Faith Baptist Church

"Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? We saw his star when it rose and have dome to worship him." Matthew 2:2 NIV

"But the angel said to them, 'Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord.'" Luke 2:10-11 NIV

Today we hear of God's perfect plan, providence, and time.

"And while they were there, the time came for her baby to be born." Luke 2:6 NLT

^{We find an example in Joseph's story - a man faithful to the law, who surrendered the plan he thought was right in his own eyes and chose to open the door to God's plan.}

^{(Updated 12/13 to include the Joseph story referenced)}

Our new series, Witness His Majesty, begins with today's message. 

"For nothing will be impossible with God." Luke 1:37 NRSV

"Always be joyful. Never stop praying. Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus." 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

"So be careful how you live. Don’t live like fools, but like those who are wise." Ephesians 5:15 NLT

"Above all, you must realize that no prophecy in Scripture ever came from the prophet’s own understanding, or from human initiative. No, those prophets were moved by the Holy Spirit, and they spoke from God."

2 Peter 1:20-21 NLT

"But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not carry out the desire of the flesh." Galatians 5:16 NASB

From Romans 8:1-17, we learn there is only one way to gain freedom from sin and its fatal consequences, and it is not by our own efforts.

"So now there is no condemnation for those who belong to Christ Jesus. And because you belong to him, the power of the life-giving Spirit has freed you from the power of sin that leads to death."

Romans 8:1-2 NLT