by ahna | Dec 22, 2019 | Advent: Views from a Rescued Sinner
The name given to Jesus of Immanuel is used 2 times in the Bible—both times during great turmoil. Whether today is a time of turmoil or not, His presence with us shows His care for us in tough times. Immanuel’s promise prompts us to be thankful when we reflect...
by ahna | Dec 15, 2019 | Advent: Views from a Rescued Sinner
John the Baptist sends his community to Jesus to ask Him if Jesus was the Promised Messiah. John was disappointed in Him—after all, John was in prison. Jesus responded by pointing out His kingdom work, the work that His body, the church, is to continue doing. By Paul...
by ahna | Dec 9, 2019 | Advent: Views from a Rescued Sinner
John the Baptist called all people to reorient their lives by confessing their sin through baptism. Repentance is how we prepare to meet Jesus. Along with repentance of our sin is the responsibility to respond to God’s grace of forgiveness in bearing fruit that...
by ahna | Dec 1, 2019 | Advent: Views from a Rescued Sinner
Jesus tells His followers to get ready for His second coming because it will be unexpected. This “getting ready” doesn’t lead to a passive “waiting” lifestyle, but it directs us to a positive and active life, living by faith in serving God and others. By Paul...
by ahna | Nov 25, 2019 | Potpourri
Why do the wicked prosper and the righteous suffer? Listen along as we walk through Psalm 73 with guest preacher Dr. Laura Smit. By Dr. Laura Smit
