The “I Had Given Up on That” Encounter Scripture: Luke 1:5-25 Zechariah encounters the angel Gabriel and is given the promise that his aged wife Elizabeth will not only have their first child but he will be the forerunner to the Messiah. Can we trust God's timing and delight in his kindness to us?
Date: Nov. 27, 2005 Speaker: Scott Jones Core Competency: Hope
The “How is This Possible?” Encounter Scripture: Luke 1:26-38 Despite the news delivered at Mary's encounter, how this young teen accepts this news is a lesson to us all. Could we respond like her? "I am the Lord's servant. May it be to me as you have said."
Date: Dec. 4, 2005 Speaker: Scott Jones Core Competency: Peace
The “You Want Me to do What?” Encounter Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25 Joseph's encounter left him with the news that his fiancee was pregnant. This would be long road filled with skepticism, cynicism and ridicule from family and friends. In between the lines is a life of quiet trust in God and loving devotion to Mary.
Date: Dec. 11, 2005 Speaker: Scott Jones Core Competency: Love
The “You’re not Going to Believe This!” Encounter Scripture: Luke 2:1-20 Christ is born! The news itself prompted the only imaginable response. The shepherds spontaneously departed for Bethlehem, spread the news of what they had seen and glorified God for his gift of a Savior. Our call is the same.
Date: Dec. 18, 2005 Speaker: Scott Jones Core Competency: Joy
The Royal Encounter Scripture: Christmas Eve Bring the entire family for a candlelight Christmas Eve service featuring a choir and orchestra with traditional and contemporary songs of the season. Come and experience “The Royal Encounter.”
