 5....4....3....2....1.... wait a minute!
We are about to start on a journey together through the book of Matthew. Our eyes and our hearts will be focused on Jesus. We will listen to his teachings, observe the miracles God works through him, watch with agony as Jesus is rejected by his people and crucified. His death isn't the end of the story, but I continue to get ahead of myself!!!
Before we blastoff on this Jesus journey, we need to engage in some 'preparation.' "Prepare ye the way of the Lord!" John was a prophetic kind of man who came on the scene before Jesus began his ministry. He was a relative of Jesus who spoke with boldness a fiery message up and down the Jordan River from the Dead Sea to the Sea of Galilee.
The passage for Sunday's message comes from Matthew 3:1-12. As we prepare for 'Jesus coming' by learning more about John, check out Mark 1:1-8, Luke 3:1-19, and John 1:1-34. Every Gospel 'prepares' for Jesus coming by talking about this man named John the Baptizer. And each Gospel mentions John's mission and message as being a fulfillment of Isaiah 40. (Read that as well for additional preparation!)
What was John's core message? (Something about repentance, baptism, and a 'Kingdom.') And how does this prepare the way for Jesus? Can't wait for Sunday.
If you wanna dig deep, google recent news about '12th Qumran Cave found', or 'essene commuity' and see what you find out. Its possible that John was a part of this desert community before heading on his baptism tour.
See you Sunday!
Pastor Mark
Check out this entry in Mark's weekly blog on the Crestview website, here!
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WINTER SESSION: January 30 through week of March 13
· Mondays: 6 pm Mountain Time
· Tuesdays: 1 pm MT
· Wednesdays: 11 MT
· Wednesdays: 6 pm MT
A Thrivent Financial Event, Tuesday, February 21
At Thrivent Financial, our purpose is to strengthen Christian communities by helping people be wise with money and inspiring them to live generously. We hope you’ll join us for this informative event!
Space is limited, so click the button below or contact Cathy Scheitlin at 303-673-0444, ext. 5 and specify which event you would like to attend.
| Dates, Times & Locations |
Tuesday, February 21st, 2017
Thrivent Financial Regional Investment Consultant, Randy Razidlo, CFP |
| 12:00 p.m. - Lunch will be provided |
Courtyard Boulder Louisville
948 W Dillon Rd
Louisville
CO 80027 |
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Tuesday, February 21st, 2017
Thrivent Financial Regional Investment Consultant, Randy Razidlo, CFP |
| 7:00 p.m. - Dessert & coffee will be provided |
Courtyard Boulder Louisville
948 W Dillon Rd
Louisville
CO 80027 |
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Message Schedule for Winter, 2017
2/12 Preparing the Way: John the Baptist 749, Mt 3:1-12
2/19 Preparing the Way: The Baptism & Temptation of Jesus 750, Mt 3:13-17 - 4:11
2/26 And so it begins... 751, Mt 4:12-25
Download Schedule for Winter, 2017
How to Read the Bible for All its Worth!
2/12 Literary Pastor Mark
2/19 Historical Pastor Mark
2/26 Theological Pastor Mark
Read more about Crestview's Sunday morning program on the Crestview website Sunday Morning page.
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For the Month of February Teen Loft meets in the Gathering Room
Teen Loft is meeting in the gathering room for the entire month.
Read more about the Crestview Children and Young Adult ministries and about the Director, Jackie Lamaire on the Crestview website.
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Save The Date
January 30 - March 13 Q Place Seeker Group On-line Winter Session
Wed, 2/15 Leukemia and Lymphoma Fund Raiser 5-7 pm Front Range Brewery
Tues, 2/21 Thrivent Financial Event, 12 pm and 7 pm, reservations required
Crestview happenings can be viewed on the Crestview website Calendar page.
Crestview events details can be viewed on the Crestview website Events page.
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We are a community of faith glorifying God, becoming like Christ, and building God's Kingdom. Because of God’s incredible love for us, we love one another deeply and share the hope we have in Jesus. By the Power of the Holy Spirit, we do this through: * Life-giving worship * Teaching God’s Word * Caring for one another * Serving our neighbors * Engaging our community * Sharing our resources.
To read more about the Christian Reformed Church and what we believe, please visit the Crestview website "What is Christian Reformed?" page.
Visit the Crestview website "Our Mission" page to read Crestview's mission statement in more detail.
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We look forward to worshiping with you on Sunday!
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Crestview Church
3665 Madison Avenue
Boulder, CO 80303
(303) 444-5780
Sunday Service at 9:30 a.m.
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