This sermon is a passionate call to put Jesus back at the center of the Christmas Season. It pleads with the church to turn from the noise of materialism and return to worship, repentance, and awe. It proclaims that the Child in the manger is Mighty God and the only way to the Father. It urges forgiven people to forgive, to give cheerfully, and to seek Christ above every competing voice. It invites every believer to live so boldly for Jesus that their life points the world to the manger and the cross.

On Sunday, November 30, Elder Dave shared how, even after finishing his bucket list and stepping into semi-retirement, God made it clear that his story isn’t over. He painted a picture of life as a hike with God as the Master Builder and the Holy Spirit as the warm light on the path, using Scriptures like Philippians 1 and Lamentations 3 to show that God always finishes what He starts. Through images of storms strengthening trees, trials as faith workouts, and grace powering our weakness, he reminded us that every seasonincluding trophies, tears, and all is all covered in God’s fingerprints. We were invited to repent, trade our own maps for God’s GPS, stay plugged into the Spirit, and use worship and gratitude as weapons in the middle of life’s battles. As we left, the message was clear: no matter our age, past choices, or current season, we are still God’s artwork, and He is faithfully, lovingly not done with us yet.

This sermon is a heartfelt cry for us to become a people of deep daily thanksgiving to God. It urges us to see gratitude not as a holiday mood but as the posture of our hearts in every season. It calls the church to stand together as one thankful family that serves loves and encourages one another. It pleads with us to cling to the freedom Jesus won for us so we no longer live chained to guilt fear or selfishness. It invites you to let your whole life become a loud and joyful Thank You to the Lord.

The message used 1 Peter 5:8 and Isaiah 5:20–24 to call believers to spiritual vigilance, warning that modern cultural and legal trends increasingly redefine evil as good and contradict God’s standards. In response, it urged Christians to anchor in God’s unchanging word, obey God above human authorities, guard their hearts, love people without affirming sin, stay rooted in church community, disciple the next generation, practice honest confession, and walk in daily discernment. Practically, believers were challenged to examine where their lives conflict with Scripture, change environments that weaken conviction, confess rather than make excuses, and firmly settle in their hearts what God has already settled in heaven.

In the city of Antioch, believers in Jesus were first called Christians, a name given by outsiders rather than chosen by themselves. The term meant “little Christ” and reflected their lifestyle, but Jesus emphasized discipleship, which goes deeper than a label. The Bible mentions “Christian” only three times, while “disciple” appears over 250 times, showing God’s greater focus on transformed lives. Being a disciple means living out Christ’s teachings daily, not just carrying a title or symbol. The difference is like wearing gym clothes versus actually exercising, or owning a fishing pole versus catching fish. While the name Christian can be honorable, discipleship is where real fruit, obedience, and lasting joy are found. Ultimately, God calls His people not just to carry His name but to embody His ways, living as true disciples whose lives reflect Christ beyond the label.

This sermon is a passionate cry to awaken the Church to the hidden dangers of porn and the devastation it brings. It exposes the darkness of exploitation and calls believers to stand as defenders of the vulnerable. God’s Word demands that we raise our voices for justice and refuse to stay silent in the face of evil. We are urged to move beyond passive outrage into faithful action that reflects Christ’s heart. This is a call for courage compassion and commitment to protect God’s children.

This message calls us to see Israel not only as a nation in the headlines but as the centerpiece of God’s unfolding plan. The Bible makes it clear that Jerusalem is a stage where prophecy continues to play out before the eyes of the world. Every fulfilled promise reminds us that God is faithful and His Word never fails. We are urged to pray for Israel and to watch with hope as God’s purposes move forward. Above all, this is a call to trust the Lord who guards His people and prepares His church for the return of Christ.

This sermon is a heartfelt call to strengthen the faith of today’s youth while preparing them to lead tomorrow. It reminds us that building spiritual foundations is not optional but essential for enduring faith. God calls young people not only to prepare for the future but also to live as leaders now. The wisdom of the elders and the passion of the youth must work together for the glory of God. Through prayer, love, and example, we are invited to rise and shine as one family in Christ.