The Paradox
The Pedigree
In his sermon on Matthew 1:1–17, Stephen Davey explains that Jesus’ genealogy validates His rightful claim as Messiah, demonstrates God’s meticulous providence, and powerfully illustrates divine grace. Matthew traces Jesus’ legal line through David and Abraham, proving He is the legitimate heir to Israel’s throne while revealing how God preserved this record even after all other Jewish genealogies were destroyed. Davey highlights God’s wisdom in the virgin birth, which bypassed the curse on Jeconiah while granting Jesus both royal blood through Mary and legal authority through Joseph. Most strikingly, the genealogy includes immoral kings and scandal-marked Gentile women like Tamar, Rahab, Ruth, and Bathsheba, showing that Jesus came not to honor His ancestors but to redeem them. Davey concludes that Christ’s family tree proclaims grace—inviting sinners of every past into God’s eternal family through faith.
The Prophecy
In his sermon on Isaiah 9:6, An Indescribable Gift – Part 1, Stephen Davey explains that Jesus is the Father’s indescribable gift—impossible to fully measure, define, or comprehend. Isaiah attempts to describe the Messiah with five titles: Wonderful, revealing His incomparable nature; Counselor, showing His perfect wisdom; Mighty God, affirming His full deity; Everlasting Father, meaning the Ruler and Originator of eternity; and Prince of Peace, pointing to His future reign of global peace. Davey highlights that this divine child will shoulder the government like a loving bridegroom carrying responsibility for his bride, providing care, protection, and authority. He concludes that while Christ cannot be fully described, believers can fully surrender to Him, placing their lives on His strong, sovereign shoulders.
At the Speed of Angels
In his sermon on Luke 1:26–38 and 2:8–14, Stephen Davey explains how the angel Gabriel delivers three gospel announcements—first to Zacharias, then to Mary, and finally to the shepherds—each revealing a new stage in God’s redemptive plan. Gabriel announces God’s unmerited grace to Mary, declaring that she will miraculously conceive the Messiah by the Holy Spirit, and Mary responds with surrender despite the social cost she will bear. Davey contrasts Mary’s believing question with Zacharias’s unbelieving one, showing that God welcomes honest inquiry but disciplines stubborn doubt. He then highlights Gabriel’s proclamation to the marginalized shepherds that a Savior, Messiah, and Lord—God Himself—has been born for them, signaling that the gospel is for the outcast and unclean. Davey concludes that while angelic “messengers” announced Christ’s birth, God has now entrusted believers to carry that good news to the world.
Declaring the Break of Dawn
In his sermon on Luke 1:5–25, Stephen Davey explains how the angel Gabriel appears to the elderly priest Zacharias to announce the dawning of God’s long-awaited redemptive plan. Gabriel declares that Zacharias and Elizabeth—faithful yet barren—will miraculously have a son, John, who will prepare Israel for the coming Messiah. Though surrounded by the splendor of the temple and confronted by a radiant angel, Zacharias doubts the message and is rendered unable to speak until the prophecy is fulfilled. Davey highlights how Gabriel frames his announcement as “good news,” marking the first gospel proclamation of the Christmas story. The scene reveals God’s faithfulness, the danger of unbelief, and the call for believers to share the good news that Christ has come and will come again.
Four Rights that Jesus Gave Up
Join us for this very special Christmas-themed message from Pastor Stephen Davey!
The Meaning of Life
In his sermon on Ecclesiastes 12:9–14, Stephen Davey explains Solomon’s closing message: true wisdom comes from God’s Word, and the meaning of life is found in worshiping and obeying Him. Solomon reflects on how he carefully collected and arranged proverbs to teach truth, describing Scripture as a “goad” that prods us forward and “nails” that anchor us. He reminds his son that these words come from the one true Shepherd and warns him to be discerning with all other sources of information. Solomon then summarizes life in two commands—fear God and keep His commandments—because every deed will be brought into judgment. Davey concludes that a meaningful life is one that remembers the Creator, walks with Him in reverence, and lives each day in preparation for standing before Him.
Before The Final Awakening
In his sermon on Ecclesiastes 12:1–8, Stephen Davey explains Solomon’s urgent call to “remember your Creator” while young, because ignoring God early in life leads to confusion in youth, misery in old age, and regret at death. Solomon describes aging with vivid imagery—failing eyesight, shaking hands, trembling legs, sleepless nights, fading voices, and diminishing desire—reminding listeners that physical strength inevitably declines. Davey emphasizes that these poetic pictures are not meant to discourage but to motivate believers to build a foundation of trust and obedience long before the hardships of aging arrive. Solomon then depicts death as sudden and certain, when the body returns to dust and the spirit returns to God for judgment. Davey concludes that life is fleeting, but remembering your Creator—walking with Him now—prepares you for every season of life and for the final awakening after death.
How to Maximize Your Life
In his sermon on Ecclesiastes 11:9–10, Stephen Davey explains Solomon’s fatherly counsel urging young people to enjoy their youth while remembering that all of life is lived before God. Solomon encourages the young to pursue God-honoring interests boldly, but with the awareness that freedom comes with accountability and that every choice matters. He warns against allowing anger, resentment, or rebellion to take root, since life’s disappointments can easily create a hardened spirit. Solomon also cautions young people to flee immoral behavior, reminding them that sin—especially sexual sin—always brings painful consequences despite a culture that pretends otherwise. Davey concludes that youth is a fleeting gift to be enjoyed, invested, and guarded according to God’s design.
Living with the Unexplainable and Unexpected
In his sermon on Ecclesiastes 11:1–8, Stephen Davey explains Solomon’s call to live wisely amid life’s unpredictable events and God’s unexplainable works. Solomon reminds believers that because they “do not know” what tomorrow holds, they should take wise risks—invest, work, and obey God rather than waiting for perfect conditions. At the same time, God’s hidden work in creation and daily life should not rob them of joy but inspire trust, since much of life remains a mystery from the womb onward. Davey urges listeners to enjoy the daily “sweetness” of life, seize present opportunities, and serve faithfully even when results are unseen. Believers honor God by acting with courage, living with joy, and making the most of each day He gives.
How to Ruin Your World, Your Life & Everything Else
In his sermon on Ecclesiastes 10:16–20, Stephen Davey explains Solomon’s warning that certain attitudes can quickly ruin a nation—or a believer’s personal life. Solomon describes pampered, self-indulgent leaders, negligent people who avoid responsibility, and those who treat money as life’s ultimate answer. He also warns that foolish, careless speech—spoken publicly or privately—can eventually be exposed, like a “little bird” carrying it to others. Davey notes that these patterns reflect spiritual immaturity and open the gates to ruin. True wisdom begins by rejecting selfishness, neglect, materialism, and reckless words, and instead choosing disciplined obedience to God.