Dec 1, 2024 - Hope in Action - Lakeview United Methodist Church

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Dec 1, 2024 - Hope in Action

December 1, 2024 • Pastor Brandon • Jeremiah 33:14–16

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In this prophecy, God reassures His people that He will fulfill His promises to Israel and Judah. He speaks of a coming day when a righteous leader, a Branch from David's line, will rise and establish justice and righteousness.

Jan 5, 2024 - Family

January 5, 2025 • Pastor Brandon • Matthew 12:46–50

When Jesus is informed that His mother and brothers are outside, He takes the opportunity to illustrate the nature of God’s family. He explains that anyone who aligns their life with God’s purpose and obeys His will is part of His spiritual family. This teaching invites us to see discipleship as a deeper, eternal connection that transcends biological relationships.

Dec 29, 2024 - Why Were You Searching for Me?

December 29, 2024 • Pastor Stuart • Luke 2:41–52

This passage recounts a significant moment from Jesus’ childhood. At age 12, Jesus travels with His family to Jerusalem for the Passover festival. When His parents return home, they discover Jesus is missing and find Him in the temple, sitting among the teachers, listening and asking questions. Jesus’ wisdom astonishes all who hear Him, and He explains to His anxious parents that He must be in His Father’s house. This story highlights Jesus’ early understanding of His divine purpose while emphasizing His growth in wisdom, stature, and favor with God and people.

Dec 22, 2024 - Love without Boundaries

December 22, 2024 • Pastor Brandon • John 1:35–42

In this passage, John the Baptist points his followers to Jesus, calling Him the Lamb of God. Two of John's disciples follow Jesus and spend the day with Him. One of them, Andrew, then brings his brother Simon to meet Jesus. Upon meeting Simon, Jesus gives him a new name, Cephas (Peter), signifying his future role as a foundation of the faith community.