A New Creation in Christ
by Pastor Jeff on December 31st, 2024
12/31/2024“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!” – 2 Corinthians 5:17 (NIV)This verse captures the transformative power of the Gospel. When we surrender our lives to Jesus, we are not simply improved versions of ourselves—we are made new. The old self, marked by sin, shame, and separation from God, is replaced by a life infused with His S...  Read More
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Abiding in the Vine
by Pastor Jeff on December 30th, 2024
12/30/2024“Remain in me, as I also remain in you. No branch can bear fruit by itself; it must remain in the vine. Neither can you bear fruit unless you remain in me. I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.”- John 15:4-5 (NIV)These words from Jesus, spoken to His disciples on the eve of His crucifixion, provi...  Read More
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Set Your Heart on Things Above
by Pastor Jeff on December 29th, 2024
12/29/2024“Since then you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God.”– Colossians 3:1 (NIV)When we accept Christ as our Savior, we undergo a spiritual resurrection. Our old self, tied to sin and worldly desires, is replaced with a new identity in Christ. Colossians 3:1 calls us to live in alignment with this new reality by shift...  Read More
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Approved Workmen
by Pastor Jeff on December 28th, 2024
12/28/2024“Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth.”– 2 Timothy 2:15 (NIV)Paul’s charge in 2 Timothy 2:15 reminds us that living a life approved by God requires intentional effort. The phrase “do your best” underscores the importance of commitment and perseverance in our faith journey. It’s not ab...  Read More
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The Beginning of Knowledge
by Pastor Jeff on December 27th, 2024
12/27/2024“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and instruction.”– Proverbs 1:7 (NIV)This verse sets the tone for the entire book of Proverbs, emphasizing the foundation of a life marked by wisdom and understanding. The “fear of the Lord” is not about living in terror but having a profound respect, reverence, and awe for God. It acknowledges His authority, s...  Read More
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Worship Fit for a King
by Pastor Jeff on December 26th, 2024
12/26/2024“When they saw the star, they were overjoyed. On coming to the house, they saw the child with his mother Mary, and they bowed down and worshiped him. Then they opened their treasures and presented him with gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh.”– Matthew 2:10-11 (NIV)The visit of the Magi to the Christ child is a moment of profound spiritual significance. These wise men, scholars from a...  Read More
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The Fulness of Time
by Pastor Jeff on December 25th, 2024
12/25/2024“But when the set time had fully come, God sent his Son, born of a woman, born under the law, to redeem those under the law, that we might receive adoption to sonship.”— Galatians 4:4-5 (NIV)God’s timing is perfect. This truth is beautifully expressed in Galatians 4:4-5, where Paul reminds us that Jesus was sent at precisely the right moment in history. His arrival was not random or hurr...  Read More
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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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