Christmas
Christmas Day 2017 – God With Us John 1:1-14 Christmas traditions John tells the Christmas story … What matters? The Beginning v1-2 “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was with God in the beginning” “The Word” = “Jesus” John’s audience was familiar with the Old Testament Contrast – Light &…
Christmas Eve 2017 – The Gift Of Jesus Bursting forth in song? What caused Mary to sing… a) Mary is excited – v 46-47 “My soul glorifies the Lord, and my Spirit rejoices in God my Saviour”. “Blessed are you Mary among women, and blessed is the child you bear” … a spirit inspired exclamation b) Mary is blessed – v 48-49…
Who do you think Jesus is / was? “How would you describe the Christian Christmas story?” A certain level of embellishment? Facts recorded by eye witnesses? Why you can be certain. Luke carefully investigated everything – Was not following popular opinion about Jesus. – Not details Mary would make up “Who do you think Jesus was or who do you think he…
How do you choose the perfect gift for someone you love? Questions to ask – What do they need? – What don’t they have? – What is good for them? – What have I already promised them? – Will it last? – Can I afford it? – What will be the effect if I do not give this gift? The Context Sennacherib,…
Christmas in Australia The Shepherds The Message The Sign