What do our symbols mean around Christmastime? Rev. Erickson explains!

Instead of asking the questions of how ready for Christmas are you in your preparations, gifts, and tidings, let us rather ask how do we know we are ready for Jesus? This season is to remind us of why we need Jesus. We can't do it all on our own, so how do we refocus upon Jesus in this time of business and preparation?

Rev. Erickson explains the various symbols associated with the Christmas season. You might be surprised what you hear!

When Paul and Barnabas split over the issue of bringing John-Mark along on their journeys, they both began to grow apart after years of time together. But, they still went out and spread the word of God. How do we know when it might be time to part ways with someone? Despite the split, how was the turn out still positive and how did the two know what the next right step was?

Rev. Erickson preaches on Christ the King Sunday. Did you know this is the last Sunday on the Christian Calendar?

What we do is of critical importance, but it is how we go abut doing it that really matters. How we treat each other in the eyes of conflict and disagreement matters. The words we say matter. How do we decide on our "essentials" compared to everyone else? How do we respect one another while doing so? How do we include EVERYONE in Christ's love?

In a world that tells you to dig your heels in the sand, Christ tells you peace is still possible.

We love our opinions, of course, but is God impressed by them? Or is God impressed by our commitment to each other first? Rev. Ericsson elucidates this very important Christian message.

Why are stories more compelling than facts? Why does Jesus give parables instead of philosophies? One wonders...

Sometimes conflict is necessary within our lives. It moves us forward and shows us that we are different. How do we go about having conflict while still being in relationship with each other? How can we be open to differences and listen to each other more with respect at the forefront? How do we realize that God's love is for everyone and not for just God's "chosen people?"