Hunt Valley Baptist Church

Our church recently presented A Son Is Given, a powerful Christmas cantata written by Adam Morgan that proclaims the gospel message through a compelling courtroom drama. Set within the framework of a trial, the cantata vividly portrays humanity standing guilty before a righteous Judge, only to discover hope, redemption, and justification through Jesus Christ. Through Scripture, narration, and music, A Son Is Given reminds us that Christ came not merely as a baby in a manger, but as the Savior who willingly took our place, paid our debt, and offered forgiveness and new life. This moving presentation points clearly to the heart of Christmas: God's gift of His Son, given so that we might be redeemed and declared righteous through faith in Him.

The sermon emphasizes the divine principle of order in all aspects of life, rooted in Scripture and illustrated through practical examples from daily living, church practice, and personal development. It highlights a biblically grounded sequence—salvation, baptism, church membership, and then service—as essential for spiritual health and accountability, warning against the modern tendency to bypass commitment for convenience. The message extends to life stages, urging individuals to embrace their current season with integrity, particularly in parenting, adolescence, and relationships, where God's design for love, intimacy, and maturity is to be honored in marriage, not prematurely pursued. It also calls for disciplined stewardship of time, money, and spiritual priorities, exemplified by making Scripture and prayer the foundation of each day. Ultimately, the sermon presents God's order not as restriction, but as a protective and life-giving framework that leads to lasting joy, purpose, and eternal impact.

The sermon emphasizes the importance of living a Spirit-filled life as a Christian, drawing from Galatians 5 and other Scripture passages. The central message is that believers should walk in the Spirit to avoid fulfilling the lusts of the flesh, as the Spirit and the flesh are in constant conflict. The preacher contrasts living under the law, which leads to bondage, with living by the Spirit, which brings freedom in Christ. The sermon highlights the Holy Spirit's roles in convicting, cleansing, comforting, counseling, and cultivating Christ-like character in believers. The preacher stresses that the Spirit-filled life is not optional but a command for every believer, enabling them to live victoriously and bear the fruit of the Spirit. The tone is instructional and convicting, urging listeners to daily surrender to the Spirit's control and guidance.

Faith and Blue 2025

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