Haven Today

In this final episode, David Wollen reflects on Luke 2 and the twelve-year-old Jesus in the Temple, showing why the incarnation—Christ fully God and fully man—is essential to our salvation and hope.

In this episode, David Wollen explores Luke 2 and the story of Simeon, revealing how centuries of waiting find their fulfillment in Jesus, the Lamb of God and the source of true peace.

Born in a manger and announced to unlikely shepherds, the arrival of Jesus turns the world’s expectations upside down.

The first Christmas was a worst-case scenario for an expecting mother—yet not one detail was outside the Lord’s care.

Even before Jesus was born, Mary responded to God’s promise with worship, lifting her voice in a song of praise.

The Christmas story unfolds through Mary’s eyes in Luke’s Gospel, where an angel announces a miracle and a kingdom with no end.

Classic Christmas carols speak of a weary world rejoicing, yet Scripture reminds us that our world is still deeply broken.

The joy of the wise men quickly turns to a midnight escape and deep sorrow in Bethlehem, reminding us that the real Christmas story doesn’t shy away from suffering.

The Magi traveled far because they believed a true King had been born—and Matthew invites us to see their long journey as an act of worship.

Matthew’s Gospel begins with Joseph—a quiet, righteous man through whom God fulfilled His promises and secured Jesus’ royal identity as the Son of David.

Matthew’s Gospel begins with a genealogy many of us are tempted to skip—yet tucked inside that list of names is astonishing news: Jesus stepped into a broken family line to redeem broken people.

Most people skim past the genealogy in Matthew’s Gospel, but it’s actually announcing something breathtaking: a new Genesis—heaven breaking into earth through the arrival of Jesus.

Seeing Jesus through someone else’s eyes often reveals how deeply His compassion reaches—especially for those the world overlooks.

Seeing Jesus through fresh eyes reminds us how different He is from our expectations and how full of compassion He truly is.

Jesus spent His time with the hurting and those society pushed aside. He said, “the blind receive their sight… the poor have good news preached to them,” revealing exactly who He came to save.

On this episode, David Wollen shares how Messiah became a masterpiece with a mission.

Handel’s Messiah was written in the midst of cultural decline to proclaim the power and beauty of God’s Word—culminating in the moment he penned the Hallelujah Chorus with tears in his eyes.

On this episode, David Wollen joins Charles Morris and Dr. Ruth Smith to explore why Messiah remains one of history’s clearest musical testimonies to Jesus.

On this episode, David Wollen opens Malachi 3 to show how this promise points us to the coming Messiah.

Seven hundred years before Bethlehem, Isaiah foretold a Child who would be born, a Son who would be given, and a King who would reign forever.

On this episode, David Wollen opens Isaiah 40 and the music of Handel’s Messiah to reveal the good news that still resounds: “Behold your God.”

Isaiah appears everywhere at Christmastime, and for good reason — his words of waiting, comfort, and promise point directly to the coming Messiah.

On this episode, David Wollen speaks with Dave and Sally Gobbett about how Messiah helps us enter Advent with deeper hope in Jesus.

As Advent draws near, Handel’s Messiah invites us to slow down and remember the hope of Christ’s coming. For centuries, its Scripture-filled choruses have anchored believers in God’s promises.

On this episode, David Wollen is joined by guests Dave and Sally Gobbett to explore how Messiah invites us to marvel at God’s promises and prepare our hearts for the coming King.

On this episode, David Wollen opens Revelation 21–22 to show how the Bible’s great story ends—with a returning King, a renewed creation, and a kingdom where God dwells with His people and wipes away e

On this episode, David Wollen opens the Gospel accounts of Jesus calming the storm and walking on water—showing how Christ meets us in fear and doubt and trains our faith for what lies ahead.

God’s kingdom doesn’t work like ours. From a manger birth to a mountain sermon, Jesus rewrites what it means to be “blessed”—exalting the poor in spirit, the meek, and the merciful.

When the angel Gabriel appeared to Zechariah and Mary, both were told not to be afraid. Yet their responses couldn’t have been more different—one questioned in disbelief, the other in faith.

The Bible’s many stories were meant to be told and cherished by all ages— not because they’re timeless and heartstirring (though they are) —but because they are true.

On today’s episode, David Wollen explores the reigns of Saul, David, and Solomon to reveal how each points to the flawless King who reigns forever — Jesus Christ.

On today’s episode, David Wollen opens 2 Samuel 7 to explore God’s covenant with David and the beginning of Israel’s messianic hope — a promise fulfilled in the everlasting reign of Christ the King.

On today’s episode, David Wollen opens 1 Samuel 8 to uncover why Israel’s demand for a king still speaks to us today — and how it points to the only King who gives instead of takes, Jesus Christ.

Every earthly kingdom eventually fades — but not the Kingdom of Jesus. His throne is eternal, His reign is righteous, and His rule extends over all creation.

From beginning to end, the Bible tells one unified story — the story of a King and His Kingdom. Every earthly ruler, whether faithful or fallen, points to the greater King who reigns forever.

On today’s episode, David Wollen and Danny Rojas share powerful stories of revival in Cuba and how the Lord is using El Faro de Redención to reach thousands with the hope of Christ.

On today’s episode, David Wollen and Danny Rojas expose the spiritual reality behind Cuba’s widespread Santería and share how the power of the gospel is setting people free through El Faro.

On today’s episode, David Wollen and Danny Rojas share stories of how El Faro de Redención is meeting both physical and spiritual hunger in Cuba with the hope of Christ.

On today’s episode, David Wollen and Danny Rojas share how God is using El Faro de Redención to shine the light of Christ across Cuba in the midst of hardship and need.

Revival is what happens when the Spirit of God moves in power—bringing repentance, renewal, and lives transformed by Christ. It’s happened throughout history, and it’s happening right now in Cuba.

As we close this series, we’re reminded that every season — even the later chapters — is part of God’s greater story. The time He’s given us is a gift to be stewarded, not stored away. On this final e

On this episode, David Wollen opens Romans 8 to show how walking in the Spirit transforms everyday life, especially in the “afternoon” years of faith.

On this episode, David Wollen opens Scripture—and wisdom from Christopher Ash—to help us face the war within and walk in the Spirit in the second half of life.

On this episode, David Wollen and guest Christopher Ash explore how believers can live wisely, joyfully, and fruitfully for Jesus in the second half of life.

On this episode, David Wollen and guest Christopher Ash explore what it means to follow Jesus faithfully in the second half of life—and how every season is meant to glorify Him.

When Peter began to sink, he cried out, “Lord, save me!”—and Jesus immediately reached out His hand. It’s a picture of the friendship that never fails and the Savior who still rescues today.

The storms of life remind us how deeply we need the Savior who never leaves our side. Jesus is the true friend who meets us in our fear, strengthens our faith, and proves His power to bring peace in t

When Jesus visited the home of Mary and Martha, one was busy serving while the other sat at His feet. Both loved Him—but only one chose what was better.

Even as the Holy One of heaven, Jesus was known as the Friend of sinners. How could a righteous God embrace the unrighteous? The answer is found in the cross—where justice, mercy, and love meet.

It began as an insult from the Pharisees—calling Jesus “a friend of tax collectors and sinners.” In one sense, they were right. But true friendship with Jesus changes everything.

On this episode, David Wollen reflects on the thief on the cross and the saving grace that meets us, even at the very end.