1. We bring nothing with us that contributes to the preaching or the hearing of God’s promise to us.
  2. For Japan’s highly secularized elite, alienated by collapsing opportunity and the materialistic void left behind, Bach’s music was a balm.
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  4. 1517 would not exist without the leadership, friendship, and faithfulness of Pastor Ron Hodel.
  5. The Savior wasn’t always forthright with his intentions behind using and relaying certain parabolic narratives.
  6. Great things are contained in these seemingly unimportant words: "Behold, your king." Such boundless gifts are brought by this poor and despised king.
  7. All human wisdom, righteousness, and holiness are made futile in that which belongs to God’s kingdom.
  8. This is the patient love of God. He is stubborn about the salvation of sinners. He will not be rushed even if his name is mocked, and the trustworthiness of his promises are called into question.
  9. God saves us through people. He saves us through means. He puts a voice on the gospel.
  10. The shepherds are the most unlikely people to play the role the angels cast them in.
  11. The Advents of Christ (past, present, and future) elicit faith in the word of Christ, confirmed by his presence.
  12. Getting ready for Christ’s coming is a practice in humility.