Dec 8, 2024 - 8:00am - Peace through Understanding - Lakeview United Methodist Church

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Dec 8, 2024 - 8:00am - Peace through Understanding

December 8, 2024 • Pastor Stuart • Luke 1:68–79, Luke 3:4–6

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Zechariah celebrates God’s plan of salvation through the coming savior, emphasizing mercy, redemption, and peace for His people. Later, John the Baptist fulfills prophecy by preparing hearts for the Lord, urging repentance, and proclaiming the universal reach of God's salvation for all people.

Jan 5, 2024 - 8:00am - Family

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

In this passage, Jesus redefines the concept of family. While He is speaking to a crowd, His mother and brothers arrive, asking to speak with Him. Instead of immediately responding to their call, Jesus uses the moment to teach a profound truth: those who do the will of His Father in heaven are His true family. This declaration emphasizes the spiritual bond between believers and the importance of obedience to God’s will over earthly ties.

Dec 29, 2024 - 8:00am - Why Were You Searching for Me?

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

In this story, we see a glimpse of Jesus' early awareness of His unique relationship with God. After being separated from His parents during a trip to Jerusalem, Jesus is found in the temple, engaging with teachers and demonstrating profound understanding. His response to Mary and Joseph reveals His deep sense of mission: being in His Father’s house. The passage ends by affirming Jesus' growth in wisdom and grace, setting the stage for His future ministry.

Dec 22, 2024 - 8:00am - Love without Boundaries

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

John the Baptist directs his disciples to Jesus, identifying Him as the Lamb of God. Two disciples seek out Jesus and are profoundly impacted by their time with Him. Andrew, eager to share this discovery, introduces his brother Simon to Jesus, who renames him Peter, foreshadowing his significant role in the early church.