Whether we believe in Jesus or not, almost everyone we know celebrates Christmas. But why do we celebrate? What’s it about? This year we’re going to take a more theological dive into what Christmas is about and why we need it. We’ll look at some of the big questions – Why do we even need Christmas? What’s the point? Why the incarnation? Why a virgin birth? And how does this lead us to celebration and worship?
Why Christmas?
Sermons in this series
Why Jesus?
December 24, 2023Pastor:Joey Woestman
Sermon Notes
Why the name “Jesus?” What does it mean to us and how does knowing it make us respond differently to our savior on Christmas? By listening or watching, we love that you’ve joined us in celebration and worship during our Christmas Eve service!
Why Celebrate?
December 24, 2024Pastor:Jeff Schultz
Sermon Notes
This time of year we hear all kinds of messages telling us to “get in the holiday spirit” and enjoy “the hap-happiest time of the year.” Christmas comes with all kinds of hopes, desires, and expectations. Does it ever seem forced – maybe even overwhelming – with the cold weather, long nights, and everything we’re supposed to do and feel? Join us as we answer “Why Celebrate?” from Luke 2:1-14.
Why the Virgin Birth?
December 17, 2023Pastor:Joey Woestman
Sermon Notes
It’s almost Christmas! And this week, we’re tackling our third big question of our “Why Christmas?” series, “Why the Virgin Birth?” There’s been a lot of confusion around this teaching over the centuries, so this week, we’re going to go back to the basics. Does it matter that Jesus was born supernaturally, without a father involved? How does this teaching relate to our salvation? And does it matter that the rest of the New Testament doesn’t really mention it? We’ll dig into all of that and more this weekend when we study Matthew 1:18-25 together!
Why the Incarnation?
December 10, 2023Pastor:Joey Woestman
Sermon Notes
“Emmanuel,” one of the names given to Jesus, means “God with us.” But what does it mean for God to be with us, and for him to be with us in the person of Jesus? That’s the teaching called the “Incarnation,” and it is foundational to everything we believe about Christmas. But did Christmas have to happen this way? Join us for “Why the Incarnation?” from Luke 1:26-35!
Why do we need a savior?
December 3, 2023Pastor:Nathan Kingsley
Sermon Notes
As the calendar turns to December and our hearts turn toward Christmas, we are diving into our advent series “Why Christmas?” to take a theological look at our deep need for a savior and the gift of grace that is Jesus Christ, the Son of God. The first question we’ll be taking a look at is “Why do we need a savior?” Join us as we study Luke 1:5-17 and unpack the story of creation and the hope that exists in Jesus despite our broken situation.