Kingdom Impressions | Melvin Manickavasagam

Scripture Reference: Daniel 7:1-14
Christians may not be those who are uninformed about the story of Christmas but may over time become unimpressed by its significance. For those who have heard the story of Jesus’ advent, perhaps we also need to see it for what it truly is. Strange as it might seem, Daniel’s apocalyptic vision is not a bad place to do just that.

Sermon Points:

  • The “Beastly” Rule of Earthly Kingdoms (vv. 1-8)
  • The HeavenlyRule of God’s Kingdom (vv. 9-10)
  • The Warrior-King of God’s Kingdom (vv. 11-14)

Ecclesiastes: 12.17.23 | Les Newsom

At first glance, Ecclesiastes appears to be in our Bibles only to turn its readers into cynics, skeptics, depressed individuals or perhaps some mix of all three). Can there be wisdom—and perhaps even joy—to be found in this odd (and oddly named) Old Testament book?

Taught by Brian Sorgenfrei & Les Newsom. Meets in the CPC sanctuary every Sunday at 9:45am.

The Hero & Peter | Les Newsom

Scripture Reference: Matthew 16:13-23

How is it possible that Peter can be so “right” in his confession about Jesus’ true identity as Messiah and so wrong about Jesus’ mission. The answer to that question uncovers something profound about the new identity that being a Christian brings, with Peter as the prime example.

Sermon Points:

  • Peter’s Confession
  • Peter’s Affirmation
  • Peter’s Failure

Ecclesiastes: 12.10.23 | Les Newsom

At first glance, Ecclesiastes appears to be in our Bibles only to turn its readers into cynics, skeptics, depressed individuals or perhaps some mix of all three). Can there be wisdom—and perhaps even joy—to be found in this odd (and oddly named) Old Testament book?

Taught by Brian Sorgenfrei & Les Newsom. Meets in the CPC sanctuary every Sunday at 9:45am.