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Machias Valley Baptist Church

Machias, Maine

Our mission is to participate in the Great Commission given by Jesus found in Matthew 28:18-20 and Acts 1:8.

Our vision is to be a body of equipped and employed saints referenced in Ephesians 4:13-16 and to be ever increasing in the fruit of the Spirit found in Galatians 5:22, 23.

Our values are found in Acts 2:42-47 to be a church devoted to the teaching of God’s Word, the fellowship of believers, the worshiping of Christ, the ministry of prayer, and the serving of one another.

www.machiasvalley.org

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December 14, 2025. Pastor Zach Vaughn. www.machiasvalley.org.

Text: Luke 1:68-79

Sermon Points:

1) Christmas is God's initiative to be with His people.

2) Jesus came with specific purposes:

a) That His people would be saved from their enemies.

b) To show His mercy.

c) To keep His covenant.

d) That His people would fearlessly serve in holiness and righteousness.

3) Christmas is an invitation to be on mission.

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