Sunday Sermon – December 22, 2024 – “Good News for All the People” – Luke 2:1-20
December 22, 2024
Good News for All the People
Luke 2:1-20
December 22, 2024
Dr. Kelly B. Burton
Luke’s Christmas story does not begin with a long genealogy. That is not Luke’s aim. Luke contrasts the birth of John the Baptist in chapter 1, with the birth of Jesus in chapter 2. John’s birth announcement is made in the majesty of the Temple. Jesus is born in Bethlehem, in simple clothes and laid in a feeding trough. God wants us to meet His promised Savior as One who identifies with all of us. God is concerned for people regardless of their social status or occupation. Don’t be afraid to meet Jesus.
Sermon in a Sentence: God is concerned for people regardless of their social status or occupation. Don’t be afraid to meet Jesus.
1.Appearances are Deceiving 2:1-7
Bethlehem? A stable? A Manger? Swaddling cloths?
In His providence, God is quietly at work.
If you can now see how God is working in your life, pause and thank Him.
2.Curiosity Leads to Seeking 2:8-20
The three-fold Office of Jesus:
A Savior
The Christ
The Lord
If you have found that this story created some curiosity, don’t be afraid to meet Jesus
Sunday Sermon – March 31, 2024 – “Eyes Opened & Hearts Ablaze!” – EASTER SERMON – Luke 24:13-35
March 31, 2024
Eyes Opened and Hearts Ablaze! Luke 24:13-35 Sunday, March 31, 2024 Dr. Kelly B. Burton It is interesting how fear can swallow hope. Our physical health can trigger fear. Losing possessions or people we love can activate fear inside of us. The disciples knew about fear. Following the crucifixion, they were confused and fearful. Although… Read More »
Sunday Sermon -March 10, 2024 – “Jesus Didn’t Miss Church” -Luke 4:13-16
March 10, 2024
” Jesus Didn’t Miss Church “ Luke 4: 13-16 ( NASB ) Sunday, March 10 2024 Pastor Bob Sexton 1. One may be tempted to not go to church. (vs 13) 2. Jesus was then empowered to go to church. (vs 14) 3. Jesus, being empowered, went to church. (vs 15)
Sunday Sermon-Sept. 25,2022-Luke 24:50-53, Acts 1:6-11-“After Forty Days”
September 25, 2022
After Forty Days Luke 24:50-53, Acts 1:6-11 Sunday, September 25, 2022 Dr. Kelly B. Burton The Ascension of Christ is the crowning act of Jesus’ sacrifice. He has blessed us and we return to our place of worship Sunday after Sunday with joy blessing Him in return. When Jesus ascended the Holy Spirit descended just… Read More »
Sunday Sermon – September 18, 2022 – Luke 24:36-49 – “Doubts and Disbeliefs”
September 18, 2022
Doubts and Disbeliefs Luke 24:36-49 Sunday, September 18, 2022 Dr. Kelly B. Burton By all appearances the disciples were not expecting Jesus to rise from the dead. Doubt and disbelief blinded their faith. The angel has to remind the women who came to prepare His body with spices and ointments that Jesus told them this… Read More »
Sunday Sermon – September 11, 2022 – Luke 23:26-47 – “Approaching the Cross”
September 11, 2022
Approaching the Cross Luke 23:26-47 Sunday, September 11, 2022 Dr. Kelly B. Burton The love and compassion of Christ exude from the pages of the crucifixion. In the midst of His sufferings His selflessness emerges. He is more concerned for others than Himself as He approaches His cross. He even saves a criminal while hanging… Read More »
Sunday Sermon – Luke 22:54-65, 23:6-25 – “What Good News Does to Some People”
September 4, 2022
What Good News Does to Some People Luke 22:54-65, 23:6-25 Sunday, September 4, 2022 Dr. Kelly B. Burton Remember, we are in the Passion narrative of Luke’s gospel. Luke moves quickly to the cross scene because that is just the way it went down. Jesus’ enemies expedited Him through their ludicrous legal system. The Good… Read More »
Sunday Sermon – August 28, 2022 – Luke 22:7-23, 28-30 – “A Meal to Remember”
August 28, 2022
A Meal to Remember Luke 22:14-30 Sunday, August 28, 2022 Dr. Kelly B. Burton The Gospel writers all agree that Jesus spent His last hours before His arrest with His disciples. It was an emotional meal, an intimate meal, and an expensive meal representing the death of Christ. When you take the Supper remember His… Read More »
Sunday Sermon- August 21, 2022- Luke 17:20-37- “Already, But Not Yet”
August 21, 2022
Already, But Not Yet Luke 17:20-37 Sunday, August 21, 2022 Dr. Kelly B. Burton The Pharisees were growing more curious about Jesus. They felt like it was time to ask Him about the Kingdom of God since the OT has so much to say about it. Wisely, Jesus connects the Kingdom of God with His… Read More »
