We are a forgetful people in a land of distractions. Our minds are easily captivated by trivial and temporary inducements. New things quickly become old. In our mind’s eye even glory tends to fade and warnings tend to wane. It is no wonder that we who are invisibly united to Christ and visibly in and not of this world live in constant need of renewal. And what is true for the Christian is true for the church. This is a series that seeks to renew the mind of the church. Not so much by reviewing what she is called to do as much as what she is called. As with the Christian so with church, her God-given identity defines her. We who are the church are a people for God and none other.
Before we return to the book of Romans, we will be looking at the what scripture says about the Church, in its nature, how she expresses herself in song, and how the church cares and equips for its members.
The messages from this series can be found here:
Manny Pereira - December 24, 2023
The Glory Presented
Glory surprisingly saturated the nativity scene. It was all far more significant than anyone knew. It is a story painted in bright illumination and baffling irony. God discloses Himself in the most unsuspecting manner. Figures find their fulfillment, anticipations their answer. All the promises of God and hopes of His people locate their singular meeting place in the revelation given that holy night. All the shadows of glory prefigured give way to their substance in the presentation disclosed here. This is a Christmas message that beholds the glory of God presented in birth of Christ.
Scripture References: John 1:14
