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This Sunday, we are beginning our four-week Advent series. The Latin root word adventus means “coming,” and in the life of the church, Advent has been a time of expectation and preparation for Christmas and the celebration of the coming of our Savior. This year, we are going to study the signs and symbols—earthly pictures that Jesus used to describe His work, ministry, and sacrificial death.

This week, we will look at Jesus’ description of His work as a servant. When James and John request a place of honor in Jesus’ coming kingdom, Jesus warns them about the reality of suffering preceding glory and encourages them to consider whether they are ready to pay the cost. When the other disciples hear about the conversation, they become frustrated with James and John’s ambition, so Jesus gathers everyone together to explain how greatness works in His kingdom. Instead of using positions of power as a club, the way the world does, Christians are called to serve in order to rise in the ranks. Indeed, if our Savior came not to be served but to serve, who are we if we do not do likewise?

Speaker: Dalton Kaiser

November 30, 2025

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