Lifegate Church Podcast

We ask a lot of questions along this road trip we call life. But, beneath them all, the question of all questions is ‘why?’ The Christmas story gives the best and most trustworthy answer to the ‘why’s’ of life and we’ll explore that answer in this sermon.

The first coming of Jesus was characterized by “great joy for all the peoples” but while we wait for His return, it can often be nearly impossible to experiencing lasting joy. It doesn’t have to be so and in the talk we’ll not only learn why we don’t have to wait for joy but how we can experience it now!

We love the idea of peace with God, but when it comes to peace with others we often struggle to believe it’s possible. Yet, Scripture tells us those two types of peace are directly related. Let’s learn how to walk the Path of Peace that Jesus taught and demonstrated.

Advent invites believers to wait with expectation, confront disappointment honestly, and re-center their hope on Jesus.

Kicking off this Christmas season, we’re learning that God does some of His best work in seasons of waiting. Biblical Hope carries us through these seasons by reminding us that Jesus is with us in the wait, God is moving, and the story isn’t over.

Being a witness calls for bravery in a watching world. And while we often think bravery is about being loud and proud, we’ll discover that in Jesus, bravery is more about being honest and authentic.

We often think being an effective witness for Jesus requires impressive spirituality, but according to Jesus being a bright witness starts with the basics of healthy relationships.

Being a faithful witness to the Lordship of Jesus is not only about what we say, but how we live - and that includes how we use our money! Let’s learn how generosity can be a beautiful witness to a watching world.