November 30, 2025

Series: Light Your World

Sermon Title: The Light of Hope

Scripture: Luke 2:25–27

“Now there was a man in Jerusalem called Simeon, who was righteous and devout. He was waiting for the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit was on him. It had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not die before he had seen the Lord’s Messiah. Moved by the Spirit, he went into the temple courts. When the parents brought in the child Jesus to do for him what the custom of the Law required...

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Introduction: Light shines the brightest in the darkest of times.

Hope in the Darkness:

1. Live with Expectation

Now there was a man in Jerusalem called Simeon, who was righteous and devout. He was waiting for the consolation of Israel...

-Luke 2:25a

2. Lean into Holy Spirit

The Holy Spirit was on him (Simeon).

-Luke 2:25b

3. Listen to Holy Spirit

“It had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not die before he had seen the Lord’s Messiah.”

‭‭Luke‬ ‭2‬:‭26‬ ‭NIV‬‬

4. Led by Holy Spirit

“Moved by the Spirit, he went into the temple courts. When the parents brought in the child Jesus to do for him what the custom of the Law required,”

‭‭Luke‬ ‭2‬:‭27‬ ‭NIV‬‬

Conclusion: The light of hope was born in Bethlehem and revealed to Simeon who watched and waited with a faith-filled heart.

November 23, 2025

Series: At the Table

Sermon: Table Manners

“For I received from the Lord what I also passed on to you: The Lord Jesus, on the night he was betrayed, took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and said, “This is my body, which is for you; do this in remembrance of me.” In the same way, after supper he took the cup, saying, “This cup is the new covenant in my blood; do this, whenever you drink it, in remembrance of me.” For whenever you eat this bread and drink this cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death until he comes.”

‭‭1 Corinthians‬ ‭11‬:‭23‬-‭26‬ ‭NIV‬‬

INTRODUCTION: It is important to pass faith to the next generation!

“For I received from the Lord what I also passed on to you..."

• 1 Corinthians 11:23a

Three Table Manners:

Remember Jesus' Sacrifice...

The Lord Jesus, on the night he was betrayed, took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and said, “This is my body, which is for you; do this in remembrance of me.”

-1 Corinthians 11:23b-24

Rejoice in Relationship...

“In the same way, after supper he took the cup, saying, “This cup is the new covenant in my blood; do this, whenever you drink it, in remembrance of me.””

-1 Corinthians 11:25

Respond with Thankgiving...

“So then, whoever eats the bread or drinks the cup of the Lord in an unworthy manner will be guilty of sinning against the body and blood of the Lord. Everyone ought to examine themselves before they eat of the bread and drink from the cup.”

-‭‭1 Corinthians‬ ‭11‬:‭27‬-‭28‬ ‭NIV‬‬

Conclusion: As we gather at the Lord's Table this Thanksgiving season, let us be thankful!

November 16, 2025

AT THE TABLE

When Bread is Not Enough!

“Jesus said to them, “Very truly I tell you, it is not Moses who has given you the bread from heaven, but it is my Father who gives you the true bread from heaven. For the bread of God is the bread that comes down from heaven and gives life to the world.” “Sir,” they said, “always give us this bread.” Then Jesus declared, “I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to me will never go hungry, and whoever believes in me will never be thirsty.”

-‭‭John‬ ‭6‬:‭32‬-‭35‬ ‭NIV‬‬

INTRODUCTION: Social work cannot be a substitute for spiritual transformation!

Moses the Shadow...

Jesus said to them, "Very truly I tell you, It is not Moses who has given you bread from heaven..."

-John 6:32

Jesus the Substance...

Then Jesus declared, “I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to me will never go hungry, and whoever believes in me will never be thirsty.”

-John 6:35

Jesus = Life

“The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.”

-‭‭John‬ ‭10‬:‭10‬ ‭NIV‬‬

CONCLUSION: Like Jesus, we must understand that physical bread is not enough.

“Jesus answered, “Very truly I tell you, you are looking for me, not because you saw the signs I performed but because you ate the loaves and had your fill. Do not work for food that spoils, but for food that endures to eternal life, which the Son of Man will give you. For on him God the Father has placed his seal of approval.””

‭‭-John‬ ‭6‬:‭26‬-‭27‬ ‭NIV‬‬

November 9, 2025

Series: At the Table...

The Invitation Scripture: Luke 14:15-24

“When one of those at the table with him heard this, he said to Jesus, “Blessed is the one who will eat at the feast in the kingdom of God.” Jesus replied: “A certain man was preparing a great banquet and invited many guests. At the time of the banquet he sent his servant to tell those who had been invited, ‘Come, for everything is now ready.’ “But they all alike began to make excuses. The first said, ‘I have just bought a field, and I must go and see it. Please excuse me.’ “Another said, ‘I have just bought five yoke of oxen, and I’m on my way to try them out. Please excuse me.’ “Still another said, ‘I just got married, so I can’t come.’ “The servant came back and reported this to his master. Then the owner of the house became angry and ordered his servant, ‘Go out quickly into the streets and alleys of the town and bring in the poor, the crippled, the blind and the lame.’ “ ‘Sir,’ the servant said, ‘what you ordered has been done, but there is still room.’ “Then the master told his servant, ‘Go out to the roads and country lanes and compel them to come in, so that my house will be full. I tell you, not one of those who were invited will get a taste of my banquet.’ ””

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INTRODUCTION: We are called the be "At The Table" with Jesus.

1. The Preparation of the Banquet
   
   

“Jesus replied: “A certain man was preparing a great banquet and invited many guests. At the time of the banquet he sent his servant to tell those who had been invited, ‘Come, for everything is now ready.’”

‭‭Luke‬ ‭14‬:‭16‬-‭17‬ ‭NIV‬‬

2. The Procrastination of the Guests

““But they all alike began to make excuses. The first said, ‘I have just bought a field, and I must go and see it. Please excuse me.’ “Another said, ‘I have just bought five yoke of oxen, and I’m on my way to try them out. Please excuse me.’ “Still another said, ‘I just got married, so I can’t come.’”

‭‭Luke‬ ‭14‬:‭18‬-‭20‬ ‭NIV‬‬

3. The Pursuit of the Servant

““The servant came back and reported this to his master. Then the owner of the house became angry and ordered his servant, ‘Go out quickly into the streets and alleys of the town and bring in the poor, the crippled, the blind and the lame.’ “ ‘Sir,’ the servant said, ‘what you ordered has been done, but there is still room.’ “Then the master told his servant, ‘Go out to the roads and country lanes and compel them to come in, so that my house will be full.”

‭‭Luke‬ ‭14‬:‭21‬-‭23‬ ‭NIV‬‬

Two PROMISES experienced "At The Table":

1. God's Presence
2. God's Provision

Conclusion: There is room for you "At The Table". (Luke 14:22)

November 2, 2025

Spiritual Significance in Ordinary Activities

Colossians 3:1-4

October 26, 2025

Series: Jesus the Healer

Sermon 3: Power Over Evil Spirits

Scripture: Mark 9:23-27 NIV

““ ‘If you can’?” said Jesus. “Everything is possible for one who believes.” Immediately the boy’s father exclaimed, “I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief!” When Jesus saw that a crowd was running to the scene, he rebuked the impure spirit. “You deaf and mute spirit,” he said, “I command you, come out of him and never enter him again.” The spirit shrieked, convulsed him violently and came out. The boy looked so much like a corpse that many said, “He’s dead.” But Jesus took him by the hand and lifted him to his feet, and he stood up.”

INTRODUCTION: Our struggle is not against flesh and blood. (Eph. 6:12)

A Possessed Boy...

“A man in the crowd answered, “Teacher, I brought you my son, who is possessed by a spirit that has robbed him of speech.”

-‭‭Mark‬ ‭9‬:‭17‬ ‭NIV‬‬

A Pitiful Father...

“Jesus asked the boy’s father, “How long has he been like this?” “From childhood,” he answered. “It has often thrown him into fire or water to kill him. But if you can do anything, take pity on us and help us.””

-‭‭Mark‬ ‭9‬:‭21‬-‭22‬ ‭NIV‬‬

A Powerful Savior...

When Jesus saw that a crowd was running to the scene, he rebuked the impure spirit. “You deaf and mute spirit,” he said, “I command you, come out of him and never enter him again.”

-Mark 9:25

CONCLUSION: When you put your hand in Jesus' hand he will life you up! (Mark 9:27)

October 19, 2025

Series: Jesus the Healer

Sermon: A Powerful Rebuke and a Grateful Woman

Scripture: Luke 8:38-39

“Jesus left the synagogue and went to the home of Simon. Now Simon’s mother-in-law was suffering from a high fever, and they asked Jesus to help her. So he bent over her and rebuked the fever, and it left her. She got up at once and began to wait on them.”

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INTRODUCTION: Jesus will leave his house to go to your home!

1. Simon's Problem:

"Jesus left the synagogue and went to the home of Simon. Now Simon’s mother-in-law was suffering from a high fever..."

-Luke 8:38a

A. The Problem was Personal

B. The Problem was Prolonged

1. Jesus' Power:

A. Call upon Jesus' Power

B. Jesus' Response

1. The Mother-in-laws Praise:

Praise it thanking God for what he has done, is doing, and will do in our lives.

A. She Got Up!

B. She began to wait (serve) on them.

CONCLUSION: Invite Jesus into your physical pain, call upon his power, and believe for your healing today.

October 12, 2025

Series: Jesus the Healer

Sermon: The fourth Touch!

Scripture: Mark 8:22-26

“They came to Bethsaida, and some people brought a blind man and begged Jesus to touch him. He took the blind man by the hand and led him outside the village. When he had spit on the man’s eyes and put his hands on him, Jesus asked, “Do you see anything?” He looked up and said, “I see people; they look like trees walking around.” Once more Jesus put his hands on the man’s eyes. Then his eyes were opened, his sight was restored, and he saw everything clearly. Jesus sent him home, saying, “Don’t even go into the village.””

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INTRODUCTION: Don't settle for less than Jesus' best for your life!

1. The need for healing...

“They came to Bethsaida, and some people brought a blind man and begged Jesus to touch him.

-Mark 8:22

1. The first touch...

He took the blind man by the hand and led him outside the village.

-Mark 8:23a

1. The second touch...

When he had spit on the man’s eyes and put his hands on him, Jesus asked, “Do you see anything?” He looked up and said, “I see people; they look like trees walking around.”

-Mark 8:23b-24

1. The third touch...

Jesus put his hands on the man’s eyes. Then his eyes were opened, his sight was restored, and he saw everything clearly.

-Mark 8:25

CONCLUSION: The FIRST, SECOND, AND THIRD TOUCH was a set up for the FOURTH TOUCH! The fourth touch was the man going home healed and bringing the power of Jesus home! Jesus sent him home!