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The Creator of the universe condescended to take on human flesh; but when the time came for Jesus' birth, Bethlehem was so overcrowded that no room could be found at any inn for His family. In this study in Luke, Pastor Mat warns us that our hearts can also become overcrowded, and explains what we need to do in order to ensure that we always have room for Jesus in our lives.

As believers in Christ, we have a Heavenly Father as well as an earthly father(s). No matter who they may be, there is a limit to what earthly parents can give to us, but no limit to what our Heavenly Father can give. In this study in Luke 11, Pastor Mat explains that God has one present in particular that He wants to give you - not just on Christmas - but every single day.

What would God want to see you put under the tree for Him this Christmas? In this study, based in part on a significant event in the life of Jacob, Pastor Mat reveals three things that would be on the Lord's "wish list" from you. The first one may surprise you.

Colossians 2:6

Some people think biblical Christianity is too simple, and want to complicate it with various traditions and add other philosophies that get in the way of a real relationship with Jesus. This Christmas season, Pastor Mat encourages us not to let things entice us away from a simple walk with Christ. It's easy for us, because Jesus did all the hard work.

It is natural for us to desire "the good times," when all is well and we are enjoying life. The danger in times of prosperity, however, is that we can forget God. In this psalm, David reveals the lesson he learned about this and encourages us to remember all the things God has done for those who love Him.

Any time God's people undertake a work for the Lord, the enemy will attack. As we continue our study in Nehemiah, two evil men are recorded as spearheading an attempt to undermine the rebuilding of the walls of Jerusalem. Pastor Mat looks at this and explains what we need to do in our lives when the enemy tries to distract and discourage us from doing God's will.

What is God like? As we continue our study through Mark's Gospel with the trial, scourging and crucifixion of Jesus, Pastor Mat answers that question. And in doing so, we will find that God's choice for a King is very different from what people would typically choose.

Imagine a book in the Bible where God is silent, and instead man's philosophy is forefront. Today Pastor Igor opens an Old Testament book that was never quoted by New Testament authors. Why did God have Ecclesiastes included in the canon of scripture? We'll see it is a book that asks a question that is answered elsewhere.

The Apostle Paul asked the believers in Corinth if they realized that their bodies were the temple of the Holy Spirit. As Christians, do we realize that? What does it mean for us to have the Holy Spirit at home in us? Pastor Igor looks at the nature of the Church and explains what it does mean for us to be the Temple of the Holy Spirit.

Genesis 22 records the account of the Lord testing Abraham's faith and obedience. How did he have the faith to pass such a heart-wrenching test? Pastor Jin looks at the faith any of us can have if we also have a focused commitment to God.