Resurrection UMC Hastings

Seniors with Excuses

Bet no one believes a woman can conceive and birth a child when they’re over 65. Guess what? Age is no barrier to being used by God.

Imperfect Parents

What kind of parents would leave their child behind in a big city, and then–finding them days later–lay blame with the kid?

Covenant Prayer Service

It’s the first day of a brand new year, so what better time to re-commit ourselves to God than by way of a personal promise.

Big Baby Jesus

He may have been born cute and cuddly–and possibly even big at 8lb 6oz, 21 inches (guesstimate)–but Christmas really only matters because of Easter.

Animal Lover Jesus

Are animals part of the Christmas story, like: the shepherd’s sheep, Mary riding on a donkey, critters in the manger, Rudolph and his reindeer buddies, etc., or do they play another role?

Accessory to Murder Jesus

Did Jesus contribute to the slaughter of innocent children in Bethlehem by King Herod because of his birth?

Trivia AnswerJesus

This message from our Advent series "Which Jesus?" imitates the Jeopardy game show, where Jesus is the question to which the biblical prophecies are the answer.

White Elephant Jesus

Christmas is about Jesus. But which Jesus are we talking about? Our Advent message series "Which Jesus?" focuses on this, starting with Jesus as a priceless holy gift—like a white elephant—but he is neither a burden/punishment nor a joke.

Before Winter: How?

God stands by our side, gives us strength, and rescues us from difficulties. Are we aware? Are we thankful?

Before Winter: What?

Besides a snow shovel and warm clothes, what do we need physically—and what do we need spiritually—to be prepared for winter?