Greater Than

Lost Mountain Baptist Church

Greater Than

December 3, 2023 • Blake McKinney • John 8:56–58

In this message, we'll look at how Old Testament stories point to Jesus and highlight the importance of increasing our view of Jesus. Jesus' claim to be greater than God the Father was met with skepticism, but he emphasized his then-existence and divinity through the use of "I am" statements and his readiness to claim divinity.

Grace Has Appeared

December 24, 2023 • Matt Jeffreys • Titus 2:11–15

In today's message, Pastor Matt talks about the significance of grace and its importance in our lives; that grace is the unmerited and spontaneous love and favor of God that cannot be earned or deserved. You'll be challenged to reflect on whether you truly understand and have experienced God's grace in your own life. Grace is needed to heal our perspective of others and see them as equals in need of God's grace. Christmas is a reminder of God's unlimited favor towards humanity, even though we deserve judgment. Our hope is that you would embrace God's grace and experience the joy of salvation.

Good News for the Weary

December 17, 2023 • Matt Jeffreys • Matthew 11:25–28

In this message, we reflect on the weariness and exhaustion that many people experience during the holiday season. Jesus, who gives the invitation to come to Him, is capable of healing, transforming, and saving broken people, extending the invitation to all, regardless of past transgressions or current situations.

Providential Preparation

December 10, 2023 • Jake Turner • John 1:1–14

What is the true meaning of the Advent season? Advent focuses on God's providential preparation for this season and the coming of Christ. It also emphasizes the agency of Jesus, the Son of God, and his ability to overcome the darkness that pervades and defeated us. In this message, we'll look to the intentionality of God's providential preparation and how it applies to us today, leading us moment by moment to accomplish His purposes despite seemingly embarrassing situations, emphasizing that while God is intentional in even the mundane tasks of life, it is in these intentional moments where He consistently reveals Himself and calls us to be more like Him.