We'll begin the New Year with a short sermon series on the subject of death. This isn't your typical optimistic New Year's theme, but the truth is, the reality of death gives us perspective on life. And God's word has a ton to say about this! My hope for you is that we will enter this new year prepared to die and, therefore, prepared to live.
Christmas is a joyful time for giving and receiving gifts. Yet the joy we are referring to here is based on the foundation on which we live our lives. It is a joy that is not rooted in simply receiving gifts or experiencing positive circumstances. This joy is based on our faith in Jesus Christ. A gift that provides this kind of joy is the gift of God's forgiveness. Today, we'll examine our need for forgiveness, the cost of forgiveness, and God's offer of forgiveness through Jesus Christ.
