December 18, 2015
“Gloria: The Third Song of Christmas” A Song Of Angels “Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying,” (Luke 2:13) Prelude to the Song God’s Glory Brought Terror “And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night.”… Read More »
December 13, 2015
“Magnificat: The Second Song of Christmas” “And Mary said, “My soul magnifies the Lord, and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior,” (Luke 1:46–47) I. The Story Behind Mary’s Song A. Mary, Enriched With Grace “The angel went to her and said, “Greetings, you who are highly favored! The Lord is with you.”” (Luke 1:28)… Read More »
November 30, 2015
The First Song of Christmas “Veiled in Flesh, the Godhead see; Hail the incarnate Deity. Pleased as Man with Man to dwell; Jesus our Immanuel” (Hark the Herald Angels Sing) I. Promises then Silence A. Old Testament Promises ““Behold, I will send you Elijah the prophet before the great and awesome day of the LORD… Read More »
November 16, 2015
“Thanksgiving, Looking Beyond the Coke” I. Looking Beyond the Coke A. Jesus Gave Thanks Seeing His Mission “Then he took the seven loaves and the fish, and when he had given thanks, he broke them and gave them to the disciples, and they in turn to the people.” (Matthew 15:36) “Then Jesus declared, “I am… Read More »