Everlasting Father (He Shall Be Called: week 3)

Jesus is called the Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace.

Jesus perfectly reflects the Father in heaven. He has three prominent roles which invite us to a response of surrender. These three roles will allow Jesus to “settle” and heal our brokenness, just like the people of Israel in Isaiah’s time.

Whatever struggle you have in this advent season, Jesus teaches us that we can trust Him. There is no brokenness we can experience that is too big for our Eternal Father to help us in. Jesus’ life and sacrifice provides a perfect picture of how our Father in Heaven sees us as His creation. He loves us.

This advent season is the perfect time to surrender all things to Jesus, and let Him give you new life in return.

Joy (Solid Rock: week 3)

True joy is experienced when we fully depend on God. Being fully dependent is a mindset with practical action. The Apostle Paul’s words in 2 Corinthians 9:6-9 reinforces that generosity is the expression of our dependence, gratitude, and willful desire to trust God in all things. Out of this mindset and action, we honor God and experience His joy. A cheerful giver is loved by God and blessed abundantly.

Joy Filled Life (Defiant Joy: week 2)

Because of His love for us, we can receive a power that is not our own; it is a power from the Holy Spirit that stands up in the face of a world that can and will beat us down. It is a power that brings joy regardless of circumstance, joy in the face of the lies of the world, and a defiant joy that is an inheritance for all those who call upon the name of Jesus, submit to Him as Lord, and receive Him as Savior.

Joyful Inheritance (Defiant Joy: week 1)

Because of His love for us, we can receive a power that is not our own; it is a power from the Holy Spirit that stands up in the face of a world that can and will beat us down. It is a power that brings joy regardless of circumstance, joy in the face of the lies of the world, and a defiant joy that is an inheritance for all those who call upon the name of Jesus, submit to Him as Lord, and receive Him as Savior.

Wisdom For Knowledge (Daniel Generation: week 2)

We process more information in one day than those over 5 decades ago processed in a whole year. While we live in a world with access to unlimited knowledge in our pockets or purses, our culture lacks the wisdom to process this information.

Daniel and his three Hebrew colleagues were educated and trained in the culture of Babylon. They had something that made them stand out in this culture who was resisting God—wisdom.

A Daniel Generation seeks God’s wisdom for the knowledge they’ve acquired. Scripture informs us
that wisdom comes only from God so when we need wisdom, we can seek Him for the wisdom we need. The Daniel Generation shines brighter because their wisdom stands out.