In the fullness of time God sent his eternal Son into the world as the son of Joseph and Mary. He was given the name Jesus. Matthew identifies Jesus as the son of David, of Abraham, and of a virgin. The rich identity of Jesus comes with the promise of the presence of God and […]

All of God’s saving work, from beginning to end, can be summed up in the phrase, “By grace through faith.” This theme runs throughout the Bible, is the basis of our salvation, and is the principle by which we live for God’s glory. Text: Romans 4

The presence and prophecy of John shows us that God is faithful to his word, that he acts at the right time, that he prepares for the arrival of his Son, and that he calls people to enter into his saving work. Text: Mark 1:1-8

God’s word through the prophet Isaiah is of judgement for the purpose of repentance, salvation through the Lord’s Servant, and renewal as the future hope. Once again God’s plan put before us in history is pointing to its fulfillment in Jesus Christ. Our hope is in him. Text: Isaiah 65:17-25

The true king over the kingdom of God is Jesus Christ. As kingdom people we receive King Jesus, live under his rule, bear witness to him, and pray. This is our kingdom life until he comes again. Text: 2 Samuel 7

Our failures create a longing for something more, and leads us to hope in God’s merciful plan. Text: Judges 2:11-23