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Connected

About this series

This Advent season in our series Connected, we’re stepping into the opening lines of Luke’s gospel—where the story of Jesus begins with people who feel distant, discouraged, and disconnected. But into all that uncertainty comes a surprising word: God is closer than we think. We’ll look at what it means to be reconnected to Him and how that changes the way we show up with the people in our lives.

About this message

Most of us live with an inner voice that’s quick to criticize—reminding us of failures, regrets, or the places where life didn’t turn out the way we hoped. Over time, those voices shape how we see ourselves and even how we approach God.

In this message, we continue in the opening chapter of Luke and the story of Elizabeth, a faithful woman carrying years of disappointment and quiet disgrace. Her story reveals how shame takes hold—not always because of what we’ve done, but sometimes because of what hasn’t happened—and how God meets people right there.

As we reflect on the birth of Jesus, we’re reminded that Christmas is not about perfection or having it all together. It’s about a God who enters human weakness, lifts shame, and restores dignity. Through Jesus, disgrace does not get the final word—grace does.

Messages from This Series

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It Never Fails

Week 5 - December 28, 2025

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Removing Disgrace

Week 4 - December 21, 2025

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How Doubt Can Lead To Faith

Week 3 - December 14, 2025

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Turn Your Heart

Week 2 - December 7, 2025

Connected

What Are You Passing On?

Week 1 - November 30, 2025

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Getting Even Better

Week 5 - February 23, 2025

Change of Heart

When Willpower Is Not Enough

Week 3 - February 9, 2025

Upside Down: The Secret to a Good Life

Mercy Rule

Week 5 - October 27, 2024

Live It Out

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Week 10 - August 18, 2024

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The Generosity Paradox

Week 5 - July 14, 2024

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March 31, 2024

Jesus Gets It

When You've Messed Up Your Life

Week 6 - March 24, 2024

Break Through

Why Good Intentions Are Not Enough

Week 5 - February 4, 2024

Break Through

Even Better Than Happiness

Week 4 - January 28, 2024

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A New You

Week 3 - January 21, 2024

Break Through

God Breaks Down Barriers

Week 2 - January 14, 2024

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September 3, 2023

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July 30, 2023

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