In a culture content with mediocrity, the church is called to stand out through excellence in character, relationships, work, and worship. This message invites us to recover the Christian commitment to doing all things well—not to earn God’s favor, but in response to the grace of Jesus, who has already given us His best.

Luke writes as a careful historian and compelling storyteller, giving us a clear and trustworthy account of Jesus’ life. In his gospel we see Jesus seeking and saving real people with real needs. In this series, we're invited to find security in the facts, identity in Christ, acceptance in His compassion, and forgiveness through His sacrifice.

Before God went quiet for 400 years, He sent one final messenger to confront apathy and compromise. A call back to love, truth, and hope.

When we grow weary in godliness and mission what we often need isn't a rebuke but inspiration. Zechariah painted vivid visions of the power of the Spirit and rule of Jesus Christ. Through his gentle words, God motivates us to stay faithful.

John the Baptist was a voice crying out in the wilderness to prepare the way for the Lord. He spoke plainly and sternly, calling all to repentance and faith in the One who was to come. His voice awarded him the title of Greatest Man Who Ever Lived, but we as citizens of the Kingdom of Heaven can, and will, have as great a voice as him.

Delay and distraction from God's priorities reveals an unfinished devotion to God in our hearts. We need regular reminders and evaluation in order to put first things first as we pursue ultimate happiness in Christ.

Zephaniah's message is a warning against complacency. God calls us to wake up, repent, and return to Him. It's a message of serious judgment, yet remarkable hope and how we can hold out that same hope in Christ to the world around us.

It's possible to move from crying to confidence, from sobbing to singing. Even though our circumstances remain unchanged, our perspective can change. And the object of our hope must change. That happens when we learn to wait on God and live by faith. When we remember that God is sovereign, His timing is perfect, and His plan can be trusted. Even when we cannot see His hand.

God is not to be taken lightly. His character is awesome—jealous, just, powerful, infinite, good, and final—and His judgment is certain against those who grow indifferent to Him. Because of who God is, we must take Him seriously and fear Him reverently, passing on His truth to the next generation.