Sermons from the180
"Can we Trust the Christmas Story ? "This question and others like it linger in the background. Advent is that time to explore what the Bible is calling us into even if that means wrestling with doubt. Listen in as Pastor Dom walks us through the need to get honest with these kinds of questions if we really want the hope of the season. May we never forget that at Advent people in the Bible remind us that there is NO true hope without Honesty.
In a world that bombards us with fast-paced consumerism, quick-fix solutions and other distractions, it’s almost impossible for us to by surprised by the familiar Christmas story. Christians call the season leading up to Christmas ‘Advent’ – a time that invites us to prepare with a sense of anticipation. Join us as the Bible points us to the new and surprising things God has in store for us even as we learn to slow down and wait on Him.
God's gracious ways have been available to Jonah every step of the way. This week Pastor Dom wraps up our series about a reminder that Jonah's emotional responses reveal deep issues that God must address. With that we are invited to get honest about the temptation to remain emotionally immature when God offers healing and hope. We pray that you are sensitive to some next steps God is calling you to take.
What makes someone worthy of being loved? This week, we’ll wrestle with this challenging question as we look at Jonah’s message to the Ninevites and Jesus’ call to love our enemies. Jonah’s story confronts us with the startling truth that God’s grace is for everyone—even those we’re quick to judge. Together we'll see how recognizing God’s love can transform the way we see both ourselves and our enemies.
