History does not repeat itself. However, people often do repeat patterns of behavior. This never-ending cycle of actions and aftermath create the feeling of deja vu. History fascinates many who seek to identify repeated behavior patterns to possible change the resulting scenarios. Opposing forces cry “Victory at any cost” or “Death before dishonor” or “Never […]

How do you respond to being judged? Luke records a performance review as Jesus continues His ministry. You will examine three distinct reviews and realize God notices your behavior.

Job applications provide a place to list your qualifications for a particular job opportunity. Luke’s account shows Jesus is uniquely qualified to deliver people from their sins as God promised. Notice Jesus’ two important qualifications this morning.

What a joy to know God not only knows everything, He remembers it, too! Today’s passage celebrates the fact God remembers what He has said and that God keeps His promises. Notice how God keeps His promises to others and how God keeps His promises to groups of people.

Our text reveals two women, functioning as worship leaders, asking us to join them as they celebrate what God does. That is our goal today: to start singing with a reason to sing.

Today we hear the message of John the Baptist – preparing hearts to celebrate the arrival of the Christ. The King IS coming!

Family histories are littered with days of turmoil, tragedy, and tears far more than they are with triumph. As people of faith we trust and hope they are producing a greater result than what is seen today. Today we see God using discouraging events to set the stage for something incredible.

Mark records the arrival ceremony of two great individuals. Far from being filled with pomp and circumstance, their arrival is almost archaic in its nature. Nothing indicates position, popularity, or prominence; yet the arrival of these two persons marks a turning point in history. Mark tells us in the Great Servant has arrived.