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Mary obviously plays a very special and incredibly significant role in the Christmas story. What was different or unique about Mary that she should be chosen as the mother of Jesus-the one through whom God would enter our world? What does the Bible say about Mary and how should we view her and remember her today? How do our views differ from the views of the Roman Catholic Church concerning the life and legacy of Mary? Find out the answer to these questions and more in today's study from Luke 1 in a message Pastor Gary has entitled, "A Mary Christmas."

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In the closing chapters of 2 Samuel, David sins against the Lord by counting all the fighting men of Israel. He was incited by Satan and he was motivated by pride. However, he immediately felt "conscience-stricken" and repented to the Lord. In today's study, Pastor Gary discusses the meaning and purpose of the human conscience-how God has given us the moral capacity to choose between right and wrong-and how we should listen to that conscience before it's too late.

After the attempted coup by his son, Absalom, had ended, David returned to Jerusalem to occupy the palace once again as king. On his journey back to Jerusalem, David is met by three men who were also present when he had departed. What we learn from their interaction with the king are good reminders for all of us. Join Pastor Gary in today's study from 2 Samuel 19.

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What makes for a true friend? Do you have a few? Are you one to someone else? When David was broken and beaten over his sin, he needed a friend. 2 Samuel 15 tells us that he had two long-time friends and advisers: Ahithophel and Hushai. Unfortunately, Ahithophel betrayed David and joined the revolt that Absalom led against his father, David. Hushai, however, was a true, loyal friend to David. Find out in today's study what the Bible teaches about the characteristics of a true friend.

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Last week's study was about David's sin of adultery with Bathsheba, and today's study is about the aftermath-how David seemed almost unable to function. He became detached and aloof to serious problems within his own family. The courageous, valiant David had been replaced by a cowardly, defeated David. Sadly, there is a tipping point at which some people go from being broken, to being beaten. How can people recover from sin and function again? Is there life after brokenness? There is! Pastor Gary will discuss this in today's study-"Broken, but not Beaten."

Join us as Pastor Gary speaks with Ronnie Cohen about his testimony and current events in the Middle East.