Imagine the scene – smelly straw, stale air, loud animals, very cold, scared young parents.  This isn’t the assumed spot one would imagine the King of kings and Lord of lords to come into this world.  Yet that is exactly how Christ entered the world after leaving his splendor in Heaven.  Today, Pastor John will describe the greatest gift you’ll ever receive as he teaches about Jesus becoming a man.  By coming, he meets the greatest need of humanity – redemption.  By coming, he secures eternity in Heaven to all who believe. 

Now, let’s join Pastor John in the gospel of Luke chapter 2 for the message Christ the Savior Is Born.

Heaven is full of splendor, glory, and perfection.  Why would anyone leave it to come to this sinful, broken world?  Jesus, God in the flesh, chose to willingly leave his majesty in Heaven to come to earth to a dirty stable.  Pastor John explains today that he came to reveal God to man.  No one can see God, but to behold Jesus, is to see God.  He also came to redeem man from the brokenness of sin and reverse the curse of sin and death.  Without this miracle, humanity is lost.  What a gracious God we serve.

Now, let’s join Pastor John as he continues his message, The Virgin Birth.

Think back to all you know of biology and human reproduction.  The very idea of a virgin giving birth is ludicrous.  It’s simply not possible.  Or is it?  Pastor John will explain how it’s not only possible but an actual event in history.  Though biologically, it’s unexplainable, it is both a miracle and a mystery.  God’s ways and plans are far too big for humanity’s limited understanding.  He was promised and prophesied thousands of years before he came to earth and fulfilled all of God’s promises for all people.

Now, let’s join Pastor John as he begins his message, The Virgin Birth.

Keep your eyes on Jesus! In happy times, in sad times, and every moment in between – Jesus is your light and your source of life! Today Pastor John will be taking you to one of the most recognizable verses in the Bible to share the good news of God’s love for you. He’ll tell you exactly how much your Creator cares and how that prompted Him to send His Son to the earth to die for you. This Christmas, you can rejoice in the knowledge that God is passionate about you, no matter who you are!

Now, let’s join Pastor John in the gospel of John, chapter 3, as he begins his message, So Loved.

Jesus, God’s Son, actually came to earth. He left the comfort of Heaven to put on a human body, similar to yours in every respect. He knew hunger and thirst; He was tired and mourned. Jesus knew joyful moments and celebrated during His life! Jesus KNOWS all about your life – He experienced it all! Today, Pastor John is inviting you to know Jesus even more intimately this holiday season and to remember that He’s capable of saving you. Jesus is the Word made flesh!

Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of John chapter 1 as he begins his message The Word Made Flesh.

When God places a call in your life to love and minister to others, it’s an incredible privilege and blessing.    Yet often it’s marked by seasons of discouragement, fear, weariness, and struggle.  Paul experienced this on occasion.  His heart was so invested and concerned for those he ministered to; he often felt the heaviness of his call.  Today Pastor John will encourage you with the truth of God’s steadfast presence and faithfulness through those difficult emotions.  God will comfort and encourage you when you need it.

Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of 2 Corinthians chapter 7 for his message Real Repentance.

The world can be a dark and scary place for believers sometimes.  There can be rejection, misunderstanding, and negative influences.  So, the temptation is to hide and huddle within your familiar Christian circles.  Yet, as Pastor John points out today, if every believer hid away, how would the world be reached?  You are here for a purpose to influence the world for good.  Don’t be afraid.  You are light, reflecting Jesus in a dark world.  Others’ lives will be changed as you live a godly life.

Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of Matthew chapter 5 as he continues his message Salt and Light.

Life without Jesus is bleak and unpalatable overall, with only tiny pinpricks of joy.  But, as Pastor John teaches today, as a believer, you can offer the world zest, flavor, and a savory delight by sprinkling Jesus on everyone.  You are salt in this stale world.  You can exude joy despite what’s going on around you and influence everyone you meet.  And as you live this kind of life, you create a thirst for God.  Others long for the refreshment that Jesus brings believers.

Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of Matthew chapter 5 as he begins his message Salt and Light.

The first thing satan attacked was the word of God, saying, “did God really say…”.  It’s his tactic still today.  He causes people to question the bible’s relevance, purpose, and sufficiency.  Yet, as Pastor John explains today, the bible is without error or fault.  It’s timeless and clear.  Scripture guides your life and gives you purpose. It will never change and never be irrelevant.  It is THE word of God.   It is perfect, and satan can never refute or defeat it.  So, treasure the bible.  It’s of far more value than all the gold in the world.

Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of Psalms chapter 19 as he continues his message, Listen, God is Speaking.

God is Almighty, Holy, and unequaled. As a finite human, you have no way to seek or know him on your own.  Yet, in great love and compassion, God has chosen to reveal himself to humanity in many ways.  Today, Pastor John describes the ways God reveals himself so people may know and believe in him.  All people everywhere can begin to know God through his creation, that he’s powerful and beautiful.  And as they believe in him, they can come to know him personally and intimately through his word in the bible.

Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of Psalms chapter 19 as he begins his message Listen, God is Speaking.