How To Be At Peace With What God Does | Matthew 1:18-25 | Pastor Neil McClendon

Are you trying to get God to bless your plans, or are you joining where He is already at work? Discover how submitting to God's divine design brings lasting peace, even when He reshapes your life.In this Advent sermon on peace, Lead Pastor Neil McClendon preaches through Matthew 1:18–25, unpacking the miraculous birth of Jesus and the courageous responses of Mary and Joseph. Explore why life is designed to be an active response to God’s sovereign initiatives rather than a demands list for Him to fulfill. Examine the reality of the Immaculate Conception, learn how vertical righteousness with God must translate into horizontal righteousness toward others, and discover the power of glorifying God through quiet obedience and restraint.In this episode, we cover:Life as a Response to God: Shifting from living "life backwards" to aligning with where God is actively working.The Immaculate Conception & Gospel Conversion: Understanding how the Holy Spirit initiates salvation and spiritual rebirth without human manipulation.Vertical vs. Horizontal Righteousness: Why true justice in Joseph’s character meant protecting others rather than self-righteous judgment.Evaluating Dreams & Personal Revelations: Testing experiences against the primary authority of God's Word.Glorifying God by What You Don't Do: Learning from Joseph's restraint and self-denial for the sake of God's higher kingdom purpose.Be sure to follow us:InstagramFacebookYoutube