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Luke 1:57-80 In an earlier Sermon, we saw how the angel Gabriel had prophesied to Zacharias that he and Elisabeth would have a son in their old age, and that they were to name their son John. But long before Gabriel ever appeared to Zacharias, John’s birth was prophesied in the Old Testament by the prophet…

Have you ever received exciting news but you couldn’t tell no one? I hate it when someone comes up to me and says, “I’m going to tell you something but you can tell no one.” I’m not talking about pertaining to my job. As a Pastor people tell me stuff all the time that I can’t tell anyone about. I keep…

We spent 5 weeks talking about doing nothing. The basic idea is this: God is the one in charge, who has the plan, who knows when and how to fix things. The logical conclusion: there will be (many) times when I want God to act, but he has not decided to act yet. The right thing to do then is “nothing.”…

The Purpose Fascination - Discovery - Identity - Authenticity One day, Napoleon was speaking of the Divinity of Christ; when General Bertrand said:— “I can not conceive, sire, how a great man like you can believe that the Supreme Being ever exhibited himself to men under a human form, with a body, a…

Torah: Exodus 6:2-9:35 Haftarah: Ezekiel 28:25-29:21 Review Dividing the baby in two with a sword Two harlots Two choices: Esau and Jacob Two roles of Messiah Two oxen: shor and rey-em Two sticks Hebrew = ibri ( Genesis 14:13 ) Bitterness Pride Shema - Summary Torah Portion Exodus 6:2-9:35 3 I appeared…

As we begin our message today on the second Sunday in Advent, our theme is Peace. I want to share with you a vide3o from our friends at Bible Project. I encourage you all to watch these videos more than once, as there is a lot of information packed into these short videos. You can find them at Bible…

Luke 1:57-80 Scene 1: Imagine that you are Zechariah, the father of John the Baptist. God had made you unable to speak for nine months. Because you hadn’t believed him when he told you that he was about to perform a miracle. In this miracle God is going to give you a son. The son that you thought you…

Good morning, turn in your Bibles with me to Luke chapter 3. As you are making your way there I want to speak a moment about the importance of God’s Word. The Preaching of the Word of God is the highest point of our Christian Worship. It is not because there is anything I do or anyone for that matter…

“The Salvation Song” Good morning. Would you turn in your Bibles with me to Luke chapter 1. Let us begin this morning by starting in verse 77. Luke chapter 1 and verse 77. 77 to give knowledge of salvation to his people in the forgiveness of their sins, 78 because of the tender mercy of our God, whereby…

Song of Salvation Last week we looked at the first song in the Gospel of Luke. Remember Mary was with Elizabeth who she had just found out was pregnant. She made the 80 mile Journey to Z and E’s home and then E. prophesied about the Lord being in Mary’s Womb. Mary then composed a Song that Praised the…

Did you know that at least a few songs, or hymns, that are considered to be Christmas songs, really not particularly Christmas songs? I want to mention two of them this morning. One is the song we sang first this morning. “Joy to the World” was not written as a Christmas Song. It was written by Isaac…

Torah Portion: Deuteronomy 32:1-52 Haftarah: Hosea 14:1-9 ; Micah 7:18-20 Review Three Weeks Picture 7 Consolations: “Nachamu Nachamu,” the doubled consoling. Comforted but Zion said alone Third consolation: anaya Soarah: Afflicted and Stormed Tossed 67 Before I was afflicted I went astray, But now I…

Torah Portion: Genesis 21:1-34 Haftarah: 1 Samuel 1:1-2:10 Review Three Weeks Picture of the Three Weeks of Sorrow/ 3 Rebukes 7 Consolations: “Nachamu Nachamu, Comforted but Zion said alone . Third consolation: anaya Soarah: Afflicted and Stormed Tossed 67 Before I was afflicted I went astray, But now…

The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: He leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: He leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou…

I. Introduction Update on life I’l be taking the new role of senior pastor at a grace called Grace Bible Church of Cedar Ridge It is in Grass Valley, California, which is about 1 hour north of Sacramento Beautiful area that we’re excited to move to And our family was welcomed well, so we’re super excited…

Introduction We need to learn from the experiences of others. In 2003, a 27-year-old outdoorsman - Aron Ralston - embarked on a solo canyoneering adventure in Utah’s Blue John Canyon. His passion for adventure and his belief in his own abilities led him deep into the rugged wilderness, seeking the thrill…

A detailed account A detailed account after a personal investigation for application (1:1-5) A detailed account foretelling of the forerunner (1:6-25) A detailed account of forthcoming birth of Jesus (1:26-38) A detailed account of a song of praise from a joyful mothers (1:39-55) I believe you will see…

I. Introduction 1. Prayers 2. Scripture memory 26 Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words. Title and start Catch.. Lucien of Antioch (an early Christian believer) said, ‘A…

I. Introduction 1. Prayers 2.Memory verse For in this hope we were saved. Now hope that is seen is not hope. For who hopes for what he sees? Title What are some valuable ministry tasks people do? Chris Mueller writes "Women thought being a godly woman meant they must be a ministry speaker, write books…

I. Introduction 1. Prayers Bible memory And not only the creation, but we ourselves, who have the firstfruits of the Spirit, groan inwardly as we wait eagerly for adoption as sons, the redemption of our bodies. Title Catch- What do angels get to see that we do not? Angels are amazing They are said to…

We are reminded that God graciously saves us from our greatest enemies. We are encouraged to serve God fearlessly.

Introduction We all have moments of doubt, worry, and fear. We have moments of hopeful expectation. We desire great things to happen and great things to change the situations we are in. Maybe we have great promises guiding us and to lean on. Maybe we just have a strong positive attitude and mindset.…

67 Now his father Zacharias was filled with the Holy Spirit, and prophesied, saying: 68 “Blessed is the Lord God of Israel, For He has visited and redeemed His people, 69 And has raised up a horn of salvation for us In the house of His servant David, 70 As He spoke by the mouth of His holy prophets,…

Introduction My friends, God has been working to secure salvation for the world since before the foundation of the universe. He has been divinely orchestrating all of the events that led to Christ’s incarnation on this earth. Sometimes, we miss the fact that God is working in the micro as well as the…

Our Scripture lesson this morning is taken from Luke 1:67-80 : And his father Zechariah was filled with the Holy Spirit and prophesied, saying, “Blessed be the Lord God of Israel, for he has visited and redeemed his people and has raised up a horn of salvation for us in the house of his servant David,…