Dec 28, 2025
Do You See What I See?
Series: Christmas
Sometimes you have to know what you’re looking for to truly see what’s in front of you. I think this is especially the case with Jesus Christ. You have to know what you’re looking for to see Him for who He truly is.
In our text this morning we meet one man who knew just what he was looking for, and he found it in the baby Jesus. To others, Jesus might have looked no different than any other baby, but to the trained eye, to the man who was waiting for God’s gift of a Messiah, He was a hidden treasure.
Today, we’re going to look at another passage from the Christmas story, found in Luke 2:22-35. We’ll first consider: 1) What Others Saw, then we’ll look at 2) What Simeon Saw, finally, we’ll pause to ask 3) What We See.
To see Jesus is to see salvation.
Luke 2:22-35
Dec. 28, 2025
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- Dec 28, 2025Do You See What I See?
Dec 28, 2025Do You See What I See?Series: ChristmasSometimes you have to know what you’re looking for to truly see what’s in front of you. I think this is especially the case with Jesus Christ. You have to know what you’re looking for to see Him for who He truly is.In our text this morning we meet one man who knew just what he was looking for, and he found it in the baby Jesus. To others, Jesus might have looked no different than any other baby, but to the trained eye, to the man who was waiting for God’s gift of a Messiah, He was a hidden treasure.Today, we’re going to look at another passage from the Christmas story, found in Luke 2:22-35. We’ll first consider: 1) What Others Saw, then we’ll look at 2) What Simeon Saw, finally, we’ll pause to ask 3) What We See.To see Jesus is to see salvation.Luke 2:22-35Dec. 28, 2025To watch the video of this message, click here.
- Dec 21, 2025Looking Back at the Future Hope of the Past
Dec 21, 2025Looking Back at the Future Hope of the PastSeries: ChristmasThe Jews were looking forward to, and eagerly anticipating, the arrival of God’s promised Messiah for several hundred years before He was born. That’s a long time to wait for such a wonderful gift. With this message we look back to some of the promises made by God, through the prophet Isaiah, before finishing up in the New Testament. There we see this hope fulfilled, and we are reminded to keep looking forward with hope to the Lord's return.Our hope for the future is well founded on God’s faithfulness in the past – God is with us!Isaiah 7:14 + 9:6-7Dec. 21, 2025To watch the video of this message, click here.
- Dec 7, 2025One Day
Dec 7, 2025One DaySeries: ChristmasThere are many days that change our lives, but only one moment that changes our eternal destiny, the moment of salvation.Selected ScriptureDec. 7, 2025To watch the video of this message, click here.
- Dec 29, 2024Christ the Savior
Dec 29, 2024Christ the SaviorSeries: ChristmasJoin us as Pastor McLain takes on a sweeping look at the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ.Luke 1-2Dec. 29, 2024To watch the video of this message, click here.
- Dec 22, 2024An Insignificant Christmas
Dec 22, 2024An Insignificant ChristmasSeries: ChristmasChristmas is about the birth of the baby Jesus, God’s promised Messiah. The Jews had been anticipating the coming of the Messiah for hundreds, if not thousands of years. They had expectations about what would happen and what the Messiah would be like. The Jews expected the Messiah to be a conquering king & hero – they figured He would be born as royalty, in the line of David, and that He would take the throne, restoring Israel to its former glory.Instead, the birth of the Messiah reads like and exercise in insignificance – Jesus was born in an insignificant place, at an insignificant time, to insignificant people. But, as we look at all of that, I believe God shows us the Significance of Christmas.Jesus Christ gives significance to life.Luke 2:1-7Dec. 22, 2024To watch the video of this message, click here.
- Dec 15, 2024Finding Favor with the Father
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- Dec 8, 2024Jesus’ Family Christmas Tree
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- Dec 24, 2023A Courageous Christmas
Dec 24, 2023A Courageous ChristmasSeries: ChristmasMatthew 1:18-25 records for us the occasion when God revealed the upcoming birth of Jesus to Mary's husband, Joseph. The short account gives us the details, but there is even more going on behind the scenes.There is a story behind the story here that I think is important for us to learn from. Joseph demonstrates courage in 3 ways that I believe should be instructive for us today as well: 1) We Should Practice Personal Integrity Regardless of Public Pressure ; 2) We Should Prioritize God’s Will, Not Human Wisdom; and 3) We Should Pursue Sacrificial Action Instead of Superficial Anger.God uses our courageous obedience to accomplish His objectives.Matthew 1:18-25Dec. 24, 2023To watch the video of this message, click here.
- Dec 17, 2023So, How Was Your Day?
Dec 17, 2023So, How Was Your Day?Series: ChristmasWe can tend to take our days for granted, because often, day after day, it’s the same old thing. Then, once in a while, we have a day that really stands out from the rest. Christmas can be either one. When you’re young, it’s an amazing day, full of excitement. But, after a few dozen Christmases, and especially when you’re footing the bill, it can sometimes slide into being another one of those days.How should we respond to Christmas? If someone were to come up to you on Christmas and ask, “So, how was your day?” How will you answer?Mary gives us a great example in Luke 1:46-55. After being told that she would bear God’s promised Messiah, she breaks forth in praise. Her example to us suggests 4 things we can do: 1) Praise God for What He Has Done; 2) Praise God for His Power and Mercy; 3) Praise God for His Justice; 4) Praise God for His Faithfulness.We need to pause and praise God for His gift of a Savior.Luke 1:46-55Dec. 17, 2023To watch the video of this message, click here.
- Dec 10, 2023When God Leaves You Speechless
Dec 10, 2023When God Leaves You SpeechlessSeries: ChristmasChristmas is supposed to be a wonderful, joyous time of year. But, there are sometimes things going on in our lives which make it difficult to be joyful. Struggles and trials can definitely hinder any desire to celebrate.Today's message is a look at events surrounding another birth which took place shortly before Jesus’ – that of John the Baptist. John’s parents give us some examples, both positive and negative, of how to continue to seek God even during times of suffering. We learn that we should: 1) Serve God in Times of Struggle; 2) Rejoice in What God Reveals; 3) Don’t Let Doubts & Disappointment Derail Your Faith; 4) Give God the Glory for the Good in our Lives.Continue to seek & serve the Lord, even in times of struggle – trust Him and His promises.Luke 1:5-25+57-66Dec. 10, 2023To watch the video of this message, click here.
