Sunday Sermon Keynotes Sunday, November 23, 2025

Reign of Christ in Darkness

Your Quick Spiritual Refresh for the Week Ahead

Main Theme

"Christ the King Sunday emphasizes serving as icons of God's love in a world of darkness and oppression."

Service Summary

Christ the King Sunday, established during times of darkness and oppression, reminds us to be agents of God's love by serving others as Christ did, even loving our enemies. Just as Zechariah sang of a mighty savior who would bring light to those in darkness, we are called to reflect God's tender compassion in a world plagued by darkness and the promise of false peace.

This Week's Actionable Tips

1. Take time this week to reflect on how you can be an icon of God's love in this world. Look for opportunities to serve others with compassion and kindness, just as Christ did.
2. Make a conscious effort to love and pray for those who may be difficult to love, including your enemies. Remember that showing love to all people, even those who may hate us, is a key aspect of living a Christlike life.
3. In moments of darkness or difficulty this week, remember the promise of the dawn from on high breaking upon us. Trust in God's tender compassion to guide your feet into the way of peace, even in challenging times.

Need a Simple Explanation?

This Sunday, we talked about how even when things seem difficult and dark, there is hope and light. We heard a story about a man named Zechariah who sang about a savior coming to bring peace and love to the world. Just like Zechariah's song, we are reminded that we are here to show love and kindness to everyone, even those who may not be kind to us. It's like being a reflection of God's love on Earth. So, even when times are tough, we can still choose to spread love and peace, just like Jesus did.

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Philip Yancey sums it up powerfully with Hebrews 12:15:
"See to it that no one misses out on God's grace."

May you go from here carrying God's grace wherever you tread—so that in every corner of your world, grace is seen, heard, and felt.

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