John 1:1-18

Pastor Nathaniel Thompson

John 1:1-18

Exodous 33:12-17

Assorted scripture- mentioned in sermon

Luke 2:25-32

Pastor Todd Capen

Today we explore a most powerful gift - the gift of hope. We look at Simeon who lived in hope that he would see the Christ child and then speaks hopeful words to others. Simeon just sees a baby but the sight of this baby was enough for him. We also see what God had done in Christ and now let us pursue living in the gift of hope.

1. Seeing enough hope accepts what would normally be fought against. Luke 2:29-32

2. Seeing enough hope accepts what is coming. Luke 2:29-32

3. Seeing enough hope speaks. Luke 2:29-32

Exodus 14:10-18, Luke 2:36-38. Today we explore a most needed gift but also an overlooked gift. We desperately need a decisive intervention of God's awesome and decisive judgment and rescue. Psalm 65:1 says "praise waits for you in silence." This is an important gift God brings.

Series: Advent 2014- What Jesus Gives. Assorted Scripture. A definition: The freedom gift is a true gospel understanding that personally embraces the promises of God as life unfolds... resulting in power to love. The freedom gift is gospel empowerment that allows believers to be able to think, act, and live in line with the truth of the gospel.

1. The freedom gift is to be experienced with power.

2. The freedom gift is to be guarded with care.

3. The freedom gift is to be fought for daily.

Series: Advent 2014 What Jesus Gives

Luke 1:36-56

Pastor Todd A. Capen

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The gift of God's presence finds a response...

1. In those who long to delight in God 1:46-49

2. In those who can't help themselves 1:50-54

3. In those who live by promises 1:55

Series: The Big Picture. Luke 22:14-23