In this powerful Advent message, we explore the story of Joseph (of the Old Testament) and how his response to betrayal and suffering mirrors Christ's ultimate example. During this season of waiting and anticipation, Joseph's story teaches us valuable lessons about forgiveness, perspective, and trusting God's bigger plan.

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From Series: "Patience in the Promise"

This Advent season, join us for “Patience in the Promise,” a series that traces God’s faithfulness through four powerful stories of waiting and fulfillment. Beginning with Abraham and Sarah’s journey of trusting God’s seemingly impossible promise, we’ll move through Joseph’s testimony of God’s faithfulness amid suffering, then explore Mary’s extraordinary role in God’s unfolding plan. Finally, we’ll conclude with Simeon and Anna, whose story reminds us that while Advent is traditionally a season of waiting, we now celebrate from the other side of fulfillment – the promised Messiah has come.

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