“I heard the bells on Christmas day Their old, familiar carols play, And mild and sweet The words repeat Of Peace on earth, goodwill to men.” The opening stanza from this famous poem by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow strike a cord in us because there is a universal longing for peace on earth. We feel the world’s brokenness. Look at the wars, the corruption, and the … Continue reading The Coming Prince of Peace
The subject of “time” is a big deal. Consider how God is outside of time. We think chronologically in terms of past, present, and future. God doesn’t have those limitations. He sees and determines the end from the beginning. As we study the incarnation and the coming of Christ, we see that He was a Savior who truly had the power to save. The Bible … Continue reading Jesus’ Perfect Timing
When Advent rolls around each year, most pastors make a slight pivot in their preaching and sermon content. If they are preaching through a book of the Bible, that gets pushed aside for a few weeks in order to focus on the coming of Christ. There are unique challenges and temptations that must be navigated in preaching Christmas sermons, but there are also opportunities. Just … Continue reading 6 Things to Remember in Your Christmas Sermon Preparation
Shepherd the Flock 