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A Family for Christmas (Christmas Eve Sermon)
Every year around Christmas time people all over the world set up nativity scenes – and there’s a huge variety. There are old-timey ones that have great detail and classic poses, modern, new ones that are more simple, even impressionistic, and there are the weird and silly ones. We have a Little People set…
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Jesus of the Advent Candles
Over the past while our church has been going through a study of the Heidelberg Catechism, a 400-year-old summary of the basic doctrines of the Christian faith. When we paused for Christmas a couple weeks ago we were only on Day 8, but we’ve already covered a LOT of material. We covered the bad…
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Advent Devo: Jesus The King (by Steve) (Carnivore Theology: Ep. 105)
This week Steve shares some scripture and devotional thoughts about Jesus as the Coming King. Advent is a special time of year when Christians remember the incarnation of the Son of God at Christmas and prepare our hearts for the time when Jesus will come again. As we’ve done each year, Carnivore Theology is…
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Advent Sermon: Jesus as Tabernacle (by Pastor Al) (Carnivore Theology: Ep. 104)
Advent is a special time of year when Christians remember the incarnation of the Son of God at Christmas and prepare our hearts for the time when Jesus will come again. As we’ve done each year, Carnivore Theology is taking a break from our usual schedule of hot topics and interviews to share some…
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God’s Plan of Salvation Shakes Our World
*Sorry, no audio this week. People, as much as they are creatures of habit, are also addicted to novelty. I think it’s part of the coming of sin in the world that humans not only hate change but we get bored if things stay the same for too long. Have you noticed this? We…
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How to Find Hope When Hopelessness Strikes
Audio: Text: Malachi is the last book in the Old Testament and shines like a beacon in a dark place. And those who first heard it really needed a beacon because even though things weren’t at their darkest, it still wasn’t a great time in the life of Israel. Malachi was a prophet that…
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Joy: An Advent Reflection from Al (Carnivore Theology: Ep. 84)
Al reminds us that life sucks and gives some depressing reflections on Advent joy. Podcast Audio:
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If Jesus is My Saviour, Why Don’t I Feel Saved?
Sermon Audio: Sermon Text: Tigger & Eeyore Have you ever met a super-happy person? One of those folks that just seems to have a good attitude all the time, glowing about life, full of energy, optimistic about the future? I’ve met a couple of them, though not many. They’re awesome to be around because…
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Love: An Advent Reflection from Chad (Carnivore Theology: Ep. 83)
Chad gives us some Advent reflections the love of Jesus Christ. Podcast Audio:
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Hope: A Christmas Reflection from Steve (Carnivore Theology: Ep. 82)
Steve gives us some reflections on Advent hope. Podcast Audio:
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A Christmas Perspective on “The Worst Year Ever”
Sermon Audio: Sermon Text: Maybe I spend too much time on the internet, but there seems to be a fair consensus that 2016 wasn’t anyone’s favourite year. Political insanity, environmental disasters, racial tension, war, famine, terrorism, genocide… plus Alan Rickman and Gordie Howe died… argh. It was kind of a lousy year. I’ve personally…
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A Carnivore Christmas Devo with Steve (Carnivore Theology: Ep. 58)
We’re continuing our annual advent tradition by taking some time to give some personal, devotional reflections on the season. Steve, Chad and I thank you for listening this year and hope you have a Blessed Advent and a Merry Christmas. Podcast Audio: How Can You Help Carnivore Theology? 1. Ask us a question in…
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Mary’s Song & Troubled Times (Advent 2015)
Just this week we celebrated the birthday of someone that has touched all our lives – though most of us have never heard of him. On December 11th, 1792, Joseph Mohr was born in Salsburg, Austria. His childhood was one that was filled with strife and shame. He was his mother’s third illegitimate child.…
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A Carnivore Christmas Devo with Pastor Al (Carnivore Theology Ep. 57)
We’re continuing our annual advent tradition by taking some time to give some personal, devotional reflections on the season. Steve, Chad and I thank you for listening this year and hope you have a Blessed Advent and a Merry Christmas. Podcast Audio: How Can You Help Carnivore Theology? 1. Ask us a question in…
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Zechariah & Being Filled With The Holy Spirit
In the days of Herod, king of Judea, there was a priest named Zechariah, of the division of Abijah. And he had a wife from the daughters of Aaron, and her name was Elizabeth. And they were both righteous before God, walking blamelessly in all the commandments and statutes of the Lord. But they…
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Simeon & Waiting (Advent 2015)
Welcome to the Season of Advent. Over the past years I’ve really appreciated the this season-before-the-season because I think it’s a wonderful tool and jumping off point for what Christmas is all about. I appreciate the Advent wreath that has one candle lit each week – and having to wait seven days to see…
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A Carnivore Christmas with Pastor Chad (Carnivore Theology Ep. 56)
We’re continuing our annual advent tradition by taking some time to give some personal, devotional reflections on the season. Steve, Chad and I thank you for listening this year and hope you have a Blessed Advent and a Merry Christmas. Podcast Audio: How Can You Help Carnivore Theology? 1. Ask us a question in…
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Jesus of the Advent Candles
Podcast Audio: Over the past month many churches around the world have celebrated Advent using a special wreath of candles. It is a simple and beautiful way to remind us that the meaning of Christmas. Each week we light a different candle, read a special scripture, and are reminded of another meaning of what…
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Totally Depraved Shepherds (Why “God Helps Those Who Help Themselves” is WRONG WRONG WRONG!)
Podcast Audio: The Christmas story has been told so many times that, to some, it can lose its potency. We all think we know it so well… Mary, Joseph, Manger, Wise Men, Shepherds, Herod, etc., etc. I want to ask you to try to listen again for the first time and thentake a look…
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The Hope of Christmas with Steve (Carnivore Theology Special: Ep. 21)
The 20th episode of “Carnivore Theology”. Christmas Mystery During the Christmas season the CT guys are taking a little time to share some special Christmas memories and devotionals in these 5 minute episodes. This week Steve shares the hope we find at Christmastime. Podcast Audio: Click here to download the episode MP3. As Always, We Want Your Feedback Please give it…
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An imPerfect Christmas
Podcast Audio: Christmas is a big deal. So much so that many feel quite pressured to have a “perfect Christmas”? The tree decorated just right, the right food and desserts, the proper music playing in the background, the vacation plans laid out, the cards sent, matching bow and wrapping on the gifts, the best…
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The Mystery of Christmas with Pastor Al (Carnivore Theology Special: Ep. 20)
The 20th episode of “Carnivore Theology”. Christmas Mystery During the Christmas season the CT guys are taking a little time to share some special Christmas memories and devotionals in these 5 minute episodes. This week Pastor Al shares the mysteries we find at Christmastime. Podcast Audio: Click here to download the episode MP3. As Always, We Want Your Feedback Please give…
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The Joy of Christmas with Pastor Chad (Carnivore Theology Special: Ep. 19)
The 19th episode of “Carnivore Theology”. Christmas Joy During the Christmas season the CT guys are taking a little time to share some special Christmas memories and devotionals in these 5 minute episodes. This week Pastor Chad shares how he finds joy at Christmastime. Podcast Audio: Click here to download the episode MP3. As Always, We Want Your Feedback Please give…
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Getaway: Jesus Kidnaps His Disciples
Podcast Audio: We’re back into the Gospel of Mark. So far in Chapter 6 we’ve talked a lot about what happens to people who are faithful about sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ with others. First we saw Jesus rejected and almost stoned to death in his hometown. Then as Jesus sends out the twelve to…
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Advent Week 2 – Celebrating How Much God Loves You
Before you start, I encourage you to read the Christmas Story from Luke 2:1-20. A Special Time of Year Last week I invited you last week to take one of these books, called “The Purpose of Christmas” by Rick Warren. The reason that I did this was so that we could spend time together,…
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The Meaning of the Advent Wreath and Some Inspiration for the Christmas Season
The Advent Wreath Over the next month we will be been celebrating the season by using Advent candles to mark the weeks preceding Christmas. I’ve appreciated doing this over the past years because I believe they are a wonderful tool to remind us about what Christmas is all about. The Advent wreath is rich…
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Waiting & Preparing
I shared this devotional at a Christmas Eve Service last night: Over the past month both our churches have been celebrating the season of Christmas by using Advent candles. They are a wonderful tool to remind us that the story of Christmas doesn’t just surround the baby in the manger, but encompasses the whole…