Where's the Joy?

December 24, 2022 • Luke Edgerton

Prepare a Path

December 18, 2022 • Luke Edgerton • Matthew 3:1–6

John the Baptist is rarely, if ever, associated with Christmas - but what is often overlooked is his relation to Jesus. You see, Jesus and John the Baptist were relatives. John’s mother, Elizabeth, and Jesus’ mother, Mary, were both pregnant at the same time and relatives themselves! Somehow John knew his role and calling. The Bible describes John as one who was preparing the path which Jesus would use to reach people. There is no greater time than Christmas to prepare paths for Jesus to use to reach those who are hungry for Christ’s truth and thirsty for Christ’s grace. Will you, like John, prepare a path for Jesus this Christmas?  

The Humble King

December 11, 2022 • Nick Wise • Matthew 2:13–23

There is a story behind Christmas that offers an entirely new perspective on the advent we all love to celebrate. This story begins 700 years before the Christ Child is born. This week, Nick Wise, our Youth Director, compares and contrasts the characters of King Herod & Caesar with that of Jesus - and describes a Christmas that is far less about the hustle, bustle & dazzle - but instead a Christmas wrapped in humility, service & peace.