Christmas Eve December 24, 2025

Series: Light Your World

Sermon: The Gift of God

“In the sixth month of Elizabeth’s pregnancy, God sent the angel Gabriel to Nazareth, a town in Galilee, to a virgin pledged to be married to a man named Joseph, a descendant of David. The virgin’s name was Mary. The angel went to her and said, “Greetings, you who are highly favored! The Lord is with you.””

‭‭Luke‬ ‭1‬:‭26‬-‭28‬ ‭NIV‬‬

INTRODUCTION: God is the greatest gift giver!

God's GIft of Salvation:

“She (Mary) will give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus, because he will save his people from their sins.””

‭‭Matthew‬ ‭1‬:‭21‬ ‭NIV‬‬

“For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—”
‭‭Ephesians‬ ‭2‬:‭8‬ ‭NIV‬‬

God's Gift of Presence

““The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel” (which means “God with us”).”

‭‭Matthew‬ ‭1‬:‭23‬ ‭NIV‬‬

CONCLUSION: For God so loved the world that he gave... (John 3:16)

December 21, 2025

Series: Light Your World

Series Scripture:‭‭ Isaiah‬ ‭9‬:‭2‬ ‭NIV

“The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of deep darkness a light has dawned.”

‬‬Sermon: The Light of Love

Scripture: ‭‭‭‭Matthew 1:18-21

“This is how the birth of Jesus the Messiah came about: His mother Mary was pledged to be married to Joseph, but before they came together, she was found to be pregnant through the Holy Spirit. Because Joseph her husband was faithful to the law, and yet did not want to expose her to public disgrace, he had in mind to divorce her quietly. But after he had considered this, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream and said, “Joseph son of David, do not be afraid to take Mary home as your wife, because what is conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit. She will give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus, because he will save his people from their sins.””

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INTRODUCTION: God is love and we must let his love shine brightly through us!

Love Revealed

But after he had considered this, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream and said, “Joseph son of David, do not be afraid to take Mary home as your wife, because what is conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit.

-Matthew 1:20

Love Demonstrated

She will give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus...

-Matthew 1:21a

Love Saves

He will save his people from their sins.

-Matthew 1:21b

“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.”

-‭‭John‬ ‭3‬:‭16‬ ‭NIV‬‬

Conclusion: Let LOVE shine brighter than your Christmas tree this season!

December 14, 2025

Series: Light Your World

Sermon: The Light of Joy

Scripture:‭‭Luke‬ ‭2‬:‭10‬-‭11‬ ‭NIV‬‬

“But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord.”

Introduction: Joy to the World!

Joy's Source...

I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all people.

-Luke 2:10

Joy's Sound...

a. Shout

“Make a joyful shout to the Lord, all you lands!

-Psalm 100:1 NKJV

b. Praise

Serve the Lord with gladness; Come before His presence with singing.”

‭‭Psalms‬ ‭100‬:‭2 NKJV‬‬

c. Laughter & Happiness

A joyful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.

-Proverbs 17:22 NASB

d. Celebration of Salvation

With joy, you will draw water from the wells of salvation.”

-Isaiah 12:3 NIV

Conclusion: Joy is contagious! Light your world with joy!

December 7, 2025

Series: Light Your World
‬‬Sermon: The Light of Peace

Isaiah‬ ‭9‬:‭2‬ ‭NIV

“The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of deep darkness a light has dawned.”

Isaiah‬ ‭9‬:‭6‬ ‭NIV

“For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.”

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Introduction: We can have peace when it seems like our world is falling to pieces.

The Promise of Peace

“Of the greatness of his government and peace there will be no end."

-‭‭Isaiah‬ ‭9‬:‭7‬ ‭NIV‬‬

The Proclamation of Peace

“Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, “Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rest.""

-Luke‬ ‭2‬:‭13‬-‭14‬ ‭NIV‬‬

The Provision of Peace

““The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel” (which means “God with us”).”

‭‭Matthew‬ ‭1‬:‭23‬ ‭NIV‬‬

a. Believe

b. Receive

c. Retrieve

Conclusion: Let the peace of God rule in your hearts.

- Colossians 3:15 NIV

November 30, 2025

Series: Light Your World

Sermon Title: The Light of Hope

Scripture: Luke 2:25–27

“Now there was a man in Jerusalem called Simeon, who was righteous and devout. He was waiting for the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit was on him. It had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not die before he had seen the Lord’s Messiah. Moved by the Spirit, he went into the temple courts. When the parents brought in the child Jesus to do for him what the custom of the Law required...

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Introduction: Light shines the brightest in the darkest of times.

Hope in the Darkness:

1. Live with Expectation

Now there was a man in Jerusalem called Simeon, who was righteous and devout. He was waiting for the consolation of Israel...

-Luke 2:25a

2. Lean into Holy Spirit

The Holy Spirit was on him (Simeon).

-Luke 2:25b

3. Listen to Holy Spirit

“It had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not die before he had seen the Lord’s Messiah.”

‭‭Luke‬ ‭2‬:‭26‬ ‭NIV‬‬

4. Led by Holy Spirit

“Moved by the Spirit, he went into the temple courts. When the parents brought in the child Jesus to do for him what the custom of the Law required,”

‭‭Luke‬ ‭2‬:‭27‬ ‭NIV‬‬

Conclusion: The light of hope was born in Bethlehem and revealed to Simeon who watched and waited with a faith-filled heart.

November 23, 2025

Series: At the Table

Sermon: Table Manners

“For I received from the Lord what I also passed on to you: The Lord Jesus, on the night he was betrayed, took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and said, “This is my body, which is for you; do this in remembrance of me.” In the same way, after supper he took the cup, saying, “This cup is the new covenant in my blood; do this, whenever you drink it, in remembrance of me.” For whenever you eat this bread and drink this cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death until he comes.”

‭‭1 Corinthians‬ ‭11‬:‭23‬-‭26‬ ‭NIV‬‬

INTRODUCTION: It is important to pass faith to the next generation!

“For I received from the Lord what I also passed on to you..."

• 1 Corinthians 11:23a

Three Table Manners:

Remember Jesus' Sacrifice...

The Lord Jesus, on the night he was betrayed, took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and said, “This is my body, which is for you; do this in remembrance of me.”

-1 Corinthians 11:23b-24

Rejoice in Relationship...

“In the same way, after supper he took the cup, saying, “This cup is the new covenant in my blood; do this, whenever you drink it, in remembrance of me.””

-1 Corinthians 11:25

Respond with Thankgiving...

“So then, whoever eats the bread or drinks the cup of the Lord in an unworthy manner will be guilty of sinning against the body and blood of the Lord. Everyone ought to examine themselves before they eat of the bread and drink from the cup.”

-‭‭1 Corinthians‬ ‭11‬:‭27‬-‭28‬ ‭NIV‬‬

Conclusion: As we gather at the Lord's Table this Thanksgiving season, let us be thankful!

November 16, 2025

AT THE TABLE

When Bread is Not Enough!

“Jesus said to them, “Very truly I tell you, it is not Moses who has given you the bread from heaven, but it is my Father who gives you the true bread from heaven. For the bread of God is the bread that comes down from heaven and gives life to the world.” “Sir,” they said, “always give us this bread.” Then Jesus declared, “I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to me will never go hungry, and whoever believes in me will never be thirsty.”

-‭‭John‬ ‭6‬:‭32‬-‭35‬ ‭NIV‬‬

INTRODUCTION: Social work cannot be a substitute for spiritual transformation!

Moses the Shadow...

Jesus said to them, "Very truly I tell you, It is not Moses who has given you bread from heaven..."

-John 6:32

Jesus the Substance...

Then Jesus declared, “I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to me will never go hungry, and whoever believes in me will never be thirsty.”

-John 6:35

Jesus = Life

“The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.”

-‭‭John‬ ‭10‬:‭10‬ ‭NIV‬‬

CONCLUSION: Like Jesus, we must understand that physical bread is not enough.

“Jesus answered, “Very truly I tell you, you are looking for me, not because you saw the signs I performed but because you ate the loaves and had your fill. Do not work for food that spoils, but for food that endures to eternal life, which the Son of Man will give you. For on him God the Father has placed his seal of approval.””

‭‭-John‬ ‭6‬:‭26‬-‭27‬ ‭NIV‬‬

November 9, 2025

Series: At the Table...

The Invitation Scripture: Luke 14:15-24

“When one of those at the table with him heard this, he said to Jesus, “Blessed is the one who will eat at the feast in the kingdom of God.” Jesus replied: “A certain man was preparing a great banquet and invited many guests. At the time of the banquet he sent his servant to tell those who had been invited, ‘Come, for everything is now ready.’ “But they all alike began to make excuses. The first said, ‘I have just bought a field, and I must go and see it. Please excuse me.’ “Another said, ‘I have just bought five yoke of oxen, and I’m on my way to try them out. Please excuse me.’ “Still another said, ‘I just got married, so I can’t come.’ “The servant came back and reported this to his master. Then the owner of the house became angry and ordered his servant, ‘Go out quickly into the streets and alleys of the town and bring in the poor, the crippled, the blind and the lame.’ “ ‘Sir,’ the servant said, ‘what you ordered has been done, but there is still room.’ “Then the master told his servant, ‘Go out to the roads and country lanes and compel them to come in, so that my house will be full. I tell you, not one of those who were invited will get a taste of my banquet.’ ””

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INTRODUCTION: We are called the be "At The Table" with Jesus.

1. The Preparation of the Banquet
   
   

“Jesus replied: “A certain man was preparing a great banquet and invited many guests. At the time of the banquet he sent his servant to tell those who had been invited, ‘Come, for everything is now ready.’”

‭‭Luke‬ ‭14‬:‭16‬-‭17‬ ‭NIV‬‬

2. The Procrastination of the Guests

““But they all alike began to make excuses. The first said, ‘I have just bought a field, and I must go and see it. Please excuse me.’ “Another said, ‘I have just bought five yoke of oxen, and I’m on my way to try them out. Please excuse me.’ “Still another said, ‘I just got married, so I can’t come.’”

‭‭Luke‬ ‭14‬:‭18‬-‭20‬ ‭NIV‬‬

3. The Pursuit of the Servant

““The servant came back and reported this to his master. Then the owner of the house became angry and ordered his servant, ‘Go out quickly into the streets and alleys of the town and bring in the poor, the crippled, the blind and the lame.’ “ ‘Sir,’ the servant said, ‘what you ordered has been done, but there is still room.’ “Then the master told his servant, ‘Go out to the roads and country lanes and compel them to come in, so that my house will be full.”

‭‭Luke‬ ‭14‬:‭21‬-‭23‬ ‭NIV‬‬

Two PROMISES experienced "At The Table":

1. God's Presence
2. God's Provision

Conclusion: There is room for you "At The Table". (Luke 14:22)