Change Jesus Makes, John 12.1-8

Worship and Dedication: Reflecting on Mary, Martha, and Lazarus

In the sermon titled “The Impact of Christ’s Influence, John 12.1-8,” Pastor Timothy R. Carter delves into the lives of Mary, Martha, and Lazarus, focusing on how their perceptions of Jesus evolve. The sermon begins by highlighting the value of selflessly serving others and the appropriate attitudes during such acts of service.

The narrative examines the intricate relationships between these biblical characters, particularly their personal growth following Lazarus’s miraculous return from the dead. This event catalyzes a change in their approach to honoring Jesus. Throughout the sermon, the significance of both serving others and engaging deeply with Scripture is underscored, even when faced with opposition. The message concludes with a compelling invitation to embrace worship openly and with all one’s heart.

Luke 1.26-56 Mary’s Song 

This enlightening Christmas sermon “Luke 1.26-56 Mary’s Song” shows Jesus is the true reason for the festive seasons. Pastor Timothy R. Carter discusses the holiday’s commercialization and highlights popular Christmas movies, emphasizing the importance of reflecting on their Christocentric themes. The sermon dives deep into the Christmas story, illustrating the miracles leading up to Jesus’ birth, including the divine pregnancies of Mary and Elizabeth. Pastor Carter portrays Mary’s faith, courage, and submission to God’s will, drawing parallels from various passages in the Old Testament. He concludes by encouraging devotion to Jesus, emphasizing the transformative power of Christ’s love. 

Mary’s Magnificat and its Old Testament Connections

This illustrates the coections between Mary’s Magnificat from Luke 1 and the Old Testament quotes and allusions to deepen the understanding of the New Testament’s roots in the Old Testament scriptures. Each verse from Mary’s Magnificat is analyzed and linked to its corresponding verse from the Old Testament. Join us as we dive into scriptural coections ranging from Haah’s prayer, Haah’s vow, promises to Abraham, various Psalms, and more.