In Joseph's story, we find a man who loved his wife-to-be, but found himself wrapped in controversy and fear over her pregnancy. On the edge of divorcing Mary quietly, an angel of the Lord speaks to Joseph and challenges him to have courage. So, what does the courage of Christmas look like?
Part 1 - The Courage of Christmas
Joseph: The Reluctant Father
November 29, 2015 • David Sulcer
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Part 4 - The Contradiction of Christmas
December 20, 2015 • Pastor Herb Reisig
When we look at the story of the wisemen, we see three men who were the academics of their time. They studied science and astrology, looking for answers and wisdom. The wonderful thing is that in the end, they were brought to the same Christ-child as everyone else.
Part 2 - The Couplings of Christmas
December 6, 2015 • Pastor Herb Reisig
In a lot of ways, the coming of Christ was the opposite of what was expected for a Messiah. One of the most memorable scenes in the entire Bible happens when the birth of Jesus is first announced to a group of Shepherds. These were people who were despised, outcast, lowly, and seemingly, unworthy.