As we celebrate our Next Gen, we want to be mindful of the role God has given us to play in their spiritual development. We don't all have the same calling, but we all share an equal commitment.

From the beginning of Genesis, God has placed a direct deposit into every person's body. On top of that, every believer is given spiritual gifts by God to fulfill a purpose for their life. What are you doing with what you have been given?

As we start the New Year, our focus does not begin with what we do, but with what God has already done.

Our words matter. With them we carry the power of life or death.

Matthew’s version of Christ coming to the World

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

-       Focus on the Magi and the journey they took to bring worship and honor to Jesus

-       Contrast with the negative response of Herod when threatened

The decision we need to Make:

-       Will you pursue the greater purpose Jesus has for your life?

In his sermon, Jason discusses how often our Christmas plans go awry and draws parallels to the unexpected circumstances surrounding Mary’s miraculous pregnancy. He emphasizes that when God changes our plans, we can either embrace this change in faith or reject it in fear, highlighting the beauty of God’s purpose over our expectations. Jason elaborates on how God’s invitations often come at inconvenient times and may lead us to experience discomfort but ultimately guide us to something greater. He encourages us to trust in God's plan, noting that while our responsibility is to obey, the outcomes rest with Him.

The mystery of Christmas is not found primarily in the circumstances of the birth of Jesus, but in the identity of the baby in the manger. We must dare to ask, “Who is Jesus?” We must decide if we will reject him or revere Jesus. In this message on Philippians 2:5–11, we will learn:

The Question We Need to Ask.

The Baby We Need to See.

The Decision We Need to Make.

The God of the universe became flesh and dwelled among us. He did this so that we could understand him, so that he could relate to us, and so that he could win us back!

Continue to study the book of Philemon as we explore additional methods and resources available for studying the Bible.

Reading the Bible is one thing. Understanding it's another. When you can do both, it's truly life changing. God speaks to us through His Word, so let’s learn How to Study the Bible together.