Jesus came to the earth with a plan. He came to the earth just as God willed it. What was that plan? It was to make a way for you to come directly to The Father and be forgiven of your sins. It was all made possible by Jesus. Today, Pastor Dan's going to show you that every part of Jesus' life gave glory back to God, and that included His birth. He was born of a virgin, fulfilling centuries-old prophecies. The day Jesus was born is the day you remember now when you celebrate Christmas. That's where it all started.

Even though you might celebrate Christmas every year, do you know the reason? Do you know where it all started? Today, Pastor Dan's going to show you that the very first Christmas was an act of love towards you. Jesus was sent to the earth, destined to live a perfect life and die as a sacrifice for your sins. The first step of Jesus' earthly life for your salvation was His miraculous birth. That day is what we celebrate on Christmas today. It mustn't be overlooked in all the hustle of the holiday season.

You can do anything you want in order to achieve or earn eternal life, but you won't find it without Jesus. Without Him, you can't find true peace for your soul. Today, Pastor Dan's going to show you where that peace is found. It's through the sacrifice of Jesus on the cross. He came to earth and died for you. His whole ministry started with His miraculous birth through His virgin mother. That day is why we celebrate Christmas. That's the true story behind all the hustle and bustle and celebration of Christmas today.

God became a man the day that He sent Jesus to the earth. Jesus was God in human form. He lived a perfect life as a man, so He could be the perfect sacrifice for your sins. Today, Pastor Dan's going to point you back to where it all started: the first Christmas. While it wasn't like we see it today, with the lights and wrapped gifts, it was important. It was miraculous. That's the true story behind Christmas. That's where it all started. And all of it came in God's perfect timing, according to His plan.

Jesus came to the earth for a reason. At the exact time God had planned, He sent Jesus to the world to be born of a virgin on the first Christmas night. That's the reason we celebrate Christmas. That's the true reason behind the lights, the presents, and the Christmas trees. Today, Pastor Dan will remind you that the first Christmas started the events of Jesus' life that would eventually lead to his sacrifice and resurrection. Jesus made a way for you to have eternal life by dying for your sins. In Him, you don't have to fear death or eternity. In Him, you're secure. 

Through Jesus's resurrection, you have salvation. His controversial but perfectly lived life leading up to it all started on that first Christmas through the virgin birth. That's the miraculous event we celebrate at Christmas: the real reason for the season. Pastor Dan's going to remind you in today's message that it's a story of love. It's The Father's love for you that was so great, He sent His only Son to the earth to be a sacrifice for your sins so you could be forgiven. That first Christmas in Bethlehem started it all.

Do you believe that Jesus can change your city? Today in Pastor Dan's message you'll hear about the Apostle Paul's time in Ephesus. It was a major city of the Roman Empire that was known for being a stronghold of demonic power and as the site of the goddess Diana's temple. During Paul's time there, the city was transformed. People were hearing the Word of God and learning the truth of who Jesus was. Pray for revival in your city, share the Good News about Jesus, and invite the Holy Spirit to work.

We cannot be at peace with both God and the world. Today you'll hear Pastor Dan share about Paul's time in the city of Ephesus. Ephesus was home to the temple of Diana, a very popular goddess at the time. Yet this pagan culture did NOT deter Paul from sharing the Gospel, quite the opposite. He shared the truth about Jesus BOLDLY. As a result, many came to the saving knowledge of Jesus. Don't be afraid to stand out in today's culture! The world needs to hear the Good News of Jesus. 

Is there something that the Lord has put on your heart that has not yet come to pass? Today in his teaching, Pastor Dan encourages you to trust in God's timing. He always keeps His promises. Just because you can't see Him at work does NOT mean He isn't working. You can trust that His timing is best and He sees things more clearly than you do. Continue to walk in obedience as you pursue His plans for your life. Remember that God is always faithful and He is working all things for your good.

Have you burned down the bridge to your old sin or is there something in the way of your relationship with God? Maybe it's an addiction, or an attitude, or a lifestyle choice. You'll hear Pastor Dan in today's message, plead with you to repent of your sin. Parts ways with whatever it is that's separating you from the life God has for you. Let today be the day that you break free once and for all from what is holding you back. You will discover that true freedom is found when you choose to follow Jesus.