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Today in History: The day the Apostle Shimon Kefa (Peter) bar Yonah was killed (according to Jewish tradition in Megillat Ta'anit, Orach Chaim 580). Christian traditions agree that Shimon was crucified in Rome during the time of Emperor Nero in 64 CE (3825). Yeshua had told him, “When you grow old, you will stretch out your hands and someone else will put your belt on you, and bring you where you do not want to go.' Now He said this, indicating by what kind of death he would glorify God” (John 21:18–19). Also the traditional day when Ezra the Scribe died.This week's portion is called VaYechi (He lived)TORAH PORTION: Genesis 48:10–16GOSPEL PORTION: Matthew 26:26–46What verse spoke to you most today and why?Did you learn something you need to do in your life?Daily Bread for Kids is a daily Bible reading podcast where we read through the Torah and the Gospels in one year! Helping young Bible-readers to study God's Word, while also discovering its Jewish context!THE KIDS' JOURNAL is available from ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://arielmedia.shop⁠⁠⁠⁠BUSY MOMS who want to follow the Daily Bread readings on podcast for adults, can go to ⁠⁠https://dailybreadmoms.com⁠⁠The Bible translation we are reading from is the Tree of Life Version (TLV) available from the Tree of Life Bible Society.INSTAGRAM: @dailybreadkids @arielmediabooks @dailybreadmomsTags: #DailyBreadMoms #DailyBreadJournal #BibleJournaling #Messianic #BiblePodcast #BiblicalFeasts #Journal #biblereadingplan #Messiah #JewishRoots #Yeshua #GodIsInControl #OneYearBible #MomLife #MotherCulture #FaithFilledMama #BiblicalWomanhood #Proverbs31woman

Did you ever wonder what happened to all the gold, frankincense, and myrrh the wisemen gave to baby Jesus? I'm looking at some unusual things about the Christmas story you may never have thought of before. We don't know how many wisemen followed the star to Jesus or how long it took them, but we know they somehow heard about it, for they asked, “Where is he who has been born king of the Jews? For we saw his star when it rose and have come to worship him.” I'm wondering how they knew a baby was to be born king of the Jews, when it seems the Jewish people themselves had no idea their Messiah was born that night in Bethlehem. And furthermore, they came this long distance from a foreign land to worship him. It took weeks, probably months, to get there. What about those gifts? No doubt they were worth more money than Joseph or Mary had ever seen at one time in their life. What did they do with those riches? Well, we know soon after the wise men left, Herod determined to kill all the baby boys two years and under in Bethlehem because he wanted no rival king in his kingdom. That's when an angel told Joseph to take Mary and the baby and get out of Bethlehem. Go to Egypt to save Jesus from being killed. For an extended time, they lived in Egypt, a foreign land, with no relatives and no job. What did they live on? Gold, frankincense, and myrrh, don't you think? God no doubt sent those wise men with those expensive gifts to find Jesus and provide for the support of this young family while they were in exile. The story of the wise men is fascinating in many respects. They were not Jewish, yet they came to worship a Jewish king. They recognized him as the king of the Jews, yet John 1 tells us Jesus came unto his own and his own received him not. Thankfully, it doesn't stop there, for then John says, Yet to all who did receive him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God (John 1:12). That would include the wisemen, right? And it includes you and me as well—those who have received the one born to die for us and rise again to conquer death. When you personally know Jesus as your Savior by grace through faith, then every day is a celebration—right? Christmas 2025 gives us many reasons to be joyful and celebrate.

The Portage church of Christ is a group of pre-denominational Christians that are striving to serve the Lord together. Our goal is to please God, and we believe that the best way to do that is to follow the pattern that was established by the churches in the first century and revealed in the New Testament. We have no creed or doctrine except the Bible and we follow the Bible only. We strive for unity in the teaching of New Testament doctrine. Our congregation is not part of, or subject to, any larger man-made religious organization. We are a completely autonomous congregation. We are locally governed, just as the church in the first century was. How does one becomes a member of this church congregation? The exact same way as seen in the Biblical accounts. On the day of Pentecost following Jesus' resurrection, people who repented and were baptized were saved (Acts 2:38) and the saved were added to the church (Acts 2:47). These saved people were members of the body, or church (Colossians 1:18). To become a Christian, the Bible teaches: Hear the gospel (Rom. 10:17) Believe that Jesus Christ is the son of God (John 8:24, 58, Heb. 11:6) Repent of past sins (Luke 13:3, 5) Confess Jesus as Lord (Matt. 10:32-33, Rom. 10:9-10) Be baptized for the remission of sins (Acts 2:38, Mark 16:16) Remain Faithful to Christ (Rev. 2:10, 2 Tim 4:7-8)

This week we move past the introductory material and into the story itself with John 1:19-34. It begins with John – John the Baptist, that is, who is indeed out there baptizing people, but he himself could hardly be more clear that what he's doing is really not the point. What we should attune to is this lamb of God who is apparently right here among us. What does it mean to call Jesus the Lamb of God – what is that language drawing upon? What does it mean to say he takes away the sin of the world – takes away, in the present tense, even before his crucifixion? And why does he say the SIN of the world, and not the sins? We're pretty sure there is more than one. 

Ruth reads from Luke 2:8-20 and John Baker closes the 'And He Will Be Our Peace' Advent series, speaking on the peace of God at Pembury Baptist Church on 21st December 2025.

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Part of the Advent Christmas series. Sermon by Pastor Nathan Alley The post Relational God // John 14:16 first appeared on Applewood Community Church.

John Wells - December 21st, 2025 -The Wonder and Meaning of Christmas The Wonder and Meaning of Christmas Behold the virgin shall conceive and bear a son and shall call his name Immanuel Isaiah 7:14 The Wonder of Christ's coming Luke 2:8 And they that heard it wondered at those things which were told them by the shepherds. But Mary kept all these things and pondered them in her heart Luke 2:33 Joseph and his mother marveled at those things which were of him. Matt 1: 19 Joseph resolved to divorce he quietly, but while he considered these things an angel of the Lord appeared to him The Wonder of Incarnation • The Impossible • “ how can this be ? ” Luke 1:34 • “ with God nothing shall be impossible “ Luke 1:37 • The Unimaginable • Joseph's world is shattered • “ Joseph resolved to divorce her quietly " • The Indescribable Christ's coming into the world • Defies science • Defines the ages Isaiah 7:14 – 9: 6 – The Lord's sign • Isaiah 7: 14 “ Behold the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel ” • Isaiah 9: 2 “ the people who walk in darkness have seen a great light " • Isaiah 9:6 “ Unto to us a child is born, a son is given and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called wonderful counselor, the mighty God the everlasting father, prince of peace ” The Mystery of Manifestation • The Revelation of God's Plan • I Tim 3:16 “ Great is the mystery of godliness, God was manifest in the flesh … • John 13:3 “ Jesus knowing that he was come from God and went to God …laid aside his outer garments…. • John 16:28 “ I came forth from the Father and came into the world … I leave the world and go to the Father • The Revelation of God's Character • John 17: 6 “ I have manifested your name • I John 1:2 “ This life was manifested and we have seen it • The Revelation of God's love • I John 4: 7-10 “ In this was manifested the love of God • John 3:16 “ God so loved the world …” The Glory of His Exaltation • His Accession • Luke 24: 49 “ He led them out to Bethany and lifted up his hands and blessed them and was parted from them • Acts 1: 10 “ while they beheld himhe was taken up • His Position • Hebrews 1: 3-4 He sat down on the right hand of the Majesty on high • Ephesians 1:19 “ He is far above all principality and power and might and dominion • Philippians 2: 9-10 “ God has highly exalted him • His Authority • Matt 28: 18 “ All authority is given unto me “ • Philippians 2:10 “ every knee shall bow, every tongue confess that he is LORD “ What's my Appropriate Response • Wonder and Marvel • Worship and Believe • Bow and Acknowledge - He is Lord ! Let's sing ….HYMN OF THE AGES

Morning Sermon from 21 December

A lot of people are comfortable saying Jesus was wise, loving, and influential. Some even say he was one of the greatest teachers who ever lived. But there's one question most of us avoid because of how uncomfortable it is: Did Jesus actually claim to be God?In this episode, Josiah walks through what Jesus really said about himself, why so many people misunderstand it, and why the answer matters even if you don't consider yourself religious. It's an honest look at history, Jesus' own words, and the difference between admiring Jesus and actually taking him seriously.

Erin Pacheco, Director of Worship

Gregg DeMey, Lead Pastor

Jason Turner, Director of Congregational Engagement

Todaywe're continuing our study of Ephesians 4:17–19. In these verses, the ApostlePaul shows us the difference between a saved person and a lost person—betweensomeone who is on their way to heaven and someone who is still on the path tocondemnation and an eternity without Jesus Christ, a terrible place calledhell. There is a difference, and that difference should be evident in ourlives. Thatis why Paul, after describing the wonderful blessings we have as believers inChrist in chapters 1 through 3 and the first part of chapter 4, now says, “Thatye henceforth walk not as other Gentiles walk” (Ephesians 4:17). He issaying, “Don't live the way you used to live. Walk and live differently,because now you can think differently.” Remember in verses 17 through 19, Paulfocused on the mind. He explains that the lost person's “understanding [is]darkened” and that they are “alienated from the life of God” (Ephesians4:18). Asbelievers, we now think differently because we have been enlightened by thegospel of Jesus Christ. We have come to know the truth of who Jesus really is.We now see life from a completely different perspective, and our desire is nolonger to please self or Satan, but to please the Lord. Paul goes on to saythat the lost person walks “in the vanity of their mind” (Ephesians4:17). Their life is empty and without purpose. It is vain—lacking truemeaning. Theirunderstanding is darkened. Proverbs 4:19 says, “The way of the wicked is asdarkness: they know not at what they stumble.” What a tragedy that is—towalk through life in darkness, never realizing what you're stumbling over. Paulexplains that this condition exists “because of the ignorance that is inthem” (Ephesians 4:18). The lost person cannot see the truth. They areblind to the Word of God because they are still living in spiritual darkness. Jesusaddressed this clearly in John 3. He said, “Except a man be born again, hecannot see the kingdom of God” (John 3:3). Then He went on to say: “Andthis is the condemnation, that light is come into the world, and men loveddarkness rather than light, because their deeds were evil. For every one thatdoeth evil hateth the light, neither cometh to the light, lest his deeds shouldbe reproved. But he that doeth truth cometh to the light, that his deeds may bemade manifest, that they are wrought in God” (John 3:19–21). Inother words, the lost person lives in darkness. He is spiritually blind. 2Corinthians 4:4 tells us, “In whom the god of this world hath blinded theminds of them which believe not.” It is not that they cannot believe—it isthat they choose not to believe. They choose self, the world, the flesh, andsin over what God desires for them. Their hearts do not desire to do whatpleases God. So we see the terrible condition of a lost person. Theirunderstanding is darkened. They are alienated from the life of God. Because ofthe ignorance that is in them, they have no true knowledge of spiritualtruth—they cannot see it. Itis the hardness of the heart that keeps a person from opening their eyes to seewho God really is. Jesus said in Matthew 5:8, “Blessed are the pure inheart: for they shall see God.” When we live without God, our hearts areblinded by sin and by Satan. We walk in darkness, not realizing what we stumbleover. We begin to value what doesn't truly matter. We focus on things that aretemporal and passing away. We simply don't understand—until we are born againand our lives are changed. Jesussaid it plainly: those who are born again can now see the kingdom of God. TheBible opens up. Spiritual truth becomes clear. Everything is different. Myfriend, this is what God desires for you and for me. I trust that today youreyes have been opened to see who Jesus really is—and that you are no longerwalking as the Gentiles walk, no longer living as the lost live, but livingdifferently. Godbless!

Kelly Day, Director of Coffee Break Bible Study

Intervention: The Act of stepping into a situation to change its course, especially to prevent harm or improve an outcome.Galatians 4:4-7There are two important things when it comes to an intervention: Timing and PurposeGalatians 4:4-7 reminds us that's what Christmas is all about.1.    God Intervenes at the right time (v. 4) (Timing)“But when the set time had fully come, God sent His Son, born of a women, born under the law”The phrase “set time” used here is the Greek word Pleroma.  There is only one other place in the New Testament that the word “Pleroma” is used. Ephesians 1:10. Ephesians is referring to the second coming.   John 1:1 “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God”John 1:14 “The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us…” 2.    God Intervenes to Set Us Free (v. 5-7) (Purpose)“To redeem those under the law, that we might receive adoption to sonship.  Because you are his sons, God sent the Spirit of His Son into our hearts, the Spirit who calls out, ‘Abba, Father'.  So, you are no longer a slave, but God's child; and since you are his child, God has made you also an heir.”

Send us your feedback — we're listeningIsaiah 41:10 — Midnight Prayer for Healing from Christmas Anxiety, Emotional Overload, Fear and Seasonal Pressure.  From London to New York, from Sydney to Toronto, from Cape Town to Singapore — recorded live here in London, England — a global 12 A.M. prayer within the DailyPrayer.uk 24-Hour Devotional Cycle. Scripture (NIV) Isaiah 41:10 — “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God…” John 14:27 — “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you.” As midnight arrives, global searches rise for relief from Christmas anxiety, emotional overload and fear of the days ahead. Isaiah 41:10 remains one of the world's most accessed scriptures for strength, calm and assurance during December's rising pressures. Prayer  Father, tonight I bring every anxious thought and every overwhelming feeling into Your presence. Heal the pressure that December brings, the fear that unsettles my heart and the emotional load that feels too heavy. Calm my breathing, steady my mind and surround me with Your peace. Replace worry with trust, panic with rest and overthinking with clarity. Lift the burdens I carry and speak calm into every place where stress rises. Tonight, let Your presence settle over my home, my spirit and every part of this season. Heal my heart and strengthen me for tomorrow. Prayer Points prayer for peace, prayer for calm, prayer for strength, prayer for healing, prayer for clarity, prayer for courage, prayer for rest Life Application  Speak Isaiah 41:10 tonight, trusting God to lift anxiety, calm your mind and fill your heart with His peace through the Christmas season. Declaration I declare that God heals my anxiety and fills my heart with peace tonight.  Call to Action Share this prayer and visit DailyPrayer.uk for global devotional resources.24-Hour Arc ConnectorPrevious: A New V2 Cycle BeginsThis Episode: 12 A.M. — Healing from Christmas AnxietyNext: 3 A.M. — Healing from Loneliness & Emotional Emptinessisaiah 41:10 prayer, christmas anxiety prayer, healing prayer for fear, christian prayer for calm, reverend ben cooper, dailyprayer.uk, global prayer podcast, daily prayer podcastSupport the showFor more inspiring content, visit RBChristianRadio.net — your home for daily devotionals, global prayer, and biblical encouragement for every season of life. We invite you to connect with our dedicated prayer hub at DailyPrayer.uk — a place where believers from every nation unite in prayer around the clock. If you need prayer, or would like to leave a request, this is the place to come. Our mission is simple: to pray with you, to stand with you, and to keep the power of prayer at the centre of everyday life. Your support through DailyPrayer.uk helps us continue sharing the gospel and covering the nations in prayer. You can also discover our ministry services and life celebrations at LifeCelebrant.net — serving families with faith, dignity, and hope. If this devotional blesses you, please consider supporting our listener-funded mission by buying us a coffee through RBChristianRadio.net. Every prayer, every gift, and every share helps us keep broadcasting God's Word to the world.

David MacDonald - December 14th, 2025 - The Word Dwelt Among Us Uniqueness of Gospel of John Key word “believe” (98x) Intended audience is the entire world John focuses on who Jesus is – presents Jesus as the Son of God Matthew focused on what the Lord Jesus said Mark focused on what the Lord Jesus did Luke focused on how the Lord Jesus felt John focused on who the Lord Jesus was Jesus Christ is presented as God Himself in a human body John starts with the beginning (just as the scriptures do in Genesis 1:1) Matthew and Luke go to beginnings in genealogy – John back to very beginning – before time John 1:1-5 The Word – Jesus Christ is Eternal God (vs. 1,2) John 1:1-2 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. (2) He was in the beginning with God. Lord Jesus Christ – was the Word – existed before the beginning – already there The Word was with God – intimately face to face with the Father - Philippians 2:6 …who, though he was in the form of God, did not count equality with God a thing to be grasped, The Word was God - John 1:10-11 He was in the world, and the world was made through him, yet the world did not know him. (11) He came to his own, and his own people did not receive him. The Word – Jesus Christ is The Creator (vs. 3) John 1:3 All things were made through him, and without him was not any thing made that was made. Colossians 1:16-17 (16) For by him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities--all things were created through him and for him. (17) And he is before all things, and in him all things hold together. Colossians 1:14-15 (14) in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins. (15) He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation. Revelation 4:11 NLT "You are worthy, O Lord our God, to receive glory and honor and power. For you created everything, and it is for your pleasure that they exist and were created." The Word – is Life and Light for All Mankind (vs. 4-5) John 1:4-5 In him was life, and the life was the light of men. (5) The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it. NET – “In him was life, and the life was the light of mankind.” In Him was LIFE (zoe- spiritual life, eternal life, quality of life) 54x in Gospel The Word is the source of all life – zoe vs. bios This life is the LIGHT of men, -- spiritual light as well as natural light. Not the Word “contains” life and light; He is life and light. That life was light. It illuminates, shines. 21x light in John John 1:5 The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.: translated “did not comprehend it.” Comprehend: laying hold on something to make it one's own. Affects everyone (vs9) Every person has light that makes them responsible. Men love darkness rather than light. John 3:19 describes the state of our world and the heart of mankind. The Word – Became Flesh & Dwelt Among Us (vs. 3) John 1:14 And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth. One of the greatest miracles – God became flesh – born of a virgin Prophesied in the OT – Isaiah 9:6-7, Micah 5:2-4 He became flesh for YOU! Dwelt among us – Tabernacled John 1:11-12 He came to His own, and His own people did not receive Him. (12) But to all who did receive Him, who believed in His name, He gave the right to become children of God,

Paul Buckley - One with God - John 17v20-26 - December 14th, 2025 by King of Grace Church

The Portage church of Christ is a group of pre-denominational Christians that are striving to serve the Lord together. Our goal is to please God, and we believe that the best way to do that is to follow the pattern that was established by the churches in the first century and revealed in the New Testament. We have no creed or doctrine except the Bible and we follow the Bible only. We strive for unity in the teaching of New Testament doctrine. Our congregation is not part of, or subject to, any larger man-made religious organization. We are a completely autonomous congregation. We are locally governed, just as the church in the first century was. How does one becomes a member of this church congregation? The exact same way as seen in the Biblical accounts. On the day of Pentecost following Jesus' resurrection, people who repented and were baptized were saved (Acts 2:38) and the saved were added to the church (Acts 2:47). These saved people were members of the body, or church (Colossians 1:18). To become a Christian, the Bible teaches: Hear the gospel (Rom. 10:17) Believe that Jesus Christ is the son of God (John 8:24, 58, Heb. 11:6) Repent of past sins (Luke 13:3, 5) Confess Jesus as Lord (Matt. 10:32-33, Rom. 10:9-10) Be baptized for the remission of sins (Acts 2:38, Mark 16:16) Remain Faithful to Christ (Rev. 2:10, 2 Tim 4:7-8)

Justin Paul-Lawrence, Executive Director

Join Peter Hockley from the Oxford Bible Church as he explores the profound message of 'Heaven, Our True Home'. This sermon provides comfort and hope, emphasising the Christian belief in a glorified body and the ultimate union with the Lord. Perfect for those seeking deeper understanding of faith, salvation and our everlasting future. (1) HEAVEN: We will be there (Revelation 7:9-10, Philippians 1:23, 2Corinthians 5:8), for as children of God (John 1:12), we have eternal life (1John 5:12-13). Our citizenship is in Heaven, and God will give us new bodies, so we can live there forever (Philippians 3:20-21, 2Corinthians 5:1-5). (2) HEAVEN: We will be there with Jesus and the Father (John 14:1-3, 1Peter 1:8, Job 19:26-27, Revelation 22:3-4. 3) HEAVEN: We will be there together with all the saints (Matthew 8:11). 4) HEAVEN: We will be there forever in glory (1Corinthians 13:12, 1John 3:1-2).

Join Peter Hockley from the Oxford Bible Church as he explores the profound message of 'Heaven, Our True Home'. This sermon provides comfort and hope, emphasising the Christian belief in a glorified body and the ultimate union with the Lord. Perfect for those seeking deeper understanding of faith, salvation and our everlasting future. (1) HEAVEN: We will be there (Revelation 7:9-10, Philippians 1:23, 2Corinthians 5:8), for as children of God (John 1:12), we have eternal life (1John 5:12-13). Our citizenship is in Heaven, and God will give us new bodies, so we can live there forever (Philippians 3:20-21, 2Corinthians 5:1-5). (2) HEAVEN: We will be there with Jesus and the Father (John 14:1-3, 1Peter 1:8, Job 19:26-27, Revelation 22:3-4. 3) HEAVEN: We will be there together with all the saints (Matthew 8:11). 4) HEAVEN: We will be there forever in glory (1Corinthians 13:12, 1John 3:1-2).

Join Angel Santana as he invites you to choose peace today, reminding listeners that peace is a decision and a gift from God (John 14:27). Give your burdens to God and walk in the peace that He provides. Tune in Sunday, December 14 at 10 a.m. EST for a live sermon from the First Reformed Church. Plus, celebrate the season as Santa returns for the annual tradition on Christmas Eve and Christmas morning at 7 a.m., featuring the live telling of the candy cane story. Have faith — let it begin.

Erin Pacheco, Director of Worship

Becki, David, Donna, Joe, Leah, and John talk about this week's Bible passage in preparation for the upcoming Sunday message.

Scripture: John 1:1–3; John 1:14, 18 "Without exaggeration it can be said that every church and every Christian ought to know the Nicene Creed." – Kevin DeYoung, The Nicene Creed.   + Nicene Creed We believe in one God, the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth, and of all things visible and invisible.   And in one Lord Jesus Christ, the only begotten Son of God, begotten of the Father before all worlds; God of God, Light of Light, very God of very God; begotten, not made, being of one substance with the Father; by whom all things were made.   Who, for us and for our salvation came down from heaven, and was incarnate by the Holy Spirit of the virgin Mary, and was made man; and was crucified also for us under Pontius Pilate; he suffered and was buried; and the third day he rose again, according to the Scriptures; and ascended into heaven, and sits on the right hand of the Father; and He shall come again, with glory, to judge the living and the dead; whose kingdom shall have no end.   And we believe in the Holy Ghost, the Lord and Giver of Life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son; who with the Father and the Son together is worshipped and glorified; who spoke by the prophets.   And we believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church. We acknowledge one baptism for the remission of sins; and we look for the resurrection of the dead, and the life of the world to come. Amen. + Jude 3 + John 1:1-3 + John 1:14 + John 1:18 + Hebrews 1:1-3 "Though it is normal for humans to beget in time, due to the imperfection of their nature, God's offspring is eternal, because His nature is perfect." – Athanasius + Homoousia vs Homoiousia   "Jesus Christ is the Creator of the universe. Jesus Christ is the Alpha and Omega, the first and the last. Jesus Christ, the Person, never had a beginning. He is absolute Reality. He has the unparalleled honor and unique glory of being there first and always. He never came into being." – John Piper, Seeing and Savoring Jesus Christ. + It is necessary to believe to be saved. + 1 Corinthians 12:3 + John 17:5 + John 17:24–26 + It is how we grow to love Jesus + It is how we overcome temptation "On Christ's glory I would fix all my thoughts and desires, and the more I see of the glory of Christ, the more the painted beauties of this world will wither in my eyes, and I will be more and more crucified to this world. It will become to me like something dead and putrid, impossible for me to enjoy." – John Owen, The Glory of Christ 

To understand the true identity of the baby born in David's City on that Christmas Eve so long ago, we must look to the book in which God himself speaks to us about his Son. In the opening three verses of John's Gospel, we find an ocean of truth held in a thimble-sized passage. There we learn three massive truths about the second person of the Trinity.

In this sermon, Pastor Kevin begins our Advent sermon series by considering the divinity of Jesus. As the Nicene Creed declares, Jesus is "True God From True God." John opens his Gospel by revealing that Jesus, the Word, did not begin in Bethlehem but existed eternally with God and as God. He is the divine Creator through whom all things were made, the One whose authority and power stretch from before creation into our present world. And into our darkness this true Light has come—fully God, fully life-giving—shining with a glory that Advent invites us to behold and believe.

Justin Paul Lawrence, Executive Director

Pastor Geoff Bohleen

JESUS OUR REDEEMER IS... 1. The Eternal Son of God (John 17:5) 2. God Become Human (Philippians 2:6–7) 3. Our Perfect Sin-Bearer (1 Peter 2:24) New City Catechism QUESTION 20: Who is the Redeemer? ANSWER: The only Redeemer is the Lord Jesus Christ, the eternal Son of God, in whom God became man and bore the penalty for sin himself (WCF 8.1–5; WSC 21; WLC 36–40, 44).

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That they may know God - John 17_3 - Ps Gary Fitzgerald - 23rd Nov 2025 by The King's Way Christian Fellowship - Glen Waverley

Erin Pacheco, Director of Worship

Thank you for listening!

The Goodness of God - John McCall by Somerville St Church of Christ

Justin Paul Lawrence, Executive Director

Pastor Micah Klutinoty in John 20:19-31 shares that the risen Jesus offers true life to all who believe, bringing peace (with God, within, and toward the world), purpose as ambassadors of reconciliation, and a patient pursuit that meets us in our doubts. In Him we find everything we need—peace, mission, and mercy—so that others might be urged and welcomed to repentance and faith.

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Bible version: NRSVUE (New Revised Standard Version Updated) The common view is that God is three persons in one being or substance. Each of the persons is fully God, but the Father is not the Son, the Son is not the Spirit, and the Spirit is not the Father. Problem 1: Believing that God is three persons contradicts scriptures that speak of God as a singular individual—as a one, not a plurality (Deut. 4:35, 39; 6:4-9; Isa. 43:10-11; 44:6; 45:5-6; 1 Kgs. 8:60; Mal. 2:10; Mark 12:28-34; John 17:3; Rom 3:30; Eph 4:6; 1 Tim. 2:5; Jas. 2:19). Just imagine how well-known scriptures would change if God were three persons (John 3:16; Jer. 29:11). Problem 2: If God were three persons we find serious logical difficulties. Questions multiply. Why doesn't the Bible say God is three persons or explain the idea? Why wasn't it included in the preaching in the book of Acts? How is belief in three persons not tritheism? If the spirit is a person, what's his name? Why doesn't anyone pray to the spirit? Why doesn't the spirit receive worship or give greetings? Problem 3: The tri-personal idea slowly evolved over time. Tertullian first used the word trinitas, but didn't recognize the Father, Son, and Spirit as coequal. Origen of Alexandria developed the concept of eternal generation, but he too believed the Father was greater than the Son. It's not until Gregory of Nazianzus in the mid to late fourth century that we get a clear statement of God as three persons in one being (Fifth Theological Oration 31). Solution: The Bible teaches that the Father is the only true God (John 17:3), Jesus is his Son, the Messiah, and the spirit is their presence in the world.The post Who Told You That? God Is Three Persons first appeared on Living Hope.

Daylight Savings can leave us feeling drained and in a spiritual funk, but God’s light offers hope and renewal. 1 John 1:5 reminds us that God is light and that in Him there is no darkness at all. Just as seasonal darkness affects our mood, spiritual darkness can weigh on our hearts—but God’s light empowers us to shine, overcome, and point others to Christ even in the darkest seasons. Highlights Spiritual darkness is temporary; God’s light never fades (1 John 1:5, John 8:12). Darkness symbolizes evil, while light represents God’s presence and purity. Believers are called to live as children of the light, reflecting God in families, churches, and communities (Ephesians 5:8, 1 Thessalonians 5:5). Doing good deeds and shining for Christ helps others see God’s love (Matthew 5:16). Seasonal or spiritual darkness can impact mood, but God’s light brings hope and restoration. Walking in the light requires vigilance, prayer, and repentance to combat spiritual heaviness. Gratitude for God’s light encourages resilience through temporary dark seasons. Join the Conversation Are you experiencing a season of spiritual or emotional darkness? How do you intentionally shine God’s light in your daily life? Share your thoughts using #ChildrenOfTheLight #ShineForChrist #FaithOverDarkness.