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The Gritty Love of Christmas: Why Sacrifice is Required for the Miraculous

Welcome to the Second Sunday of Advent. In this message, Pastor Nathan dives deep into the emotional reality of betrayal and how to navigate it when it hits you like a "punch to the gut"—even when you feel betrayed by God or disappointed by God's plan. Using the story of Joseph and Mary from Matthew 1, we explore Joseph's quiet heartbreak and the monumental decision he faced. His choice models three essential truths for our walk with Jesus: Love Requires Sacrifice and Surrender: The difficult choices that truly test our faith and values. Good Love Listens to God: Choosing God's direction over popular opinion or convenience, even when it costs you. Making Room for the Miraculous: Embracing "gritty love" and enduring misunderstanding to follow God's call. Challenge Question: When God's call doesn't match your expectations, pause and ask yourself: "What is God inviting me into?"