“Living into Everyday Glory” (Magi)
Matthew 2:1-12, Psalm 19:1, 1 Corinthians 10:31, 2 Corinthians 3:18

The star the Magi saw was a reflection of Jesus’ birth, of the glory of God touching the earth. The Magi could have stayed home; instead, they went seeking after God’s Glory, and they weren’t disappointed. Will we seek after God’s glory too?

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Christmas Glory

This Advent and Christmas season, we’ll focus on the profound theme of God's glory. It can be challenging to define God's glory since it manifests in numerous ways throughout the Bible. It embodies the greatness and perfection of His character and attributes. [1] Additionally, God’s glory reveals His special presence in the world, evident in both creation and His redemptive acts. [2] We can also glorify God through our worship and praise. However, it was on that first Christmas that the ultimate expression of God's glory entered our world with the birth of Jesus. [3] Yet, Jesus came, not only to display God's glory but to invite us to embody and reflect it in our own lives. This may surprise us; we might think God's glory is reserved for exceptionally spiritual people, for extraordinary acts, or even for the realm of fantasy and escape, but we can experience and reflect God’s glory right here and now by following Jesus and living out God's call in our everyday lives. [4] In fact, Isaiah 43:7 says that we were created by God for His glory!

[1] Revell Bible Dictionary, 47; https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/essay/the-glory-of-god/
[2] Revell, 47.
[3] Revell, 47; John 1:14
[4] Revell, 47; 2 Corinthians 3:18, John 15:8.

Orchard Community Church
8180 Telephone Rd
Ventura CA 93004
www.OrchardVentura.org
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Experiencing God’s Glory (Us)

On this Sunday, a few members of our Orchard family will share stories of how they have experienced God’s glory through His work in their lives, and together, we'll lift up prayers for the New Year.

Faith Stories Sunday
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Christmas Glory

This Advent and Christmas season, we’ll focus on the profound theme of God's glory. It can be challenging to define God's glory since it manifests in numerous ways throughout the Bible. It embodies the greatness and perfection of His character and attributes. [1] Additionally, God’s glory reveals His special presence in the world, evident in both creation and His redemptive acts. [2] We can also glorify God through our worship and praise. However, it was on that first Christmas that the ultimate expression of God's glory entered our world with the birth of Jesus. [3] Yet, Jesus came, not only to display God's glory but to invite us to embody and reflect it in our own lives. This may surprise us; we might think God's glory is reserved for exceptionally spiritual people, for extraordinary acts, or even for the realm of fantasy and escape, but we can experience and reflect God’s glory right here and now by following Jesus and living out God's call in our everyday lives. [4] In fact, Isaiah 43:7 says that we were created by God for His glory!

[1] Revell Bible Dictionary, 47; https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/essay/the-glory-of-god/
[2] Revell, 47.
[3] Revell, 47; John 1:14
[4] Revell, 47; 2 Corinthians 3:18, John 15:8.

Orchard Community Church
8180 Telephone Rd
Ventura CA 93004
www.OrchardVentura.org
Contact us at Info@OrchardVentura.org
Orchard's Streaming and Song Select CCLI# 160190

The Glory of a Savior (Jesus)
Luke 2:1-7, John 1:1-14, Hebrews 1:3

On the first Christmas, the ultimate expression of God's glory entered our world. God himself came to us as a baby in a manger who would grow up to be our Lord and Savior.

Christmas Eve Service

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Christmas Glory

This Advent and Christmas season, we’ll focus on the profound theme of God's glory. It can be challenging to define God's glory since it manifests in numerous ways throughout the Bible. It embodies the greatness and perfection of His character and attributes. [1] Additionally, God’s glory reveals His special presence in the world, evident in both creation and His redemptive acts. [2] We can also glorify God through our worship and praise. However, it was on that first Christmas that the ultimate expression of God's glory entered our world with the birth of Jesus. [3] Yet, Jesus came, not only to display God's glory but to invite us to embody and reflect it in our own lives. This may surprise us; we might think God's glory is reserved for exceptionally spiritual people, for extraordinary acts, or even for the realm of fantasy and escape, but we can experience and reflect God’s glory right here and now by following Jesus and living out God's call in our everyday lives. [4] In fact, Isaiah 43:7 says that we were created by God for His glory!

[1] Revell Bible Dictionary, 47; https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/essay/the-glory-of-god/
[2] Revell, 47.
[3] Revell, 47; John 1:14
[4] Revell, 47; 2 Corinthians 3:18, John 15:8.

Orchard Community Church
8180 Telephone Rd
Ventura CA 93004
www.OrchardVentura.org
Contact us at Info@OrchardVentura.org
Orchard's Streaming and Song Select CCLI# 160190

The Glory of Love (Joseph)
Matthew 1:18-25, Romans 3:23, John 3:16, Hebrews 2:10

When an angel appeared to Joseph, it was the glory of God touching the earth! The angel proclaimed that he would have a son, Jesus the Messiah, who would bring with Him the gift of love.

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Christmas Glory

This Advent and Christmas season, we’ll focus on the profound theme of God's glory. It can be challenging to define God's glory since it manifests in numerous ways throughout the Bible. It embodies the greatness and perfection of His character and attributes. [1] Additionally, God’s glory reveals His special presence in the world, evident in both creation and His redemptive acts. [2] We can also glorify God through our worship and praise. However, it was on that first Christmas that the ultimate expression of God's glory entered our world with the birth of Jesus. [3] Yet, Jesus came, not only to display God's glory but to invite us to embody and reflect it in our own lives. This may surprise us; we might think God's glory is reserved for exceptionally spiritual people, for extraordinary acts, or even for the realm of fantasy and escape, but we can experience and reflect God’s glory right here and now by following Jesus and living out God's call in our everyday lives. [4] In fact, Isaiah 43:7 says that we were created by God for His glory!

[1] Revell Bible Dictionary, 47; https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/essay/the-glory-of-god/
[2] Revell, 47.
[3] Revell, 47; John 1:14
[4] Revell, 47; 2 Corinthians 3:18, John 15:8.

Orchard Community Church
8180 Telephone Rd
Ventura CA 93004
www.OrchardVentura.org
Contact us at Info@OrchardVentura.org
Orchard's Streaming and Song Select CCLI# 160190

The Glory of Peace (Shepherds)

Luke 2:8-15, Romans 5:1-4

Pastor Matt Hoyt

When an angel appeared to Shepherds, it was the glory of God touching the earth! The angel proclaimed the news that Jesus the Messiah had been born and would bring with Him the gift of peace.

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Christmas Glory

This Advent and Christmas season, we’ll focus on the profound theme of God's glory. It can be challenging to define God's glory since it manifests in numerous ways throughout the Bible. It embodies the greatness and perfection of His character and attributes. Additionally, God’s glory reveals His special presence in the world, which is evident in both creation and His redemptive acts. We can also glorify God through our worship and praise. However, it was on that first Christmas that the ultimate expression of God's glory entered our world with the birth of Jesus. Yet, Jesus came not only to display God's glory but to invite us to embody and reflect it in our own lives. This may surprise us; we might think God's glory is reserved for exceptionally spiritual people, for extraordinary acts, or even for the realm of fantasy and escape, but we can experience and reflect God’s glory right here and now by following Jesus and living out God's call in our everyday lives. In fact, Isaiah 43:7 says that we were created by God for His glory!

Orchard Community Church
8180 Telephone Rd
Ventura CA 93004
www.OrchardVentura.org
Contact us at Info@OrchardVentura.org
Orchard's Streaming and Song Select CCLI# 160190

The Glory of Hope (Mary) Luke 1:26-38, Titus 2:11-13

When an angel appeared to Mary, it was the glory of God touching the earth! The angel proclaimed that she would bear a child, Jesus, the Messiah, who would bring with Him the gift of hope.

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This Advent and Christmas season, we’ll focus on the profound theme of God's glory. It can be challenging to define God's glory since it manifests in numerous ways throughout the Bible. It embodies the greatness and perfection of His character and attributes. Additionally, God’s glory reveals His special presence in the world, evident in both creation and His redemptive acts. We can also glorify God through our worship and praise. However, it was on that first Christmas that the ultimate expression of God's glory entered our world with the birth of Jesus. Yet, Jesus came, not only to display God's glory but to invite us to embody and reflect it in our own lives. This may surprise us; we might think God's glory is reserved for exceptionally spiritual people, for extraordinary acts, or even for the realm of fantasy and escape, but we can experience and reflect God’s glory right here and now by following Jesus and living out God's call in our everyday lives. In fact, Isaiah 43:7 says that we were created by God for His glory!

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Orchard Community Church
8180 Telephone Rd
Ventura CA 93004
www.OrchardVentura.org
Contact us at Info@OrchardVentura.org
Orchard's Streaming and Song Select CCLI# 160190

2 Corinthians 8:1, 9:6-14
I Timothy 6:18

God’s word calls us to the destination of becoming people who are generous with all that we’ve given in ways that glorify God.

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Orchard Community Church
8180 Telephone Rd
Ventura CA 93004
www.OrchardVentura.org
Contact us at Info@OrchardVentura.org
Orchard's Streaming and Song Select CCLI# 160190

John 6:1-15

God’s word calls us to move toward trusting in God’s provision for our lives and our ability to give.

Orchard Community Church
8180 Telephone Rd
Ventura CA 93004
www.OrchardVentura.org
Contact us at Info@OrchardVentura.org
Orchard's Streaming and Song Select CCLI# 160190