Luke 2:1-15 As we come to this passage this morning, let’s not miss what’s hidden in plain sight. There are familiar events here, and we love to rehearse them, but…
Hebrews 9:6-14 Today’s passage, like the two we have previously considered from Hebrews, contrasts the worship of the old tabernacle system with Christ, the great high priest. But not only…
Ephesians 2:11-22 Ephesians 2:11–22 tells a story of reconciliation. And, like the parable of the prodigal son, it tells the story of our reconciliation, both to God and to one…
The passage we are considering this evening is perhaps the best-known Christmas passage in the Bible. It tells the simple story of the Savior’s humble birth in Bethlehem (2:1–7) and…
When the church faces such troubles, where should Christians focus their attention? How do you respond to trouble, whether it is trouble that others brings to you (some sort of…
What difference does the gospel make in our lives? Philippians 4:1 sets the tone for the final chapter and establishes the proposition, “Therefore, stand firm in the Lord.” What follows…
Over the past two weeks, we have looked at Jesus’ warnings about what will happen to us and others if we do not put our pride to death: we will…
How do we maintain joy in a fallen world? How do we deal with suffering, grief and evil? In this sermon, Rick Brawner shows that we can have peace, because…
What gave Simeon that peace he mentions in verse 29? See the blessings of obedience to God. See how the pious in Israel recognized who Jesus is. The benefits of…