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…
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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
God is mindful of us (Luke 1:46-49) A transformed life (Luke 1:50-53) Jesus the link (Luke 1:54-55) My soul glorifies the Lord and my spirit rejoices in God my Saviour, for he has been mindful of the humble state of his servant. From now on all generations will call me blessed, for the Mighty One has done great things for me –…
Are you convinced that Jesus is real? Do believe he was born, died and rose again? Are you convinced that he really is the Son of God? Have you really put your faith in him? Could you learn to trust him more? Lake Galilee (show on map) … come to his place to heal his daughter. …an unnamed woman had come up…
The world of Jesus Caesar Augustus … “new breed of men come down from heaven”. Mark 1:1 “This is the beginning of the gospel about Jesus Christ, the Son of God” The ultimate proof … he was raised from the dead. Minimum accepted facts Jesus was crucified & died, he was placed in a tomb, the tomb was found empty he was…
What do you long for in life? Context Luke 15:1 Jesus is teaching a bunch of tax collectors and sinners. The religious people – “This man welcomes sinners … and eats with them” The Two sons and their Dad What does this parable mean? Qu: Have we approached the Father like the younger or older son? Who is the person…