Lent is, of course, a penitential season, but Advent is as well. We get in touch with our sinfulness during Advent precisely because we want to prepare ourselves for the coming of a Savior. If there is nothing to be saved from, then there is no point in rejoicing at the arrival of Jesus the Lord. The prophet Isaiah offers us a number of powerful images for s ... Show More
Oct 7
The Gospel Is Jesus Christ
Friends, in our second reading this Sunday, Paul writes to Timothy, “Remember Jesus Christ, raised from the dead, a descendant of David: such is my gospel.” The Gospel is not the ethical teachings of Jesus or the doctrinal teachings of Saint Paul; the Gospel is Jesus himself. And ... Show More
14m 55s
Dec 2024
The Importance of Drawing Near
The Christmas season is a powerful and unique time of year to remember that Jesus came to make a way for us to be near God. In his life, death, and resurrection, Jesus built a bridge between us and God allowing us to have continual, unhindered communion with our Creator. But God ... Show More
12m 8s
Jun 2025
What to do while we wait!
As followers of Christ, we eagerly anticipate His glorious return, when all things will be made new. But while we wait, Scripture makes it clear—we are not to be idle. We’re called to grow in grace, pursue holiness with diligence, guard our hearts from false teaching, and deepen ... Show More
29m 30s
Feb 2024
Grace: God's Provision for the Believer
To get a clearer picture of God, we need to understand His unearned, undeserved favor toward us. His grace goes far beyond simply forgiving our sins; it is His way of dealing with those who receive Christ. Grace provides assurance, stability, and direction in the lives of believe ... Show More
1h 9m
Dec 2022
Abounding In Hope [Advent Day 6]
What is the true hope that Christmas represents? It’s not the season, or the decorations, or the feeling in the air that has the power to change lives and hearts, but the living Spirit of Christ Jesus. Meditate on Romans 15:13 as you listen to this short Advent Bible meditation f ... Show More
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