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- Dec 15, 20242024 Christmas Program
- Dec 8, 2024Away With the Manger
Dec 8, 2024Away With the MangerBy: Phil PeacockSeries: (All)Luke 2:8-12The manger, referring to the feeding trough in which Mary’s newborn child was laid, played a relatively minor role in the Savior’s birth. And yet, it represents for us the humble nature of the incarnation, and also the kind of Messiah Jesus came to be. But why is it that some people, even among those who love to celebrate the holiday of Christmas, prefer to do it without acknowledging the full gospel message?
- For some, the incarnation seems an insult to their intelligence.
- For some, the incarnation is an affront to their ideals.
- For some, the incarnation poses a challenge to their authority.
- Dec 1, 2024Great Expectations
Dec 1, 2024Great ExpectationsBy: Phil PeacockSeries: (All)Isaiah 9:2-7 Many centuries before Jesus was born in Bethlehem, His coming was foretold by the prophet Isaiah. Great expectations were certainly set for the One who would bring hope to a shattered land and a broken people. He is still the all-sufficient hope even for us today. He is our . . .
- Wonderful Counselor
- Mighty God
- Everlasting Father
- Prince of Peace
- Nov 24, 2024Dining with Jesus at Simon’s House
Nov 24, 2024Dining with Jesus at Simon’s HouseBy: Phil PeacockSeries: Dining with JesusLuke 7:36-50 This story from the Gospel of Luke uses the setting of a dinner party at the home of Simon the Pharisee to illustrate a clear contrast between those who truly love Jesus and those who don’t. Jesus’ short parable reveals what it is that fills our hearts with eternal gratitude.
- Our gratitude is based on an acknowledgement of debt.
- Our gratitude is based on the realization that we are unable to pay.
- Our gratitude is grounded in our faith in a loving God who accepts us, forgives us, transforms us, and offers His eternal salvation to us—because He loves us!
- Nov 17, 2024Dining with Jesus at Emmaus
Nov 17, 2024Dining with Jesus at EmmausBy: Phil PeacockSeries: Dining with JesusLuke 24:13-35 Those who loved and followed Jesus were at an all-time emotional low after his crucifixion and burial. Even after his resurrection, there was much confusion and lack of faith. But Jesus is the risen Lord who loves to reveal himself! On the road to Emmaus, Jesus walked and talked with two of his disciples, but it was not until he broke bread with them that they truly recognized him.
- While always in our midst, Jesus often goes unrecognized. (24:13-16)
- The result of our ignorance is discouragement. (17-24)
- Jesus gives us insight into his Heavenly Father’s message. (25-27)
- The more we commune with Jesus, the more of himself he reveals. (28-32)
- When Jesus reveals himself, there is always a message to share. (33-35)
- Nov 10, 2024Dining with Jesus at a Pharisee’s House
Nov 10, 2024Dining with Jesus at a Pharisee’s HouseBy: Phil PeacockSeries: Dining with JesusLuke 14:1-24 - Jesus used the occasion of eating at a Pharisee’s house to share some important lessons about the ways of the Heavenly Father.
- God prioritizes people over traditions. (14:1-6)
- God humbles the prideful and exalts the humble. (14:7-11)
- God rewards those who give without thought of repayment. (14:12-14)
- God welcomes into the Kingdom those who gladly accept His invitation. (14:15-24)
- Nov 3, 2024Dining with Jesus in the Upper Room
Nov 3, 2024Dining with Jesus in the Upper RoomBy: Phil PeacockSeries: Dining with JesusMatthew 26:17-30 Just before his betrayal and crucifixion, Jesus sat with his disciples in the upper room for the Passover meal. As they ate together, he gave them bread and wine which would become an eternal reminder that he is the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world.
- The meal was a reminder of something PAST.
- The meal was a declaration of something PRESENT.
- The meal was a promise of something FUTURE.
- Oct 27, 2024Dining with Jesus in a Remote Place
Oct 27, 2024Dining with Jesus in a Remote PlaceBy: Phil PeacockSeries: Dining with JesusMatthew 14:13-21 After the death of John the Baptist, Jesus took his disciples with him for some private time away from the crowds. When people from the towns found where they were, thousands flocked to be healed and to hear Jesus preach. As the day ended, Jesus called on his disciples to feed them. How could that be accomplished with only five loaves and two fish?
- Never underestimate what Jesus can do for a needy world.
- Never underestimate what Jesus can do with meager resources.
- Never underestimate what Jesus can do with obedient followers.
- Oct 20, 2024Dining with Jesus at Matthew’s House
Oct 20, 2024Dining with Jesus at Matthew’s HouseBy: Phil PeacockSeries: Dining with JesusLuke 5:27-32 In the coming weeks, we will be looking at times when the gospels tell us that Jesus sat down to have a meal, or even to take part in a banquet. Who was He with, and what does it teach us about His mission as God’s Messiah? We begin early in Jesus’ ministry as He was calling together His band of disciples. Matthew the tax collector seemed an unlikely choice, but immediately upon being called, he invited Jesus to his house to celebrate with his friends.
- An Invitation (verse 27)
- A Redirection (verse 28)
- A Celebration (verse 29)
- An Objection (verse 30)
- A Clarification (verse 31-32)
- Oct 13, 2024Unloving Attitudes
Oct 13, 2024Unloving AttitudesBy: Phil PeacockSeries: Elephants in the Church1 Corinthians 13:1-13 After sharing about spiritual gifts in chapter 12, the Apostle Paul focuses on the importance of agape love as the motivation for all that we do. He first lists five important gifts and actions that are useless without love:
- Eloquence
- Knowledge
- Faith
- Generosity
- Sacrifice
- Love is patient and kind.
- Love does not envy, boast or act out of pride.
- Love is not rude or selfish.
- Love is not easily angered and keeps no record of wrongs.
- Love doesn’t delight in evil, but rejoices with the truth.
- Love protects, trusts, hopes and perseveres.