Though always imperfect in this world, the visible church is given to God’s people as the place in which to be fed, nurtured, and disciplined that they might grow in the image of Christ.

We must learn to look past superficial sources of unity to the person and sacrificial work of Jesus Christ if we are to know true peace with others.

As we will see today, joyous and reverent worship is the natural and appropriate response to knowing that Jesus reigns as king.

It is important, in the Christian life, to slow down and remember who our God is and to find comfort and peace in him.

God warns the nations of a coming judgment, calling them to decide whether they will stand in judgment or turn and be saved, and dwell forever in his land of abundant blessing.