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In this Christmas message, Pastor Shane unpacks the powerful words that mark the very beginning of the Christmas story: “Fear not.”From the angels appearing to ordinary shepherds to the deeper fears we all carry today, this sermon explores why God chose the unlikely, the unworthy, and the overlooked to hear the greatest news of all.If you've ever felt inadequate, unloved, or not “good enough”, this message is a timely reminder that the game has completely changed. Christmas declares good news for everyone.

In this episode of The Prophetic Voice of Our Time, Joshua Sosso reflects on the true meaning of Christmas and God’s desire for His Church to walk in proper order. Drawing from Scripture, he explores God’s original intention for a kingdom of priests, servant leadership, and the restoration of spiritual authority to the body of Christ. This timely message challenges listeners to move beyond titles, hierarchy, and tradition, and to embrace unity, obedience, and purpose in every sphere of society. The episode also invites listeners to celebrate God’s faithfulness and look ahead to what He is preparing to do in the coming year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In this profound and hope-filled Advent message, Pastor Karl continues the Christmas series with an honest, Scripture-saturated exploration of the third great gift Jesus brings: joy. Turning to the familiar yet astonishing encounter in Luke 1:26–38, Pastor Karl places us in the world of a young, powerless Mary—living in obscurity, poverty, and spiritual dryness under Roman oppression—when an angel suddenly declares her “highly favored” and announces she will bear the Son of God as a virgin.With pastoral clarity and compassion, Pastor Karl redefines biblical joy not as a forced smile, fleeting happiness, or denial of pain, but as a deep, settled confidence and calm cheerfulness in God—even when circumstances feel devastating. Mary's potentially ruinous situation (public shame, rejection, and lifelong stigma) becomes the backdrop for a joy that is rooted not in perfect conditions but in surrender to a perfect Savior. Joy, he shows, is not situational; it flows from trusting God's greater reality, His unchanging character, and His presence when clarity is absent.Drawing from Mary's radical response—“Let it be to me according to your word”—Pastor Karl tenderly calls every listener to the same doorway of lasting joy: radical surrender. Whether facing disappointment, health struggles, dashed dreams, or seasons of grief, joy grows when we release control, timelines, and the need to understand, and instead say “Yes, Lord” to whatever He has spoken. This is essential listening for anyone longing to move beyond seasonal happiness into the quiet, resilient cheerfulness that only Christ, born in a manger and risen from an empty tomb, can give.Watch all our sermons on our youtube channel "Flipside Christian Church"Join us in person 9:00am & 10:30am every Sunday morning.37193 Ave 12 #3h, Madera, CA 93636For more visit us at flipside.churchFor more podcasts visit flipsidepodcasts.transistor.fm

The Everlasting Father | The Child is Born Isaiah 9:6 gives us four names for Jesus, and this week's focus is on “Everlasting Father.” This message walks through the meaning of that title and how Jesus offers life, provision, consistency, and fatherly love that never fades. Even if you've experienced disappointment or hurt from your earthly father, Jesus steps in with eternal care. Key Insights: * Jesus is eternal—He didn't begin in a manger, and He'll never fade away. * The name “Everlasting Father” speaks to the loving, protective, and caring nature Jesus offers us. * Your view of God should not be limited by your experience with an earthly father. * Jesus offers unshakable hope because He is consistent, never changing, and always present. * Jesus doesn't just care for the world—He cares specifically for you and wants to walk with you through everything. Scripture Focus: Isaiah 6 (https://www.bible.com/bible/59/ISA.6.ESV) Speaker: Matt Petty Series: The Child is Born Location: Burnt Hickory Baptist Church (https://maps.app.goo.gl/hazkR3omjk9xvxZc7) Connect with us: ° Watch this sermon on YouTube (https://youtu.be/Ueo1fUp9d0s) ° Follow us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/bhbchome) ° Follow us on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/burnthickorybaptist/) ° Visit our website (https://www.burnthickory.com/)

The Christmas story is often viewed through the lens of a cozy Nativity scene—peaceful, beautiful, and picture-perfect. But was the journey of Jesus' parents, Mary and Joseph, truly that simple? Join Pastor Derek Holmes as he dives into the biblical account in Matthew 1:18-25 and unpacks the extraordinary, and often incredibly challenging, faith journey of this young couple. What You Will Learn: The Unexpected Call: Discover the immense personal and social difficulty Mary and Joseph faced when called to be part of God's redemption plan. This was a path filled with uncertainty, risk, and potential shame. The Reality of Following God: See how their story powerfully illustrates that faith is not always easy. Following God's will can be "hard to follow," demanding difficult choices and deep trust. The Greater Reward: Explore the profound truth that even when the path is difficult, the ultimate reward—participating in God's plan and experiencing His glory—is immeasurably great. God's Constant Presence: Be encouraged by the assurance that God is not absent in our trials. Just as He was with Mary and Joseph, His presence (Immanuel) is with us as we step out in faith. This message will challenge you to look past the stained-glass image of Christmas and embrace the courageous, messy reality of a life lived by faith. Key Takeaways from This Sermon: -Following God's will requires radical obedience and a willingness to embrace the difficult. -The life of faith is not a comfortable journey, but a transformative adventure. -The promise of "God with us" is the greatest strength in times of uncertainty. Press play and be challenged to trust God's plan, even when it's "Hard to Follow."

Key Points:Many Missed the Greatest Gift – Jesus, the true light, came into the world but was not recognized or received by many.Knowing vs. Receiving Jesus – It's not enough to know facts about Jesus; we must personally receive Him into our lives.Some Received the Gift by Grace – Those who believe in Jesus are spiritually reborn and become children of God by grace, not by works or heritage.Believers Are Called to Reveal the Gift – Like John the Baptist, we are sent to bear witness and share Christ's light with others.Live Wisely and Shine Where You Are – Life is short, and we are called to intentionally reflect Jesus in our daily actions, especially during Christmas.Chapter Timecodes & Links:Many Missed the Greatest Gift – 0:00–3:03Knowing vs. Receiving Jesus – 7:14–8:11Some Received the Gift by Grace – 9:27–11:17Believers Are Called to Reveal the Gift – 13:17–15:36Live Wisely and Shine Where You Are – 20:23–23:26Key Scripture:John 1:6–8 – John the Baptist as a witness to the lightJohn 1:9–11 – Jesus, the true light, rejected by manyJohn 1:12–13 – Becoming children of God by faithIsaiah 53 – The unexpected MessiahEphesians 2:8–9 – Salvation by grace through faithJohn 20:31 – Purpose of John's GospelMatthew 5:14–16 – Believers as the light of the worldPsalm 90:12 – Numbering our days to gain wisdom ------------------------------------------We're so glad you're here! Visit us online at www.orrville.church Or connect with us on:• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/orrvillechristian.church/ • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orrvillechristian/• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@orrvillechristianchurch5959 If you'd like to partner with us in giving, you can give online here: https://www.occgive.com/ As our guest, please feel no pressure to give—this is for those who call OCC home. Let us know you're listening! Fill out a Connection Card: https://www.orrville.church/connect We'd love to meet you in person! Join us any Sunday at 8:30, 9:45, or 11:00 AM

In a world saturated with voices claiming to define what is true, good, and beautiful, who should we trust to reveal ultimate reality?In Part 2 of the Wonder Christmas series, Pastor Jacob Ley unpacks Hebrews 1:5–14 as it encourages us to behold the greatness of Jesus as the Son of God. By comparing Jesus with angels, the author of Hebrews shows us that Christ is greater because of His sonship, His status as King, and His sovereigntyThis message invites us to recover a sense of wonder at who Jesus truly is and how He is greater than every other mediator or guide!

Voices in My Head Podcast – Episode 605: Christmas Cards - A Christmas Sermon by Rick Lee James Voices in My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast) Episode 605: The God Who Lets Us Carry Him   In this special Advent/Christmas episode, chaplain, songwriter, and host Rick Lee James shares a chapel message from Springfield Regional Medical Center titled “The God Who Lets Us Carry Him.”   Drawing from Jeremiah 10:5 and Matthew 2:13–18, Rick explores the tension between:   Idols that must be carried because they are lifeless And Jesus, God in the flesh, who chooses to be carried as a vulnerable baby     Rather than the soft, sentimental scenes we see on many Christmas cards, Rick invites us into the real world Jesus was born into—a world of:   A small, ordinary village (Bethlehem) Roman occupation and political fear Herod's brutality and the Massacre of the Innocents Refugee families fleeing in the night Grieving mothers and real human sorrow     From there, he proclaims the hope of Christmas: that God does not wait for a perfect world to show up, but enters the world as it actually is—vulnerable, dependent, “carry-able” in human arms. This is a God who walks at three miles an hour, slowing down to move at human speed, to stop, to touch, to weep, to heal, and even to entrust Himself to us.   Along the way, Rick reflects on:   Jeremiah's image of idols as “scarecrows in a cucumber field” How idols only gain “power” when we give them our imagination Historical background on Herod the Great and Bethlehem's likely size The courage and defiant hope of a God who lets Himself be carried by Mary and Joseph The contrast between Hallmark-style Christmas and the raw honesty of the Gospel     The episode concludes with Rick's original song “Christmas Cards,” a musical meditation on the parts of the story we don't usually see on our mantels—the fear, the flight, the soldiers in the streets—and the deeper hope that God is greater than the version of Christmas our cards describe.     Scriptures referenced in this episode:   Jeremiah 10:5 – “Their idols are like scarecrows in a cucumber field; they cannot speak; they have to be carried because they cannot walk. Do not be afraid of them, for they cannot do evil, neither is it in them to do good.” Matthew 2:13–18 – The flight into Egypt and the Massacre of the Innocents       Highlights:   Why a God who chooses to be carried is the opposite of a powerless idol How the first Christmas speaks hope into fear, grief, and injustice “A God small enough to be carried is a God big enough to save the world.” Closing performance of Rick's original song “Christmas Cards”       Connect with Rick Lee James:   Website: RickLeeJames.com Music & merch: search “Rick Lee James” on your favorite music platform Subscribe, rate, and review Voices in My Head wherever you listen to podcasts.     Hosted by: Rick Lee James — Voices in My Head Podcast                 Get the Audiobook, Out of the Depths: A Songwriter's Journey Through the Psalms by your host, Rick Lee James, on Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/B0F45G6KWH?qid=1744142727&sr=1-1&ref_pageloadid=not_applicable&pf_rd_p=83218cca-c308-412f-bfcf-90198b687a2f&pf_rd_r=KEDVV78ASDMS52WQFD7W&plink=3YmaWg4y0HJ0Cjfc&pageLoadId=IaamycyuJR519uYD&creativeId=0d6f6720-f41c-457e-a42b-8c8dceb62f2c&ref=a_search_c3_lProduct_1_1%20 ----more---- Don't forget about our music sale on Bandcamp. Use the code “10off” on RickLeeJames.Bandcamp.com to get 10% off your purchase. Blessings, Rick Lee James Email: Rick@RickLeeJames.com Don't forget about our music sale on Bandcamp. Use the code “10off” on RickLeeJames.Bandcamp.com to get 10% off your purchase. Blessings, Rick Lee James Email: Rick@RickLeeJames.com Blessings, Rick Lee James Get the new song - Whatever You Do VINYL SALE THUNDER by Rick Lee James ONLY $9.99. (Plus you get a free digital download of the album) VINYL SALE - “KEEP WATCH, DEAR LORD” BY RICK LEE JAMES

In this stirring and deeply encouraging Advent message, Pastor Karl continues the series The King Has Come with a raw and life-giving exploration of the second great gift Jesus brings: peace.Turning to the familiar yet profound scene in Luke 2:8–20, Pastor Karl invites us into the midnight terror of ordinary shepherds—suddenly confronted by the blinding glory of God—and shows how the very first words from heaven that night were not “Merry Christmas,” but “Fear not.” That first Christmas did not begin with sentimental calm; it began with paralyzing, mega-fear. And right there, in the middle of stacked-on-stacked fear, the angel announced good news of great joy: a Savior has been born who is Christ the Lord, the Prince of Peace.With pastoral tenderness and unflinching honesty, Pastor Karl unmasks fear as the mortal enemy of peace—how it magnifies threats, shrinks our view of God, and paints our future in colors darker than God ever intended. Yet the gospel is stronger: peace is not the absence of trouble but the presence of a Person. Peace is not something Jesus gives; peace is who Jesus is—and He gives Himself.Through the shepherds' journey from terror to testimony, we're given clear, scriptural paths out of fear and into the unshakable peace of Christ: speaking God's truth over fear's lies, refusing to agree with the spirit of fear, drawing near to Jesus through spiritual disciplines, and taking bold steps of obedience that move us against comfort and toward surrender.This is a word for everyone whose heart has been ruled by anxiety, worst-case scenarios, or the quiet fears that steal joy—especially in this season. A tender yet urgent call to stop trusting the unknown future to our own control and start trusting it to the known God who entered our fear as a baby in a manger.Because the King has come, fear does not get the final word. Peace does. And when the Prince of Peace takes over a life, what spills out is no longer fear—but praise, testimony, and unshakable confidence in the goodness of God.Essential listening for anyone who longs to trade fear for the peace that passes all understanding this Christmas.Watch all our sermons on our youtube channel "Flipside Christian Church"Join us in person 9:00am & 10:30am every Sunday morning.37193 Ave 12 #3h, Madera, CA 93636For more visit us at flipside.churchFor more podcasts visit flipsidepodcasts.transistor.fm

The Mighty God | The Child is Born What does it mean that Jesus is called “Mighty God” in Isaiah 9:6? This sermon explores the depth of that title and how it applies to your life right now. Discover the strength that only Christ can offer as Creator, Redeemer, and the one who conquered death itself. Key Insights: • Jesus is not only Savior—He is the Creator of all things, including you. • The title “Mighty God” isn't poetic—it means Jesus has real power over death, sin, and the enemy. • God's might doesn't decrease when He helps you. He gives without losing anything. • Jesus fulfilled ancient prophecies in detail, proving He is the promised Messiah. • The story of Christmas is about power wrapped in humility—a King who rules and saves. Key Scripture: Isaiah 9 (https://www.bible.com/bible/59/ISA.9.ESV) Speaker: Matt Petty Series: The Child is Born Location: Burnt Hickory Baptist Church (https://maps.app.goo.gl/hazkR3omjk9xvxZc7) Connect with us: ° Watch this sermon on YouTube (https://youtu.be/F7jashvpdgQ) ° Follow us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/bhbchome) ° Follow us on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/burnthickorybaptist/) ° Visit our website (https://www.burnthickory.com/)

In this episode, we read C.S. Lewis' "A Christmas Sermon for Pagans." Why does the post-Christian person need to become pagan again to be prepared to hear the gospel? How has a mechanistic view of nature led us to kill each other? Why do we reject the good news that Jesus ended the need for guilt-offerings, sin-sacrifices, and fear about the afterlife? What happened as a consequence of moderns pushing heavenly truth out of the material world? What is the message of Christmas that offers a cure for all that ails us? SHOW NOTES:  A Christmas Sermon for Pagans https://ia601205.us.archive.org/24/items/c.-s.-lewis-a-christmas-sermon-for-pagans-1946/C.%20S.%20Lewis%20-%20A%20Christmas%20Sermon%20for%20Pagans%201946_text.pdf    More from 1517: Support 1517 Podcast Network: https://www.1517.org/donate-podcasts 1517 Podcasts: http://www.1517.org/podcasts 1517 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@1517org 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/channel/1517-podcast-network/id6442751370 1517 Events Schedule: https://www.1517.org/events 1517 Academy - Free Theological Education: https://academy.1517.org/   What's New from 1517: Coming Home for Christmas: 1517 Advent Devotional https://shop.1517.org/products/9781964419916-coming-home-for-christmas  Face to Face: A Novel of the Reformation by Amy Mantravadi https://shop.1517.org/products/9781964419312-face-to-face  Untamed Prayers: 365 Daily Devotions on Christ in the Book of Psalms by Chad Bird https://www.amazon.com/Untamed-Prayers-Devotions-Christ-Psalms/dp/1964419263  Remembering Your Baptism: A 40-Day Devotional by Kathryn Morales https://shop.1517.org/collections/new-releases/products/9781964419039-remembering-your-baptism  Sinner Saint by Luke Kjolhaug https://shop.1517.org/products/9781964419152-sinner-saint    More from the hosts: Donovan Riley https://www.1517.org/contributors/donavon-riley  Christopher Gillespie https://www.1517.org/contributors/christopher-gillespie   CONTACT and FOLLOW: Email mailto:BannedBooks@1517.org  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BannedBooksPod/  Twitter https://twitter.com/bannedbooks1517   SUBSCRIBE: YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@BannedBooks Rumble https://rumble.com/c/c-1223313  Odysee https://odysee.com/@bannedbooks:5 Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/banned-books/id1370993639  Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/2ahA20sZMpBxg9vgiRVQba  Overcast https://overcast.fm/itunes1370993639/banned-books    MORE LINKS: Tin Foil Haloes https://t.me/bannedpastors Warrior Priest Gym & Podcast https://thewarriorpriestpodcast.wordpress.com   St John's Lutheran Church (Webster, MN) - FB Live Bible Study Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/356667039608511  Gillespie's Sermons and Catechesis http://youtube.com/stjohnrandomlake  Donavon's Substack https://donavonlriley.substack.com Gillespie's Nostr https://primal.net/p/nprofile1qqszfrg80ctjdr0wy5arrseu6h9g36kqx8fanr6a6zee0n8txa7xytc627hlq   Gillespie Coffee https://gillespie.coffee   Gillespie Media https://gillespie.media  

Christmas isn't about the gifts that we give and receive. Rather ,Christmas is a reminder of the Gift that God gave us over 2000 years ago. John 3:16 "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life." During these holidays I want to encourage you to stay close to Christ & point others to Christ because Jesus is the reason for the season.Merry CHRISTmas my Friend!Support the show

In this powerful message, Ricky tackles one of the most universal struggles we face today—feeling insignificant in a world that constantly tells us we're not enough.

In this stirring and deeply encouraging Advent message, Pastor Karl launches the new series The King Has Come with a powerful exploration of the first great gift Jesus brings: hope.Turning to Luke 2 and the quiet, largely forgotten figures of Simeon and Anna, Pastor Karl paints a vivid picture of two elderly saints who spent decades waiting in faithful obscurity—praying unanswered prayers, worshiping through silence, and serving without recognition. Yet the moment a 40-day-old baby was carried into the temple, their Spirit-illuminated eyes saw what the crowds missed: the long-promised Messiah, the Consolation of Israel, the Redemption of Jerusalem.Through their story, Pastor Karl reveals that biblical hope is not wishful thinking; it is the confident, unshakable expectation of future good rooted in the unchanging character and faithfulness of God. Hope grows in the hidden soil of daily faithfulness, thrives when God chooses to work in silence, and celebrates the tiny seed because it already trusts the coming harvest. Simeon and Anna never saw Jesus preach, heal, or rise from the dead—yet they held the infant King and departed in peace, because they knew who He was long before they saw what He would do.A tender yet convicting word for everyone who has waited a long time and is still waiting, prayed a long time and is still praying, and hoped a long time and is still hoping. In a season that can feel rushed and noisy, this message calls us to slow down, stay faithful, and train our eyes to recognize the presence of the King—even when He shows up wrapped in the ordinary, the small, and the seemingly insignificant.Because the King has come, hope is not dead. It is alive, resilient, and bubbling up in every heart that keeps showing up and keeps looking for Jesus. Essential listening for anyone who needs fresh hope this Christmas.Watch all our sermons on our youtube channel "Flipside Christian Church"Join us in person 9:00am & 10:30am every Sunday morning.37193 Ave 12 #3h, Madera, CA 93636For more visit us at flipside.churchFor more podcasts visit flipsidepodcasts.transistor.fm

Matthew 1:18–25 | Adam Smith

Matthew 1:18–25 | Adam Smith

Synopsis: The presentation of Jesus at the temple demonstrates the piety of Mary and Joseph while fulfilling the hopes of two faithful old prophets. Their response to and messages about Jesus offer the gospel in clear terms; Jesus is the consolation of Israel that reveals every human heart. Sermon Text: Luke 2:22-40

As the year draws to a close, life can feel like a whirlwind of unfinished tasks, unmet goals, and overwhelming expectations. In this week's episode of the OneChurch Podcast, Pastor Ken Senchal dives deep into the question: Are you just surviving, or are you thriving? Through powerful biblical insights and practical advice, Pastor Ken helps us understand what it truly means to prioritize our lives in a way that honors God and brings peace and fulfillment.  Drawing from key Scriptures like Matthew 6:33 and Mark 8:36, he unpacks: ✨ How to seek God first in all areas of life ✨ Practical steps to reorder relationships, work, and hobbies ✨ The importance of intentionality in daily decisions ✨ How to avoid being overwhelmed by life's demands Discover how to start each day with purpose, maintain a godly perspective, and build habits that lead to spiritual growth, stronger relationships, and a balanced life. Whether you're setting New Year's resolutions or seeking clarity in your faith journey, this episode is packed with wisdom to help you realign and thrive.

Today, we're diving into Pastor Ken Senchal's powerful Christmas Eve message: "What Jesus Brings to Christmas." This sermon will remind you of the incredible hope, light, and joy that Jesus brings into our lives. Feeling stuck in the darkness? Jesus is the Light. Battling despair? Jesus fills your heart with Joy. Feeling bound? Jesus brings Freedom. Longing for hope? Heaven is closer than you think through the Holy Spirit. Tune in now for an uplifting word that will inspire you to embrace the true meaning of Christmas.

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Welcome to the 1st Day of the 12 Days of Restless. In this episode we discuss one of the worst ideas for a Christmas church sermon we have ever seen.  May God bless you as you celebrate Christmas in liberty you have in Christ.  The 12 Days of Restless is brought to you by the high quality products of spindleandscarlet.com Use code "RESTLESS" to get 10% off at https://spindlesandscarlet.com/ You can follow this podcast all over the internet. twitter,   instagram.    or facebook Or email us at restlesspodcasting@gmail.com

Good Gossip (Luke 2:8-18) - Christmas Sermon

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The Christmas season often brings messages of Jesus’ birth, but are they connecting with an increasingly skeptical culture? Why should people trust the account of Bethlehem, angels, and shepherds if they’ve been told Genesis is merely a myth? The true foundation of Christmas isn’t in Luke 2 but in Genesis, where humanity’s need for a Saviour began with Adam’s sin and its consequence: death. Bodie Hodge challenges Christians to address these foundational issues, showing how Genesis explains the bad news—sin and death—so people can grasp the good news of Christ’s birth, life, and ultimate sacrifice.

Preacher: Aaron MenikoffTitle: The Christmas SermonSeries: Christmas SermonsPassage: Luke 1:26–38

Through the lens of Charles Wesley's beloved hymn Hark! The Herald Angels Sing, we journey through scripture, history, and the transformative power of God's love. Discover the deeper meaning of the angelic announcement in Luke 2:10-11, the contrast between earthly kings and the true King, and the cosmic significance of Christ's arrival as heaven and earth are reconciled.Whether you're singing along with the hymns or reflecting on the shepherds' response to the good news, this message invites you to embrace the joy of the gospel, live under the reign of God's peace, and share the hope of salvation with others.

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Welcome Back to Living Hope Church! As we step into Christmas week, this sermon invites us to reflect on the state of our hearts during this meaningful yet often overwhelming season. Pastor Jessica Francavilla shares a message of hope, focusing on how God prepares our hearts for His love, healing, and restoration. From Scripture's insights about the heart to Mary's prophetic journey and the peace offered through Jesus, this message reminds us to guard our hearts, realign our desires with God's will, and embrace the ultimate gift of Christ. Join us in this powerful reflection as we prepare our hearts to fully encounter the true joy of Christmas.Welcome to Living Hope Church! These podcasts are our weekly Sunday sermons. We hope you enjoy them.

Synopsis: Zechariah's prophecy has shaped the worship of Christians, East and West, for centuries. But the last we saw Zechariah, he was made mute for his unbelief. How did this disobedient priest come to write the words sung by millions of Christians over the last two millennia? Luke 1:57-66 describes how an old barren woman gives birth to the joy of the whole community. But the baby challenges the traditions of his people, and then repentant John is given both his voice and a divine voice of thanksgiving, shaping the worship of the Church of Jesus Christ. Sermon Text: Luke 1:57-80

A Christmas Sermon, by Simon Manchester of Hope 103.2's Christian Growth podcast and pastor at All Saints in Woollahra, Sydney. Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au. And send the team a message via Hope 103.2’s app, Facebook or Instagram.Support the show, a product of Hope Media: https://hope1032.com.au/donate/2211A-pod/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we explore C.S. Lewis' essay, "A Christmas Sermon for Pagans." For more resources, visit emetministry.orgShop:⁠https://emetministry.myshopify.com/collections/all⁠Follow us on Instagram⁠https://www.instagram.com/emetministries/⁠Listen on Spotify:⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/3xqsSY1AJZQe0IeYdibocD?si=auEwbDziTcmib5Qzy3lTDA⁠Listen on Apple Podcast:⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-four-fold-disciple/id1505547928⁠Follow my reading list:⁠https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/74696644-christian-barrett⁠

Discover the Hidden Joy Beyond Life's Sorrows.Life often overwhelms us with challenges, leaving us struggling to see the joy that might be just around the corner. In this third message of The Joy of Christmas series, we explore the story of Joseph and the first Christmas through the lens of faith, resilience, and hope.Through the ancient tradition of “The Seven Sorrows and Joys of St. Joseph,” we uncover how Joseph's journey—marked by heartbreak, poverty, fear, and starting over—mirrors the struggles we all face. Yet, at every turn, God brings joy out of sorrow, hope out of despair, and light into the darkest moments of life. Join us as we reflect on the true meaning of Christmas and discover how faith and hope can lead us through life's challenges into joy and redemption.

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Mary believes the Angel's message and so seeks out Elizabeth. Those who receive God's favor seek fellowship with one another. Elizabeth and her baby greet Mary and her baby with overflowing with warmth, admiration and gratitude, inspiring Mary to respond with a song praising God's covenantal loving kindness. Sermon Text: Luke 1:39-56

Sermon One (in Walshe, Complete Mystical Works) has become known as capturing the essence of Meister Eckhart's thought. “Here, in time, we are celebrating the eternal birth which God the Father bore and bears unceasingly in eternity, because this same birth is now born in time, in human nature.” And why does this lofty thought matter? “What does it avail me that this birth is happening, if it does not happen in me? That it should happen in me is what matters.”Eckhart, therefore, offers a corrective to the way Christianity and indeed Christmas is usually articulated today. Where does this birth take place? Not in Bethlehem, not in a stable, not around 4BC, not even from Mary, but primarily “in the very purest, loftiest, subtlest part that the soul is capable of”.Only, is this itself not only too rarefied a form of Christianity, but one inadequate to our times, in denial of moral imperatives or simply a gospel of spiritual bypassing?In fact, precisely the opposite is the case. Without that birth of the Word in the soul, Christianity's moral meaning is lost, its injunctions become pathways to demoralisation, with the happiness promised transitory or elusive.Eckhart, therefore, has crucial things to say to a church dedicated to filling people up with experiences and demands, as well as a time keen on practices that miss the stillness and silence he argues is fundamental.Rather, alongside the author of The Cloud of Unknowing and Mother Julian, Eckhart preaches the direct and easy path, that depends not on our efforts but on a capacity to not know and stay before the ground from which the Word is born.Unity with God is the purpose and promise of life - the secret that I feel is regularly absent in presentations of Christianity, though so much sought and needed.

Discover the profound significance of two names given to the Messiah: Jesus and Emmanuel. In this Christmas episode, Rob Rienow unpacks the biblical meanings behind these names, revealing how they define Christ's mission to save us from our sins and the promise of “God with us.” Explore how these truths shape our lives, offer eternal hope, and call us to live in light of eternity. Featured Resources: Visionary Family Community: Join a global network of families committed to following Christ at https://VisionaryFam.com/community/ Visionary Family Camp (Summer 2025): An unforgettable family retreat at Cedar Bay, Michigan. Learn more at https://VisionaryFam.com/Camp

Discover the surprising message of hope and joy found in the Christmas story—a message that uplifts the humble and challenges the powerful. In this sermon, we explore the contrast between King Herod's prideful reign and Mary's humble surrender to God's call. Learn how God consistently chooses the lowly to fulfill His purposes, and how true joy comes from humility, justice, and aligning our lives with God's will.Through Mary's story, we uncover the deeper meaning of being "blessed," a promise of God's presence and peace in all circumstances. Her song, the Magnificat, reminds us of divine justice: lifting the humble and holding the mighty accountable.If you're searching for joy this Christmas, this message will inspire you to live humbly, love generously, and serve faithfully. Watch now and rediscover the joy of Christmas!

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The Angel Gabriel's next stop is an obscure town in Northern Judea to announce the birth of the messiah to a young Jewish Virgin. This scene has shaped the imagination and liturgy of the Church in profoundly positive and harmful ways. Mary, the God-bearer, is a picture of Mother Church and the true Christian; favored of God, thoughtful, obedient, believing, worshipful and a faithful follower of God's word. Sermon Text: Luke 1:26-38

In this episode, Pastor Scott Wade interviews Rev. Rod Walley who is Lead Pastor from Charleston Calvary Church of the Nazarene in Goose Creek.  Rod is the first to be interviewed in our Christmas “Sermon in a Sack” series and shares with Scott what his all-time favorite Christmas gift is and how God will sometimes stretch us to reach our full potential in Him.  Join us as we jump full swing into this Advent Season! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/momentum-ministries6/support

On this special Christmas episode of Family Vision, Rob Rienow explores the significance of the word "behold" in the Christmas story and throughout Scripture. From the angel Gabriel's message to Mary to the prophecies of Isaiah, this simple word carries a profound message: to stop, look, and reflect on the incredible work of God. Discover how "beholding" Christ transforms our understanding of Christmas and deepens our faith in God's promises. Featured Resources: Visionary Family Community: Join a global network of families committed to following Christ and passing faith through the generations. Visit https://visionaryfam.com/community Visionary Family Ministries Events: Learn about live family worship night on Dec. 8 in Chicagoland and more at https://visionaryfam.com/events.

Pastor Andy preaches on how to receive the true Christmas. Give to Grace: gracelutheran1.org/givePodcast (audio version of sermons): Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3tz9zel Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3L68G2T