Hosea's story reflects the persistent nature of God's love even in the midst of Israel's sin and rebellion. We see that even in devastation, there are opportunities for renewal. God uses discipline, not as a final punishment, but as a path to genuine repentance, leading us back to Him. Through Hosea, God reveals a love that transforms pain into hope.
Libin explores the message of the prophet Hosea. This prophet was instructed by God to marry an unfaithful woman, symbolizing God's relationship with his unfaithful people. Despite the people's unfaithfulness, God continues to pursue his 'bride' with infinite love and grace.
A message on faith and trust in God, encouraging believers to not just be mere observers, but to actively engage in God's mission and purpose in the world. Additionally, teachings on discipleship in the context of the church, the importance of trust, and the mission of spreading the Gospel are highlighted.
A spiritual reflection on the Christian journey, highlighting the difference between living in the flesh and the Spirit. Steve shares personal and family experiences to illustrate how the Christian life must go beyond the mere fulfillment of rights or the gestation of sins, emphasizing the importance of a complete spiritual transformation through active dependence on the Holy Spirit.
In this sermon, Libin focuses on the need for a transformation-driven culture of discipleship in the church community. He emphasizes that discipleship is about being transformed into the likeness of Jesus, forming relationships, and reordering life priorities rather than merely accumulating theological knowledge. Discipleship is for every Christian and requires intentional discovery of who Jesus is and understanding one's identity in Christ. He encourages believers to pursue intimacy with Jesus actively, depend on the Holy Spirit, and discover their true selves as defined by God, not the world.
In this sermon, Libin emphasizes the importance of being intentionally formed by Jesus through a journey of discipleship rather than passively allowing the world to shape us.
It’s the Spirit of God in us that keeps us on mission in God’s timing, on God’s plan, for God’s purposes.
Libin discusses the concept of surprises, sharing personal anecdotes and connecting them to the Christmas story.
Libin discusses the historical significance of the Apollo 11 moon landing and compares and contrasts it with the birth of Jesus.
Libin offers a fresh perspective on the birth of Jesus, challenging common assumptions about the nativity story and highlighting the significance of Jesus being born in a family home rather than a barn or stable.