Problems are inevitable in life. Even our secular society understands this. In fact, many of us might be experiencing difficulties during this present season–whether it is stressful relationships or feeling stuck in a trying situation. The most important question during these times is not how we can solve our difficulties. Rather, it is: “who is Jesus?”

Related to the sermon from last week, we often have a narrow understanding of who Jesus is. Some of us view Jesus as simply a healer, a faithful friend, or a good teacher. In this sermon, we reflect upon the four names given by Isaiah's prophecy: Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace. As we reflect upon these names, we must be reminded that the one with these awesome names: (1) was given to us; (2) died on our behalf; and (3) and is our new identity and destiny…

In this sermon of the Advent series, we will focus on one of the primary purposes of Jesus's coming. Jesus came to rescue us so that we can live under his kingship. Many of us have been taught that Jesus is the true king. However, many of us have a skewed understanding of what Jesus's kingship means. This also leads to a skewed understanding of salvation and of the gospel…

How do you typically respond to difficult circumstances? Do you preoccupy yourself so that you don't have to deal with them? Or maybe you misinterpret them as God being absent or distant in your life? As we begin our advent sermon series on Isaiah 9.1-7, we learn that God is the one who brings these difficult situations in our lives…