Because Jesus comes in tangible form as a baby boy, we along with Mary get to experience the good news of the light of Christ in personal, practical, and specific ways in the midst of any circumstances in which we find ourselves.

The light of Christ gives us joy to see the purpose of our lives differently: to repent and give.

The light of Christ gives us peace for the present moment to help us prepare for Jesus' birth. John the Baptist introduces Jesus as the light of the world through the good news of repentance. Even though repentance does not sound like good news, we realize it is good news because it allows us to change in the light of Christ.

The light of Christ gives us hope from the prophecies foretold of His coming, that He will cast out darkness.

When we take ownership in God’s church, we commit to supporting it through our prayers, presence, and gifts. The level of our gratitude in giving thanks to Christ determines the level of sacrifice and generosity in our financial giving.

We give generously and regularly when our hearts are motivated by the love of Christ.

We are made to be channels of God’s goodness rather than to hoard it or store it all up for ourselves. 

Godly wisdom allows us to experience God's grace and glory to be transformed.

Psalm 113; Proverbs 9:10

Reverend Matthew Lake

October 30, 2022

God’s will is accomplished even through the worst prophet ever. So, we can be assured that God’s will can be accomplished in our lives.

Proverbs 16:1-25

Reverend Janet Durrwachter

October 23, 2022

Wisdom is both produced by suffering and also gives us the ability to view suffering with a perspective that lets us build our lives on a foundation that can endure all things in Christ.

Proverbs 24:10-12, 25

Reverend Matthew Lake

October 16, 2022