Christmas Day

Christmas Eve Service

Who did Jesus say He is? What did Jesus' family say about Him? What did the religious leaders say about Him? Who do Christians say Jesus is?

Acknowledge the pressure. Pray for power in pressure. Walk through pressure with God's power.

What do we learn about Jesus, what is our response to Him, and by what should our lives be marked?

Jesus' need to be baptized; Jesus needed the Holy Spirit, and Jesus needed the affirmation of the Father.

The identity of Jesus and our response to the storm.

A straight path in life means appropriate the Good News, be baptized and immerse yourself in the Holy Spirit

Serving together... Takes intentionality and effort. Fosters enthusiasm and creativity. Results in more than we often anticipate. Creates an environment for Jesus to shine.

What is fasting? Why is it effective? Fasting helps push back the darkness. Fasting helps us draw near to God. Fasting helps when we seek revelation or direction.

What are your barriers to healing? Does Jesus want to heal you? Can Jesus heal you? Will you come to Jesus for healing? Will you talk freely about the goodness of Jesus?

Why is there sickness? What are causes of sickness? What are God's purposes for sickness?

Jesus didn't come to patch something old; He came to offer something brand new. The true Gospel cannot be mixed with a false system of works - righteousness. Jesus didn't come to patch up your old life, but to do something brand new in you.

Discipleship starts with God calling us. Discipleship requires a willing response. Discipleship results in us investing in others. 

Jesus is ... The King of Kings. The servant King.

Does God's silence mean He is weary of something? God was preparing the way. God was aboout to pout out His grace.

Life is tough for everyone; let’s make it better by praying for each other. Do you really believe that your prayers can make a difference? Do you need to grow in how you pray for people? Do you realize the benefits of praying like this?

What is the role of a leader? They keep watch and they give an account.  What is the role of a follower?  They need to submit, be obedient and pray for their leaders.

Through Jesus, therefore, let us continually offer to God a sacrifice of praise - the fruit of lips that confess His name.

Marriage needs to be honoured.  Keep the sexual relationship pure.  Realize God will judge.

Live free.  Be content.  Trust God.

Love one another; love strangers; love those in need.

God's discipline is designed to make us the best we can be. What should our response to God's discipline look like? What do we gain from God's discipline?

Persecution - what is it? Why is it a part of our lives? How should we respond?

Rahab's old and new identity.

Will you choose the hope of heaven to change your everyday life?

In order to run well, we need to throw off everything that hinders, throw off the sin that easily entangles, run with perseverance and keep our eyes fixed on Jesus.

Sin; deliberate sin; deliberate sin brings judgement.

Our position and practice.

Encouragements - Live at peace; be holy.

Warnings - Don't fall short; resist bitterness; avoid sexual immorality; don't be impulsive.

Faith as small as a mustard seed is not about us. It’s about God.

His birth and dedication, his calling and his obedience.

We can have faith in the goodness of God to transform our perspective and empower us to overcome challenges, act with courage and listen for God’s guiding.

Refusing to grow brings disappointment and results in immaturity. Choosing to grow leads to a vibrant life and brings you to a place of true discernment.

Blood seals the deal, cleans the stain and pays the price.

Better promises, better terms and better benefits.

Christ is able to save forever. Christ always lives to make intercession for us. This eternal intercession and eternal salvation are for those who draw near to God through Christ.

Jesus is our representative, our example and is our source of eternal life.

Faithful giving is obedient, involves sacrifice and anticipates an eternal reward.

David's faith in the Lord to provide enabled him to overcome obstacles, act in the right way and hold on to God's promises.

Background; led by God; faith in numbers.

Joseph's story, faith and the end of his life.

Has somebody ever asked you to do something that seems so far beyond your understanding, comprehension or abilities?

Noah responded in obedience. Noah responded, despite the length of time everything would take. Noah followed through on everything God asked of him. Noah responded, even though the ask was far beyond his understanding, comprehension or abilities. Noah responded, despite not knowing the whole picture.

Jacob was running from God, running from Esau, running from Laban; then he was running to God and running to the finish.

The power of blessing; our need for blessing; God’s plan for blessing.

Sarah's story, struggles and steadfastness.

The origins of Enoch’s faith; the object of Enoch’s faith—was God; the outcome of Enoch’s faith.

What made Abel’s offering a better offering than Cain’s? Why was Abel commended as righteous? How is Abel still speaking?

We can be confident in faith, commended for faith and creation is by faith.

The waiting game; the unbreakable oath; all comes to be.