Author: Matthew Ruttan
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Long-looked for is come at last: A closer look at the Messiah’s birth in Luke 2:1-20
This podcast (and blog) is a re-post from 2021 and 2022. It’s an in-depth look at the Messiah’s birth in Luke 2:1-20.
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![Mary’s Yes: What she teaches us about faith when the future is uncertain [Sermon]](https://matthewruttan.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/dec-17.png?w=1024)
Mary’s Yes: What she teaches us about faith when the future is uncertain [Sermon]
Mary is a model of humility, faith and virtue. She was also courageous. What can she teach us about faith today, especially when the future is uncertain? This sermon (also released as a podcast) answers the question by unpacking Luke 1:26-56.
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Where Did Santa Come From? Or, The Mysterious Origins of Saint Nicholas
Where did Santa come from? Has he always been associated with Christmas? Is it true that he is based on a man named Saint Nicholas? In this post and podcast I explore these questions and more. Enjoy!
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![It’s (b)right around the corner [Sermon]](https://matthewruttan.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/dec-10.png?w=1024)
It’s (b)right around the corner [Sermon]
Despair. It’s everywhere. But Jesus’ people have many reasons to hope! He is coming back. And since we know what will happen eventually, this influences how we live presently. This sermon is on 2 Thessalonians 3:1-18.
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![It’s getting harder to know what’s real [Sermon]](https://matthewruttan.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/dec-3.png?w=1024)
It’s getting harder to know what’s real [Sermon]
Deep fake videos, scammers and A.I. It’s getting hard to know what’s real. The Thessalonians had been duped concerning Jesus’ return. Paul sets the record straight, and also gives us wisdom to ponder for navigating life today. This sermon is on 2 Thessalonians 2:1-17.
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![Encased in Grace (The Art of Noticing) [Sermon]](https://matthewruttan.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/nov-9.png?w=1024)
Encased in Grace (The Art of Noticing) [Sermon]
Have you ever noticed how some people see the same things but see different things? It’s a matter of perception. Sometimes you just have to look closer. Sometimes you just have to look differently. We are encased in grace. But do you notice? This is a sermon on 2 Thessalonians 1:1-12.
