Thoughts on some of the people God used in the Christmas story

Prophecy provided both an advance description of Jesus, and proof that he was the Messiah.

Belief in the Resurrection is central to the Christian faith.

When we consider all the ramifications of the resurrection, how could anybody have more reason to thank God than the Christian?

Nothing else is as important as the good news of Jesus Christ.

While we need to understand Paul's specific teaching on the now-ceased gift of tongues, the underlying principals of EDIFICATION, UNDERSTANDING and ORDER are the main message to us

today.

A vitally important characteristic in a believers life is love.

ALL Christians have spiritual gifts, and should exercise them for the good of the church.

The Lord's Table is a time of remembrance, proclamation, anticipation, and examination.

Christians must not be the ones marked by an attitude of rebellion and self-seeking. Rather let us always demonstrate hearts and minds characterized by submission and humility.