Church of the Advent - Sermons

Knowledge of God Series: Colossians: Alive in Christ Preacher: Rev. Thomas Hinson Date: 30th April 2017 Passage: Colossians 1:9-14

Colossians | Colossians 1:1-8 Series: Colossians: Alive in Christ Preacher: Rev. Daniel Beilman Date: 23rd April 2017 Passage: Colossians 1:1-8 ------------------- Beginning our new series, Dan Beilman looks at Paul's letter to the church at Colossae, where the apostle cautions members of the church not to exchange the riches of the Gospel for the rags of other idols.

Easter Preacher: Rev. Thomas Hinson Date: 16th April 2017 Passage: Romans 8:18-28 ------------------- The reality of the Gospel means Christians can face tremendous suffering without losing hope, and tremendous blessing without losing touch.

Missionary Faithfulness Series: Advent Vision and Values 2017 Preacher: Rev. Thomas Hinson Date: 9th April 2017 Passage: 1 Peter 2:4-12 ------------------- As we conclude our series on Advent's vision and values, we examine what it means to have a faith that is communal, integrated and public -- that is not compartmentalized from the rest of our life, but living every part before the face of God.

Spiritual Formation Series: Advent Vision and Values 2017 Preacher: Rev. Thomas Hinson Date: 2nd April 2017 Passages: John 15:1-8 2 Peter 1:3-11 ------------------- Spiritual formation is the process through which we're inwardly transformed such that the characteristics of Jesus flow out of us -- converting faith into fruit.

Generous Hospitality Series: Advent Vision and Values 2017 Preacher: Rev. Thomas Hinson Date: 26th March 2017 Passage: Hebrews 13:1-6 ------------------- Generous hospitality means having a heart posture of love that community comes first, and having a mindset of grace -- all that I have is a gift, and that motivates me to give generously out of what I have.

Building Gospel-Centered Communities Series: Advent Vision and Values 2017 Preacher: Rev. Thomas Hinson Date: 19th March 2017 Passage: Acts 2:36-47 ------------------- The strength of any community depends on what that community is centered on. We look at how the church can live out the liberation of the Gospel, where we don't just repent of our obvious sins but experience a full-scale abandonment...

We Seek the Flourishing of Washington, DC Series: Advent Vision and Values 2017 Preacher: Rev. Thomas Hinson Date: 12th March 2017 Passage: Jeremiah 29:1-14 ------------------- Continuing our series on Advent's vision and values, we look at Jeremiah's account of the Israelites in exile and what it means as a church to seek the flourishing of the city to which we're called.

As A Church Series: Advent Vision and Values 2017 Preacher: Rev. Thomas Hinson Date: 5th March 2017 Passage: Ephesians 2:19-22 ------------------- Beginning a new series on Church of the Advent's vision and values, Pastor Tommy looks at what it means to be a church, and how we are built together on God's word with Christ as the cornerstone.

Ash Wednesday: Ashes and Truth Preacher: Rev. Thomas Hinson Date: 1st March 2017 ------------------- As the season of Lent begins, we see how the ashes placed on our foreheads tell the truth about who we are as sinners and the truth about God's faithfulness and love for us.

Spiritual Growth Series: He Prays For Us Preacher: Rev. Thomas Hinson Date: 19th February 2017 Passage: John 17:12-26 ------------------- In our last week studying Jesus' prayer to the Father on our behalf, we look at his prayer for our sanctification - that we may grow in our "set-apartness" as we align with God's unique and holy purpose.

Protection Series: He Prays For Us Preacher: Rev. Thomas Hinson Date: 5th February 2017 Passage: John 17:6-19 ------------------- Beginning a new series looking at what Jesus prays on our behalf to the Father, we see that Jesus prays for our protection in the world, and how we receive that protection.

What Were You Thinking? Series: The Boy King Preacher: Rev. Daniel Beilman Date: 29th January 2017 Passage: Luke 2:39-52 ------------------- Looking at the account of twelve-year old Jesus found in the Book of Luke, we see that Jesus was both fully God, and fully human, and he is the Wonderful Counselor who can sympathize with our weaknesses and frustrations -- not just in the big things.

Freedom and Sacrifice Series: The Boy King Preacher: Rev. Thomas Hinson Date: 22nd January 2017 Passage: Matthew 2:13-23 ------------------- To all of us who are desperate for God, and those determined to remain in control of our own lives, this invitation remains: to lay our crowns at the feet of the God who lay His crown down for us.

The Desire of Nations Series: The Boy King Preacher: Rev. Daniel Beilman Date: 15th January 2017 Passage: Luke 2:21-40 ------------------- Daniel Beilman examines Luke's account of the infant Jesus' presentation in the temple, and how He fulfilled Simeon's longing.

The Child Born King Series: The Boy King Preacher: Rev. Thomas Hinson Date: 8th January 2017 Passage: Matthew 2:1-3 ------------------- Rev. Hinson examines what the visit of the Magi to Jesus, as seen in Matthew 2, signifies for both seekers and Christians.

The Word Became Flesh Preacher: Bryan Wandel Date: 1st January 2017 Passage: John 1:1-18 ------------------- Examining one of the most philosophical passages in the Bible, which illustrates that the highest thing that you can say is love, and the highest thing you can love is God.

Engaging Homelessness Preacher: Allison McGill Date: 1st January 2017 ------------------- Allison McGill of Lazarus teaches practical tools that can be put into practice on a daily basis as we relate to the homeless around us with dignity and kinship, and gives us a long-term vision for how we can care for the homeless in our neighborhoods.

Christmas: The Day God's Grace Appeared Preacher: Rev. Josh Ruiter Date: 25th December 2016 Passage: Titus 2:11-14 ------------------- What is this gift of grace, and what are we to do with it?

The Hope of Immanuel Series: Certain Hope in Uncertain Times Preacher: Rev. Daniel Beilman Date: 18th December 2016 Passage: Isaiah 7:10-16 ------------------- This Advent season, we find hope in the presence of Immanuel - which means 'God with us.'

Coming Home Series: Certain Hope in Uncertain Times Preacher: Rev. Thomas Hinson Date: 11th December 2016 Passage: Isaiah 35:1-10 ------------------- The message of Christmas is the way to address the sense of homesickness and longing we feel for our true home.

The Banner of Hope Series: Certain Hope in Uncertain Times Preacher: Rev. Thomas Hinson Date: 4th December 2016 Passage: Isaiah 11:1-10 ------------------- In a time of deep cynicism and promises that are never fully realized, how can we focus on the real and lasting hope that comes from the promises of God?

Swords into Plowshares Series: Certain Hope in Uncertain Times Preacher: Bryan Wandel Date: 27th November 2016 Passage: Isaiah 2:1-5 ------------------- How can the Lord bring peace into our hearts, our families, and our communities in the midst of uncertain and anxious times?

The End of Days Series: Daniel and the Faithfulness of God Preacher: Rev. Daniel Beilman Date: 20th November 2016 Passage: Daniel 12:1-13 ------------------- What is God trying to teach us through Daniel's vision about the time of the end? To trust Him, and that He is in control - the King has appointed all things.

The Way Forward Series: Daniel and the Faithfulness of God Preacher: Rev. Thomas Hinson Date: 13th November 2016 Passage: Daniel 9:1-23 ------------------- Moving forward from a traumatizing election, what does it mean to be a Christian who has a faithful missionary presence in our culture? Scripture offers us the example of Daniel, who in turbulent times is thoughtfully biblical and prayerfully r...