What is the “rest” in this text? – The rest of the celestial city whose designer and builder of God. How do we get this rest? Faith with feet, faith that results in action (which all true faith does). Practical steps to aid in entering rest 1) Be encouraged in the Church 2) Join a…
The Book of Hebrews was written as a message to a group of ethnically Jewish Christians. These believers had likely been following Christ for a significant time—perhaps 10, 20 years or more. Some may have been among the earliest converts in Jerusalem or Judea, possibly even hearing Peter preach on the Day of Pentecost and…
Personal Confession: An Embarrassing Story Jesus is not ashamed of His family. Being embarrassed or ashamed is a terrible feeling. I don’t know if I’ve ever shared this publicly before because it’s so embarrassing to me, but here it goes anyway. When I was about 20 years old, I made the mistake of confusing being…
Introduction: What Is Man? What is man that You are mindful of him, or the son of man that You take thought of him? What is humanity? What is our nature? It is pretty easy to lose your faith in humanity. A lot of people still try, but it doesn’t take much to see how…
In this sermon, Pastor Matt prepares us to launch into the book of Hebrews, a book all about the glory of Christ and his superiority to all things. Opening Remarks and Illustration Thanks be to God for His Word. For some reason, there’s a slap bracelet on the pulpit. If it’s yours, you can come…
In this sermon, Pastor Matt warns us against the excesses and pitfalls of entertainment, and exhorts us to stay focused on Jesus and to stay in our Bibles.
Jesus is the true source of lasting joy and salvation. This is a message from the Valley Alliance Church in Fort Qu’Appelle Saskatchewan. If you would like to join us in person or find out more information you can check out our website. https://www.valleyalliancechurch.ca/
Sermon Discussion GuideSermon Title: What Child is This? Date: December 15, 2024: Third Sunday of Advent: JoyScripture: Luke 2:25-38Understanding the Message: Has a ‘God’ standard for behaviour (10Commandments, Great Commandment) He sees and knows all He sees and knows allHe knows if you have been good or bad He knows if you have been good or badHe rewards good behaviour He rewards…