The Christmas season can have both its highs and lows, and this is seen in the songs we sing. Mary herself, before Jesus was born, let out a song. It exclaimed the Savior to come, the hope of the ages. Spend some time in gratitude and adoration of the greatest of gifts, our Savior and Lord, in this season which connects us all.

As we head into the Christmas Season, Pastor Gregg reminds us that before there is a masterpiece on the dining room table, there is a mess in the kitchen. And in the mess and detours of life, God can still fulfill His purposes. Stay faithful and trust Him even in the detours.

Love offers our attention and our resources, and love also offers our time. Our time is often the hardest resource to give. Are we using our time wisely? And why do we give our time, attention, and resources? It’s about God, not ROI. The goal is that our heart would be a work of art before the Lord, so that we could live a life of purpose.

We see through the story of the good samaritan that his generosity with his attention, resources, and time lead to great impact. The attention he gave was lead by compassion, and the resources he invested were lead by his beliefs. Will you choose to increase your impact by stepping up your generosity?

Jesus invites us to be involved in the Kingdom of God. When we say ‘it’s all yours Lord’ and live surrendered, God can take it and use it. With our surrendered lives, Jesus makes the impossible, possible, and our lives result in His praise.

Have you wondered if your life is significant? Pastor Gregg Matte teaches from Acts 13:36-39 on how to make a difference in your life. God has a universal plan for His people and a unique plan for every person. Power and purpose are found when we realize our unique plan connects with His universal plan. And through the introduction to a new generosity ladder, Pastor Gregg shows us how to surrender our attention, resources, and time to the Lord so that our life becomes a masterpiece of ART. Jesus gave it all — His attention, His resources, and His time — will you do the same?

In this video, Dr. Johnston's message follows an interview between Pastor Gregg Matte and Cary Summers, president of the Museum of the Bible.