Glory to God, Peace to Men // Luke 2:1-14 // Advent

Bethel Topeka

In his sermon, Pastor Evan emphasizes the core themes of Advent—hope, peace, love, and joy—while challenging the congregation to reconsider their understanding of Jesus. He warns against the dangers of misleading teachings often prevalent in the American church, suggesting that the greatest threat is not external forces but the way Jesus is misrepresented from the pulpit. Many believers, he argues, encounter a "made-up Jesus," leading them to approach their faith with boredom and superficial expectations aimed at personal comfort and prosperity rather than a deep, transformative relationship with the true Christ.The sermon delves into Luke 2:1-14, spotlighting the significant historical context of Jesus’ birth as a profound event meant to bring peace to humanity. Evan articulates that real peace comes only through a genuine relationship with Christ, who is both Savior and Lord. He underscores the necessity of aligning one's understanding of Jesus with Scripture in order to experience genuine peace in life. Towards the conclusion, he calls the congregation to seek the true face of Jesus, reminding them that Christ alone provides lasting peace, joy, and the ultimate fulfillment of God’s glory.