What is our message as we wait for the arrival of Jesus?

John the Baptist, the cousin of Jesus, was the prophet appointed by God to announce the arrival of the Kingdom of Heaven. When Jesus arrived as a child, His Kingdom was about to break into Earth and establish itself as a beacon of light in the darkness. As we wait for the arrival of Jesus in dark days, what is our message of hope? How do we avoid passivity in our faith as we await the arrival of King Jesus once again?

Speaker: Michael Bayne
Text: Luke 1:57-80 ESV

What do we anticipate when we wait for Jesus?

As Mary waits for the arrival of Jesus, she stays with her extended family and has an incredible moment encountering the Spirit of God. Mary, through song, reveals what she is expecting when Jesus arrives. When we anticipate the wrong things, we often experience disappointment. This week, let's explore what we should anticipate when we wait well for Jesus to expand his rule in our lives!

Speaker: Michael Bayne
Text: Luke 1:39-56 ESV

God chose Mary to bring Jesus into the world in human form. Mary…a teenager from a simple family in an average town. Mary…who would not have been trusted with such a task. Mary…who was tasked with a sacred mission while labeled a sinner. This week, we explore her response to the arrival of Jesus and strive to discover our response to God breaking into humanity.

Speaker: Mike Kuckel
Text: Luke 1:26-38 ESV

John does not begin his Gospel account with the birth of Jesus but rather with the beginning of his ministry. This Gospel writer gives us a glimpse into who Jesus is before He is born in a manger in Bethlehem. To understand what arrived with Jesus, we must understand his identity. This week, we answer the question, who is Jesus?

Speaker: Michael Bayne
Text: John 1:1-18 ESV

The Letter to the Philippians is known as the letter of joy, but we rarely connect the theme to the context. As the Apostle Paul writes this letter, he is in a Roman prison, and his ministry is under attack from every side. Join us as we explore Philippians to see how we experience joy in a culture determined to distract us with shallow substitutes. This week, we finish with Philippians 4:10-23 ESV, exploring contentment, confidence, and generosity.

Speaker: Mike Kuckel
Text: Philippians 4:10-23 ESV

The Letter to the Philippians is known as the letter of joy, but we rarely connect the theme to the context. As the Apostle Paul writes this letter, he is in a Roman prison, and his ministry is under attack from every side. Join us as we explore Philippians to see how we experience joy in a culture determined to distract us with shallow substitutes. This week, we move into Philippians 4:1-9 ESV and an invitation to embrace Christ's character and mind as we stand firm.

Speaker: Michael Bayne
Text: Philippians 4:1-9 ESV

The Letter to the Philippians is known as the letter of joy, but we rarely connect the theme to the context. As the Apostle Paul writes this letter, he is in a Roman prison, and his ministry is under attack from every side. Join us as we explore Philippians to see how we experience joy in a culture determined to distract us with shallow substitutes.

This week, we step into Philippians 3:12-4:1 ESV and a challenge to stand firm in a way that honors Jesus.

Speaker: Michael Bayne
Text: Philippians 3:12-4:1 ESV

The Letter to the Philippians is known as the letter of joy, but we rarely connect the theme to the context. As the Apostle Paul writes this letter, he is in a Roman prison, and his ministry is under attack from every side. Join us as we explore Philippians to see how we experience joy in a culture determined to distract us with shallow substitutes. This week, we shift Philippians 3:1-11 ESV and explore our priorities and the righteousness we cling to in Christ.

Speaker: Mike Kuckel
Text: Philippians 3:1-11 ESV