Meadowbrook Church Sermons

Receiving and giving special gifts and being embraced by loved ones tend to dominate our hoped for Christmas experiences. At the heart of Christmas is having the greatness of God revealed so that we are overwhelmed and moved to worship the Living Lord.

Angels. Virgin Mary. Baby Jesus. Wise Men. These are wonderful characters to a compelling story that has stood the test of time. But, is it true? How can you know? Discover how God has been confirming the reality of Christmas through the centuries.

Christmas stories about reindeer, snowmen, elves and Grinches always end with sweet outcomes where everyone is warm and happy. In real life people hurt us and we hurt people. We hold grudges, resentments and bitterness. The Gospel is the powerful story of relationships made right, with God and each other.

Your calendar is loaded with parties, family gatherings and shopping. You’re pressed for time and headed toward exhaustion and wondering “Why do I do this every Christmas?” Reconnect with the reason for the season, enjoying Jesus’ forgiveness and freedom from guilt.

The economy is in the dump. My 401(k) has lost thousands of dollars. I’m not sure I’ll have a job next year. And now it’s Christmas! If you’re “joy-challenged” then rediscover what the celebration is all about.

Life can get real simple when we’re neck-deep in trouble. Problems and injustices can cause us to get incredibly focused. The question is: “On what will we focus, and for what will we ask?”

Do you work off of a “to Do” list? What’s at the top of the list? How do you prioritize? How do you say “no” to good but lesser things? Is the main thing the main thing?

What’s your week like? Responsibilities; Obligations; Tasks; Favors. If you’re running around working, parenting, shopping, commuting, cheering ballgames and volunteering you’re no doubt wondering how can you get it all done and is it sustainable?

Where should I go to school? Whom should I marry? What career? When should I buy or sell? There are so many questions and so many things to figure out. What if there really is just one thing to know?

Two of the international missionaries that we support are Andy and Kay Martin. Residing in London and providing pastoral support for missions personnel all over Europe, you’ll be inspired and encouraged to see and hear how God has been at work in people and places for which you’ve been praying the past two years.