Sermon, 1st Sunday of Advent, 2025
The first Sunday of Advent gives us a preview of the second coming of Christ. Christ entry into Jerusalem before Passion week shows us the entry of a king who is setting things to right. The corrupt leaders are shamed, and the people flock to their righteous ruler. Of course, we know that Christ first came as redeemer to lay His life down for His flock, but He will return again to judge the world. Are you ready for His coming? Are you spending the time you have been given in service to the kingdom? This is the most important thing. The night is far spent. The day is at…
Sermon, 1st Sunday in Advent, 2023
In Advent, Christ comes to us historically for He was born two millennia ago in Bethlehem, and He comes to us in judgement as king for He will come to judge the earth. But He also comes to us in each moment, seeking to renew our hearts so that we will one day enjoy the fullness of union with Christ. This Advent season, let Christ into all of the locked away parts of your heart. He will clean out all that does not honor Him so that we can be free from shame so that nothing will prevent us from enjoying Him now and forever. Propers Manuscript