Have you ever been caught between a rock and a hard place? The Bible is filled with stories of people who found themselves in exactly the same place. The story of Joseph, in Matthew's gospel, is a good example. He is faced with a daunting choice about his future. In the midst of that situation, an angel appears and offers him a new and glorious solution which had never crossed his mind.
Preparing for "The Choices We Make" - Sermon for December 10, 2023
December 10, 2023 • Rev. Dr. Craig S. Brown • Matthew 1:18–25
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