The Hallows Church

Join Pastor Andrew Arthur in studying Luke 2:8-20 from our Hallows Wallingford Expression. This passage begins by moving the scene away from the baby Jesus born in a manger to shepherds working outside of Bethlehem It is the is the lowly shepherds who are chosen to be the first recipients of a wondrous message: a Savior is born who will bring peace for the people of God. Overwhelmed by this glorious news the shepherds search out the baby Jesus, finding Him just as it had been told them by the angel. Overjoyed, the shepherds tell others about the good news and join their voices in praise with the heavens.

In this passage we see the glory of God on display through the praises of heaven and earth. The host of angels and the lowly shepherds together declare the good news that God has fulfilled His promises to Israel, that, in His great love, He has not forgotten His people nor His promise to bring the King!

In this passage we are challenged to be like Mary, the mother of Jesus, and treasure up and meditate upon all these wondrous revelations of God, who He reveals His glory to and how His glory dignifies sinners and sufferers like you and me.

Join Pastor Mark Smith from our Hallows West Seattle Expression in studying Luke 2:8-20. This passage begins by moving the scene away from the baby Jesus born in a manger to shepherds working outside of Bethlehem It is the is the lowly shepherds who are chosen to be the first recipients of a wondrous message: a Savior is born who will bring peace for the people of God. Overwhelmed by this glorious news the shepherds search out the baby Jesus, finding Him just as it had been told them by the angel. Overjoyed, the shepherds tell others about the good news and join their voices in praise with the heavens.

In this passage we see the glory of God on display through the praises of heaven and earth. The host of angels and the lowly shepherds together declare the good news that God has fulfilled His promises to Israel, that, in His great love, He has not forgotten His people nor His promise to bring the King!

In this passage we are challenged to be like Mary, the mother of Jesus, and treasure up and meditate upon all these wondrous revelations of God, who He reveals His glory to and how His glory dignifies sinners and sufferers like you and me.

Study Luke 2:1-7 with Pastor Andrew Arthur to see that God's earthly decrees serve eternal designs; He is sovereign over every inconvenience, and that, ultimately, God's eternal designs serve everlasting joy!

As we continue into the Advent season, may you find great joy in studying today's passage–Luke 1:67-80–with Pastor Andrew Arthur and considering how peace arises when we find our place in the purposes of God. As people who can struggle with anxiety that comes from feeling purposeless or aimless (particularly in this long pandemic season), let us see how the role of the Holy Spirit, the story of redemption and how the light of Christ illuminates our lives with purpose and peace!

As we begin the Advent season, our study of Luke serves us well in this next Sunday passage as we consider how God’s great mercy silences unbelief, enabling faith to speak and spread hope. So if you, or those around you, are finding it difficult to find hope today, join Pastor Andrew Arthur in recalling and celebrating the good news that Jesus' coming brings to sinners and sufferers alike as seen in Luke 1:57-66.

As we begin the Advent season, our study of Luke serves us well in this next Sunday passage as we consider how God’s great mercy silences unbelief, enabling faith to speak and spread hope. So if you, or those around you, are finding it difficult to find hope today, join Pastor Mark Smith in recalling and celebrating the good news that Jesus' coming brings to sinners and sufferers alike as seen in Luke 1:57-66.

Join Pastor Andrew Arthur in studying our next passage in our series in the Gospel of Luke. Luke 1:46-56 captures Mary’s response to the work of God in her life. Mary is humbled to be used by God in such a powerful way and rejoices in the work He promises to do through her and the Child, Jesus, in her womb. Mary’s humble and joyous response to God’s blessing reminds us of God’s power to break through all the barriers that might keep us from His grace and reveals that the only proper response to God’s blessing is worship–worship that is both "me" and "we," as well as deep and wide.

Join Pastor Mark Smith in studying our next passage in our series in the Gospel of Luke. Luke 1:46-56 captures Mary’s response to the work of God in her life. Mary is humbled to be used by God in such a powerful way and rejoices in the work He promises to do through her and the Child, Jesus, in her womb. Mary’s humble and joyous response to God’s blessing reminds us of God’s power to break through all the barriers that might keep us from His grace and reveals that the only proper response to God’s blessing is worship–worship that is both "me" and "we," as well as deep and wide.

Listen to Sunday's sermon from our West Seattle Expression Pastor, Mark Smith, as we continue our study into Luke 1:39-45. As you listen, may you be encouraged to press into and embody the gift of Christ-Centered community.

Eager for support in the task head, Mary follows the angel’s encouragement and goes to visit Elizabeth. Upon arriving, the child in Elizabeth’s womb jumps for joy. Filled with the Spirit, Elizabeth understands the reason for Mary’s visit and encourages her by affirming God’s promises to her. In this text we witness a beautiful example of grace-filled community. After being overwhelmed by the visit of the angel, Mary finds comfort and encouragement from the fulfillment of God’s promises in the life of Elizabeth. Like Mary and Elizabeth, as the Spirit-filled community of Christ followers we are called to share one another’s burdens, encouraging each other as we take up the task of daily obedience to our Lord and Messiah, Jesus.

Listen to Sunday's sermon by Stephen Searles, our Hallows Church Planter in Residence, as we continue our study into Luke 1:39-45. As you listen, may you be encouraged to press into and embody the gift of Christ-Centered community.

Eager for support in the task head, Mary follows the angel’s encouragement and goes to visit Elizabeth. Upon arriving, the child in Elizabeth’s womb jumps for joy. Filled with the Spirit, Elizabeth understands the reason for Mary’s visit and encourages her by affirming God’s promises to her. In this text we witness a beautiful example of grace-filled community. After being overwhelmed by the visit of the angel, Mary finds comfort and encouragement from the fulfillment of God’s promises in the life of Elizabeth. Like Mary and Elizabeth, as the Spirit-filled community of Christ followers we are called to share one another’s burdens, encouraging each other as we take up the task of daily obedience to our Lord and Messiah, Jesus.