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1 Peter 2:21-24, Isaiah 53:3-6 Passion Week. What exactly is Passion Week? Passion Week is so named because of the passion with which Jesus willingly went to the cross in order to pay for the sins of the world. We’ve never seen a greater display of passion than in this week in this man, Jesus Christ. But remember, His passion was for you and me. This Sunday, Palm Sunday, we will look at the Passion of Jesus Christ in suffering and dying…

Philippians 2:5-8 In Philippians we are told that Jesus “emptied Himself.” This passage is known as the kenosis of Christ based on the Greek word kenoo which means “to empty.” But what did He empty Himself of and for what reason? The answer will help us understand the great love of Christ who condescended for us to be our sympathetic High Priest and Savior. 

As we set our sights on Easter, we look forward to celebrating the wonderful truth of Jesus’ resurrection from the dead for us. However, Jesus’ resurrection was just one of the reasons He came to earth for us. Jesus came to earth for many reasons that culminated in His resurrection and ascension. Why did Jesus come to our world in the first place? He had a purpose and it reveals just how wonderful the loving heart of our Savior truly…

Philippians 3:12-14 As we anticipate the arrival of a new year, it’s common for us to approach it without a fresh sense of hope or eagerness for the imminent return of our Savior, the ultimate Rescuer. Our default inclination is to regard life with a “business as usual” mindset, persisting in familiar routines without a heightened awareness of the transformative power of Christ. Yet, this is not the spirit that Christ envisions for our lives. Instead, He invites us to…

Luke 2:4-7, 11-12 In this season of reflection and celebration, we often find ourselves surrounded by the warm glow of lights, the melodies of carols, and the joyful anticipation of Christ’s birth. However, amidst the festive atmosphere, it’s crucial for us to delve deeper into the very heart of the Christmas narrative, where a simple manger becomes the cradle for the greatest gift the world has ever known. The purpose of the manger extends far beyond its functional use as…

As we celebrate the Christmas Season, Gary brings an important reminder to us that Jesus is the reason, not only for this season, but for our lives in Him.

The True Meaning of ChristmasMatthew 1:21 “Are you ready for Christmas?” A question I have asked many people over the last several days. To which many have responded, “NO!”  It seems like every year Christmas comes and goes in a flurry of activity. In the hustle of buying gifts, decorating, and planning the meal, the reason for the season seems to get lost. Maybe this year will be different?  In order to “let every heart prepare Him room” we must…