The season of advent is about the arrival of someone important. A birth might represent new possibilities, but the birth of a savior represents a new era of salvation.

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Scripture:  2 Chronicles 7

Scripture: Ruth 2:17

Going through your storm can lead to victory for those coming after you. Enduring with patience and gleaning may be the only thing you can do until you deliverance arrives.

Scripture: Leviticus 19v9-10; Ruth 2

Scripture: Ruth 1:19-22; Ruth 2:1-20

Hear his voice. Recognize his voice. Recognize his authority. Open the door.

Scripture: John 10:24-31; Revelation 3:19-22

Scripture: Romans 15:1, 1 Peter 2:2-4

While the world looks to celebrity for leadership, the Church finds true leadership in those that practice service and ministry.

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:2-5, Matthew 20:25-28

Scripture: John 10:11-18

We end up with the wrong shepherds because we select them in the wrong way [Saul]

Some people are not spiritually, emotionally to have God's leadership in their life, so they select leaders that create a comfortable environment.

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:2-4; John 10:11-16