Christmas '23
Dec23
"HOPE"
December 3, 2023 • Brad Parkhurst
In a world like ours, we need more than just optimism to keep us hopeful. For believers, it's God's unchanging character and past faithfulness that gives us secure hope for the future! Jesus has never once broken a promise, and now he sits enthroned as the death-defeating King of the universe, offering LIVING hope to the world!
"PEACE"
December 10, 2023 • Brad Parkhurst
There is something lacking in every human being. We all have a sense that life in this world isn't what it's supposed to be... When we say Jesus came to bring peace, we're not talking about some feeling of calmness or serenity. Through his death and resurrection, Jesus offers us "SHALOM" peace: exchanging brokenness for complete wholeness.
"JOY"
December 17, 2023 • Brad Parkhurst
Christmas is a season of joy and happiness for some, but it's painful and dark for so many. For those of us in difficult circumstances, Christ extends the gift of supernatural JOY that goes beyond circumstances. Rooted in God's past faithfulness, our future destiny, and the power of the Spirit within us, we have the chance to enter into a real joy that cannot be stolen.
"LOVE" // Christmas Eve
December 24, 2023 • Brad Parkhurst
"Look at what LOVE the Father has lavished on us, that we might be called children of God! And that's what we are!" God didn't wait for the world to love him before he gave up his son. He moved toward us first, even though we were his enemies! By turning + trusting in Jesus, we are filled with the fullness of this extravagant love as it flows through us to a world in desperate need.