Are animals part of the Christmas story, like: the shepherd’s sheep, Mary riding on a donkey, critters in the manger, Rudolph and his reindeer buddies, etc., or do they play another role?

Did Jesus contribute to the slaughter of innocent children in Bethlehem by King Herod because of his birth?

This message from our Advent series "Which Jesus?" imitates the Jeopardy game show, where Jesus is the question to which the biblical prophecies are the answer.

Christmas is about Jesus. But which Jesus are we talking about? Our Advent message series "Which Jesus?" focuses on this, starting with Jesus as a priceless holy gift—like a white elephant—but he is neither a burden/punishment nor a joke.

God stands by our side, gives us strength, and rescues us from difficulties. Are we aware? Are we thankful?

Besides a snow shovel and warm clothes, what do we need physically—and what do we need spiritually—to be prepared for winter?

What you need to do to be ready to face this winter. Specifically, who do you need by your side and what steps do you need to take to have them there?

Jesus says the widow who gave two “pennies” (mites) gave more than all the rest because she gave her all. How does that math work?

Jesus made it real clear (i.e., used physical force) that the church is not an institution to serve our purposes or agendas.

Find out why Jesus takes a boy’s simple lunch of fish and bread and turns it into an all-you-can-eat affair for a huge crowd. (hint: it’s a miracle.)