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Is it really true that Jesus was involved in the creation of all things? If so, what are the implications? How can Jesus be the Creator and the "Firstborn of all creation"? Is there a contradiction in Scripture as many claim? Let's take a look...

Merry Christmas from Iroquois Valley Christian Church in Rensselaer Indiana!

What comes to mind when we think of Christmas in 21st century America? Santa. The manger. Baby Jesus. Mary. Joseph. The wise men. Angels. Shepherds. Etc. But we know that the Christmas story was not "made in America." The setting was about 2,000 years ago in Israel. Roman occupied territory. Israel was looking for "Christmas": God's gift to set them free from Roman oppression. A Messiah. What does Scripture say about the Messiah? What exactly was his mission, both regarding Israel and the rest of the world? Come with the Grace United crew as we talk about God's gift embodied in Messiah.

Matthew 1:18-25 There are many names that are assosciated with Christmas. Mary, Joseph, Santa Clause, Rudolph, and the Grinch. But, three names stand out above the rest. Three names that we need to be sure not to cheapen. Three names that carry the real meaning of Christmas.

The love of God that comes in the form of “God with us” has serious implications on the nature of peace. Peace was intimately connected to the birth of love, and it is through God’s love that we can discover God’s peace- good news of great joy for all people about the kingdom of God. It is God's peace, not our peace, that makes us whole; even when the world around us is broken.

Sermon for Christmas Eve 2020

Three results for everyone who receives God's grace by receiving Jesus as Lord and Savior: 1. We will never be abandoned by God (vs. 1-2a). 2. We will never be alone (vs. 2-5). 3. We will always be accepted by God (vs. 5-10).

From the creation of the world, humanity has fallen short of living the life God intended for us. God, in the ultimate act of love, sent his only Son to take on flesh and blood and enter our fallen world. This Son, Jesus, died for all who have lived and was resurrected from the dead. Our Savior give us hope for now and for eternity.

By Pastor Glenn Pease A pietistic Jewish priest once called his congregation together right in the middle of a working day. He sent youngsters out to announce to everyone in the community that they must come to the synagogue immediately. They called every housewife from her housework, every clerk from…

Wisdom for Worrying Times Matthew 1:18-25 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Dec. 12, 2012 INTRODUCTION: *Joseph was surely worried in the opening verses of this Scripture. Mary had been "betrothed" to Joseph. The KJV says "espoused" in vs. 18. We get engaged before we get married. But…

Christmas: Prophecy of the Child to Come (Part 1) Revised and expanded Lesson Text: Isaiah 9:6 Lesson Topic: Prophecy of Jesus, Emmanuel, Mighty God, Prince of Peace, Counselor Preached in Worcester on 12/9/07 Preached in Quabbin Valley on 12/11/11 Preached in Quabbin valley on 12/9/12 Introduction:…

Christmas: Prophecy of the Child to Come (Part 2) Revised and expanded Lesson Text: Isaiah 9:6 Lesson Topic: Prophecy of Jesus, Emmanuel, Mighty God, Prince of Peace, Counselor Preached in Worcester on 12/9/07 Preached in Quabbin Valley on 12/11/11 Preached in Quabbin valley on 12/16/12 Introduction:…

Heavenly Father – tonight we call upon your blessing during this time in which we examine your Word more closer – This holy night, may the words of my mouth and the mediations of all our hearts be acceptable in your sight – our Creator, Sustainer and Redeemer - Amen The people who walked in darkness…

“Grace and peace to you, from the one who is, who always was, and who is still to come”(Revelations 1:4b) Today we celebrate the conclusion of 11th year of Proclamation here in Brant County – and we sing some of my most favorite hymns, as Jean Duff, our Organist will attest And that greeting that I opened…

Lord, may our hearts be open to hear your voice and obedient to follow where you may lead us, in our hearts, words and actions - in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit - Amen We are only on the fifth day of the 12 days of Christmas, yet our reading from the Gospel has - the song of the angels…

I speak to you in the one God of all eternity; I speak to you in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit – Amen What an incredible journey of scripture we have tonight Tonight at this Easter vigil service we have a collection of scriptural stories comparable to no other all year Five readings – that…

Good Morning I would like to begin with Prayer Lord God, May your holy word and the examination of your word reach us today, may we be so blessed that we would see you, Lord, revealed in scripture today, In the name of the Father, The Son and The Holy Spirit, Amen If you are like me and are a linear…

The passage we’ve read together today is a thrilling story. I hope you saw that as we read together. It starts with Saul, the king of Israel sitting under a tree whilst his tiny army sat around him. The Philistine army was running riot, you can see from 1Sam 13:17 that they had raiding parties unopposed.…