​The message of comfort and joy is sent to the people of God who find themselves in discomfort.  

Christ has come to bear your pain and your curse; to bring you hope and peace….You will be drawn into God’s presence forever and ever because of Christ.

Where is your boast?

God stands in the church's doors and says to the church, reform your ways and your actions so that you may dwell in the presence of God.

God is no fair weather fan.  God shows up when the chips are down.