Congregational Worship
Joy to the World
Come Thou Long Expected Jesus
No Other Saviour
Advent Reading and Candle
Congregational Worship
All Glory Be to Christ
“The Joy of Faith”
Luke 1:5-45
This morning, we celebrate the 4th Sunday of Advent and the heavenly declaration of God announcing the birth of His Son. This event was so glorious and incomprehensible that it took several angelic messages to bring clarity to just what was happening. As we visit with those the angels met, we find various responses. Responses not so different than we might find today … ones that you may even be wrestling with at this time of year. Can I believe what God says, and will I stake everything on it? Will I hear the word from heaven and demand things are on my terms or will God’s message be enough for me? I think you’ll find this morning that God’s not afraid of your questions (He knows them already) and He honors honesty. The best part of all is that He delights in delivering good news to you so that you can walk with joy-filled faith … that’s the glory of Christmas
Is your believing full of faith?
1. Unbelieving Belief
The Obsession with Proof (v18)
The Obsession with Human Reasoning (v18)
God’s Obsession with Good News (v19)
You’ll Get Your Proof (v20)
2. Believing Unbelief
God Can Handle Your Questions (v34-37)
Expectant, Humble, Obedient Living (v38)
Heavenly Affirmation (v41)
Human Affirmation (v45)
Advent Video
Congregational Worship
Silent Night
∙ Advent Challenge: Will you commit to an area of service in the community for the upcoming year? Will you let God use your gifts alongside of people who need the light of Jesus to shine in their world?