Saltbox Church Podcast The Arrival | Pastor Michael Mattis
Nov 30, 2025
Discover the profound meanings of Advent as Pastor Michael Mattis unpacks its significance in celebrating Jesus' arrivals. He reveals the connection between hope and prophecy, highlighting Moses' foretelling in Deuteronomy. The discussion includes the powerful scene of Jesus' transfiguration with Moses and Elijah, exploring themes of legacy and eternity. Intriguingly, Michael connects the imagery of the Passover lamb to Jesus, emphasizing the layers of salvation and atonement. Join him for a journey into the depths of faith and spiritual formation.
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Dinner Tradition Illustrates True Connection
- Pastor Michael Mattis describes his family dinner tradition where they share 'sunny and cloudy' moments.
- He uses the example to show traditions can connect relationally or be performed without heart engagement.
Advent As The Arrival Of Jesus
- Advent means the arrival of King Jesus, celebrating his first coming and anticipating his second coming.
- Pastor Michael Mattis frames Advent as entry points into God's timeless presence.
Old Testament Prophecy Points To Jesus
- Deuteronomy prophesies a prophet like Moses who will speak God's words to Israel.
- Mattis connects that prophecy directly to Jesus as the Jewish Messiah foretold across Scripture.