Walking in the Light of Christ

Scripture Reading: Matthew 4:12-17; John 1:4-5; Ephesians 6:12

Key Verse: John 8:12

"Again Jesus spoke to them, saying, 'I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.'"

In the sermon, we are reminded of the profound truth that Jesus is the light that has dawned in a world overshadowed by darkness. This light is not merely a metaphor but a transformative reality that changes everything for those who choose to follow

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Bearing Fruit in the Wilderness

Scripture Reading: Matthew 3:1-12

Devotional:

In the wilderness of Judea, a voice cried out, "Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand." John the Baptist, clothed in camel's hair and sustained by locusts and wild honey, preached a message that was as simple as it was profound. His call to repentance was not just a call to turn away from sin, but a call to turn towards God, to prepare the way for the Lord in our hearts.

John's message is as relevant today as it was then. W

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The Treasure Trap

Scripture:"Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal, but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also." — Matthew 6:19-21 (ESV)

Devotional:

In our fast-paced world, it's easy to become ensnared by the allure of earthly treasures. Whether it's the pursuit of success, m

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When Life Hurts

(Introduction)

Life. It's a beautiful gift, but it's also marked by moments that shake us to our core, experiences

that bring tears and pain. We all face trials; the Bible promises trouble for those who live and are

born. But what is trouble? What is hurt? Hurt can be internal, deeper than any visible wound.

Think of a time when you were physically hurt, but the emotional sting was even worse. I

remember a basketball practice where I fell hard, but the embarrassment of the whol

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Gross Grace

In John 8:1-11, we find one of the most profound displays of grace in the Bible. Jesus is confronted by the religious leaders who bring before Him a woman caught in adultery. Their intent is clear: trap Jesus in a legal and moral dilemma. But Jesus, in His infinite wisdom, offers a response that not only disarms the accusers but also transforms the life of the accused.

Grace, by definition, is unmerited favor. It is God giving us what we don’t deserve. And in this passage,

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Stepping into Stupid

Scripture Reading: Joshua 3:1-17 (NKJV)

Key Verse: “As soon as the soles of the feet of the priests… shall rest in the waters of the Jordan, the waters… shall stand as a heap.” (Joshua 3:13)

Life often brings us to rivers we feel unequipped to cross. In Joshua 3, we find the children of Israel at the Jordan River, preparing to step into their Promised Land. The river was not just a physical obstacle; it was a test of faith, trust, and obedience. The story invites us to refle

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Christmas 2024

New Beginnings

Christmas 2024

Luke 2:19 (NKJV): “But Mary kept all these things and pondered them in her heart.”

The Christmas story is filled with moments that invite us to pause and reflect. In Luke 2, amidst the chaos of a census, a long journey to Bethlehem, and the humble birth of Jesus in a stable, Mary finds a moment to treasure and ponder. The word “pondered” (from the Greek syntēreō) means “to keep, preserve, or treasure up in memory.”

Mary had much to ponder: the f

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Delay Doesn't Mean Denial

"Now Moses was tending the flock of Jethro his father-in-law, the priest of Midian. And he led the flock to the far side of the wilderness and came to Horeb, the mountain of God." – Exodus 3:1

Moses’ life seemed to take a detour after he fled Egypt. He went from being a prince to a shepherd, spending 40 years in the wilderness tending sheep. To some, it might have looked like God had abandoned His promise to deliver Israel. But God wasn’t giving up on Moses—He was preparin

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God's Sign, Son, and Savior

As I studied unique births in history, I was amazed at how extraordinary they were. From a

young British girl in labor for 20 days, to a 70-year-old mother in India giving birth, to a woman

running a marathon at 39 weeks pregnant before going into labor, these stories are remarkable.

Yet none compare to the miraculous birth of Jesus Christ—the birth that brought hope to the

world.

A Birth Unlike Any Other

Jesus' birth is the most unusual and miraculous in history. His coming ful

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Being the Church in a Broken World

Broken World In today’s world, it’s easy to see the brokenness around us. From economic challenges to personal struggles, people are hurting and searching for hope. As followers of Jesus, we are called to be the church in this broken world, showing His love in practical ways.This past week, a group of men and boys from our church went to help a man by cutting a tree out of his yard—something he couldn’t do himself. This man wasn’t even a member of our church, but he needed...
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