The Heavenly Song of Peace
by Pastor Jeff on December 24th, 2024
12/24/2024“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 rests.’”— Luke 2:13-14 (NIV)In a dark field outside Bethlehem, an ordinary night turned extraordinary. Shepherds, considered among the lowliest in society, witnessed an incredible moment: the heavens opened, an... Read More
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Fear Not—Good News Is Here
by Pastor Jeff on December 23rd, 2024
12/23/2024“An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, ‘Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people.’”- Luke 2:9-10 (NIV)Imagine the scene: ordinary shepherds tending their sheep in the quiet of night. Suddenly, the heavens open, and the glory of the Lord surrounds ... Read More
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No Room in the Inn
by Pastor Jeff on December 22nd, 2024
12/22/2024“and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no guest room available for them.” - Luke 2:7 (NIV)The scene described in Luke 2:7 is humble and unassuming, yet it marks the most profound moment in human history: the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ. Born not in a palace or surrounded by wealth, but in a stable, wrappe... Read More
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He Will Save His People
by Pastor Jeff on December 21st, 2024
12/21/2024“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.”— Matthew 1:21 (NIV)This verse is a profound announcement of God’s eternal plan to redeem humanity. The angel’s words to Joseph reveal both Jesus’ identity and His mission. His name, “Jesus,” means “The Lord saves,” underscoring His role as the Savior of the world.Sin s... Read More
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The Joy of Magnifying God
by Pastor Jeff on December 20th, 2024
12/20/2024“And Mary said: ‘My soul glorifies the Lord and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior.’”— Luke 1:46-47 (NIV)Mary’s song, often called the Magnificat, is one of the most profound expressions of worship in Scripture. These words flowed from Mary’s heart as she visited Elizabeth, carrying the news of the Messiah within her womb. It’s a declaration of praise that overflows from a deep understa... Read More
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The Power of the Holy Spirit
by Pastor Jeff on December 19th, 2024
12/19/2024“The angel answered, ‘The Holy Spirit will come on you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you. So the holy one to be born will be called the Son of God.’”– Luke 1:35 (NIV)In Luke 1:35, we find Mary, a young virgin, grappling with the angel Gabriel’s announcement that she will conceive and give birth to the Son of God. Her question, “How will this be?” is met with an answer t... Read More
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The Gift of the Son
by Pastor Jeff on December 18th, 2024
12/1/8/2024“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.”- Isaiah 9:6 (NIV)Isaiah 9:6 is a powerful prophecy, written hundreds of years before the birth of Jesus, that reveals God’s promise to send a Savior. This verse encapsulates both the humanity and divin... Read More
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The Promise of Bethlehem
by Pastor Jeff on December 17th, 2024
12/17/2024“But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, though you are small among the clans of Judah, out of you will come for me one who will be ruler over Israel, whose origins are from of old, from ancient times.”— Micah 5:2 (NIV)This verse from Micah is one of the most interesting prophecies about the coming Messiah. Bethlehem, a small, seemingly insignificant town in Judah, was chosen as the birthplace of ... Read More
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God With Us
by Pastor Jeff on December 16th, 2024
12/16/2024“Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign: The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and will call him Immanuel.”— Isaiah 7:14 (NIV)Isaiah 7:14 is one of the most remarkable prophecies in Scripture. At first glance, it seems directed solely to King Ahaz, promising a sign during his time of crisis. However, its deeper meaning stretches far beyond Ahaz’s situation, pointing ... Read More
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The Righteous Branch
by Pastor Jeff on December 15th, 2024
12/15/2024“The days are coming,” declares the Lord, “when I will raise up for David a righteous Branch, a King who will reign wisely and do what is just and right in the land.”– Jeremiah 23:5 (NIV)In the midst of a nation consumed by corruption and chaos, the prophet Jeremiah delivered a message of hope. God promised a coming King who would not only rule but reign with wisdom, justice, and righteo... Read More
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A Shoot from the Stump of Jesse
by Pastor Jeff on December 14th, 2024
12/14/2024“A shoot will come up from the stump of Jesse; from his roots a Branch will bear fruit.”- Isaiah 11:1 (NIV)Today’s verse paints a picture of hope arising from despair. The “stump of Jesse” refers to the lineage of King David, Jesse’s son. At the time of this prophecy, Israel had faced judgment, and the once, mighty royal line seemed like a lifeless stump. Yet, God promised that from what... Read More
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Faithful Promises
by Pastor Jeff on December 13th, 2024
12/13/2024“The days are coming,’ declares the Lord, ‘when I will fulfill the good promise I made to the people of Israel and Judah.”— Jeremiah 33:14 (NIV)Jeremiah 33:14 is a powerful reminder that God is faithful to His promises. These words were spoken during a time of great uncertainty for Israel and Judah. The people were facing exile and despair, yet God offered them hope. He declared that He ... Read More
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