Sermons on Incarnation (Page 3)

All I Want for Christmas is Someone to Believe In

David wants to build a house for the Lord, but God promises that David’s descendants will sit on his throne forever (2 Samuel 7:1-16). What does this mean? How does this tap into our longing for a just, righteous ruler as revealed in Jesus? (2 SAMUEL 7:1-16) Sermon Outline “Your house and your kingdom will endure forever before me; your throne will be established forever.”  (2 Samuel 7:16) David: a Picture of the One Worth Believing In Anointed by Samuel…

All I Want for Christmas is for God to Show Up

The Prophet Isaiah steps forward in longing and pleading for God to show up and bring ultimate healing and deliverance for a people stranded in the midst of terrorizing enemies (Isaiah 64:1-9). This message is relevant for our community today, especially in the season of Advent. (ISAIAH 64:1-9) Sermon Outline “I will make you into a great nation. I will bless you and make you famous, and you will be a blessing to others.” (Genesis 12:2) This Christmas Season, We…

God’s Plan for Your Neighborhood

(Nehemiah 3-4) Sermon Outline “So we rebuilt the wall till all of it reached half its height, for the people worked with all their heart.” (Nehemiah 4:6) God has a plan for my neighborhood and we all have an important role to play. (Nehemiah 3) “Kingdom progress” is made as God’s people turn to the Lord. “Kingdom progress” is made as God’s people work together in unity. “Kingdom progress” is made when there is local ownership. “Kingdom progress” is made…

Celebrate!

(Luke 19:1-10) DISCUSSION GUIDE When was a time that you wanted to uncontrollably celebrate something? What happened? How did people respond? This week, we are celebrating God’s grace and truth in the Big Block Bash. We will look at Luke 19:1-10. Before you read that passage aloud, take a moment to pray, asking God to guide and speak to you in this study. Jesus is on his way from Galilee to Jerusalem in his final weeks. What is significant about…

Rebuilding Our Neighborhood and City

(Nehemiah 1-2) SERMON OUTLINE “Then I said to them, “You see the trouble we are in: Jerusalem lies in ruins, and its gates have been burned with fire. Come, let us rebuild the wall of Jerusalem, and we will no longer be in disgrace.” (Nehemiah 2:17) Loving our neighborhood & city starts with turning to the Lord (1:1-11) The Report: It’s not supposed to be like this! (Nehemiah 1:1-4) The State of Jerusalem The State of Milwaukee Nehemiah’s Response: Heartbroken,…