was Mary.…