CHRISTMAS THROUGH THEIR EYES
Rediscovering the Meaning of Christmas
This Week's Sermon Text: Luke 2:21-35 (NKJV)
[21] And when eight days were completed for the circumcision of the Child, His name was called JESUS, the name given by the angel before He was conceived in the womb.
[22] Now when the days of her purification according to the law of Moses were completed, they brought Him to Jerusalem to present Him to the Lord [23] (as it is written in the law of the Lord, “Every male who opens the womb shall be called holy to the LORD”), [24] and to offer a sacrifice according to what is said in the law of the Lord, “A pair of turtledoves or two young pigeons.”
[25] And behold, there was a man in Jerusalem whose name was Simeon, and this man was just and devout, waiting for the Consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit was upon him. [26] And it had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not see death before he had seen the Lord’s Christ. [27] So he came by the Spirit into the temple. And when the parents brought in the Child Jesus, to do for Him according to the custom of the law, [28] he took Him up in his arms and blessed God and said:
[29] “ Lord, now You are letting Your servant depart in peace,
According to Your word;
[30] For my eyes have seen Your salvation
[31] Which You have prepared before the face of all peoples,
[32] A light to bring revelation to the Gentiles,
And the glory of Your people Israel.” [33] And Joseph and His mother marveled at those things which were spoken of Him. [34] Then Simeon blessed them, and said to Mary His mother, “Behold, this Child is destined for the fall and rising of many in Israel, and for a sign which will be spoken against [35] (yes, a sword will pierce through your own soul also), that the thoughts of many hearts may be revealed.”
What is God showing you this week? Your observations and insights into this passage are welcomed.
For His Glory!
Pastor Joe
Sunday, December 16, 2007
Sunday, December 9, 2007
December 16, 2007 Luke 2:8-20
CHRISTMAS THROUGH THEIR EYES
Rediscovering the Meaning of Christmas
This Week's Sermon Text: Luke 2:8-20 (NKJV)
[8] Now there were in the same country shepherds living out in the fields, keeping watch over their flock by night. [9] And behold, an angel of the Lord stood before them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were greatly afraid. [10] Then the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid, for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which will be to all people. [11] For there is born to you this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. [12] And this will be the sign to you: You will find a Babe wrapped in swaddling cloths, lying in a manger.” [13] And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God and saying: [14] “ Glory to God in the highest, And on earth peace, goodwill toward men!”
[15] So it was, when the angels had gone away from them into heaven, that the shepherds said to one another, “Let us now go to Bethlehem and see this thing that has come to pass, which the Lord has made known to us.” [16] And they came with haste and found Mary and Joseph, and the Babe lying in a manger. [17] Now when they had seen Him, they made widely[c] known the saying which was told them concerning this Child. [18] And all those who heard it marveled at those things which were told them by the shepherds. [19] But Mary kept all these things and pondered them in her heart. [20] Then the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things that they had heard and seen, as it was told them.
What is God showing you this week? Your observations and insights into this passage are welcomed and appreciated.
For His Glory!
Pastor Joe
Rediscovering the Meaning of Christmas
This Week's Sermon Text: Luke 2:8-20 (NKJV)
[8] Now there were in the same country shepherds living out in the fields, keeping watch over their flock by night. [9] And behold, an angel of the Lord stood before them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were greatly afraid. [10] Then the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid, for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which will be to all people. [11] For there is born to you this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. [12] And this will be the sign to you: You will find a Babe wrapped in swaddling cloths, lying in a manger.” [13] And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God and saying: [14] “ Glory to God in the highest, And on earth peace, goodwill toward men!”
[15] So it was, when the angels had gone away from them into heaven, that the shepherds said to one another, “Let us now go to Bethlehem and see this thing that has come to pass, which the Lord has made known to us.” [16] And they came with haste and found Mary and Joseph, and the Babe lying in a manger. [17] Now when they had seen Him, they made widely[c] known the saying which was told them concerning this Child. [18] And all those who heard it marveled at those things which were told them by the shepherds. [19] But Mary kept all these things and pondered them in her heart. [20] Then the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things that they had heard and seen, as it was told them.
What is God showing you this week? Your observations and insights into this passage are welcomed and appreciated.
For His Glory!
Pastor Joe
Sunday, December 2, 2007
December 9, 2007 Luke 1:26-38
December 9, 2007
CHRISTMAS THROUGH THEIR EYES
Rediscovering the Meaning of Christmas
The Christmas season is a wonderful time to invite family, friends, and coworkers to experience the true meaning of Christmas. Each Sunday in December leading up to Christmas we will take a fresh look at the Christmas story through the eyes of the people who first experienced the “good news” of Jesus’ birth. Invite a friend to join you for worship and Bible study this week. Make this a Christmas to remember – a Christmas of faith, hope, and changed lives.
This Week's Sermon Text: Luke 1:26-38 (NKJV)
[26] Now in the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent by God to a city of Galilee named Nazareth, [27] to a virgin betrothed to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David. The virgin’s name was Mary. [28] And having come in, the angel said to her, “Rejoice, highly favored one, the Lord is with you; blessed are you among women!” [29] But when she saw him, she was troubled at his saying, and considered what manner of greeting this was. [30] Then the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God. [31] And behold, you will conceive in your womb and bring forth a Son, and shall call His name JESUS. [32] He will be great, and will be called the Son of the Highest; and the Lord God will give Him the throne of His father David. [33] And He will reign over the house of Jacob forever, and of His kingdom there will be no end.” [34] Then Mary said to the angel, “How can this be, since I do not know a man?” [35] And the angel answered and said to her, “The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Highest will overshadow you; therefore, also, that Holy One who is to be born will be called the Son of God. [36] Now indeed, Elizabeth your relative has also conceived a son in her old age; and this is now the sixth month for her who was called barren. [37] For with God nothing will be impossible.” [38] Then Mary said, “Behold the maidservant of the Lord! Let it be to me according to your word.” And the angel departed from her.
What is God showing you this week? Your observations and insights into this passage are welcomed and appreciated.
For His Glory!
Pastor Joe
CHRISTMAS THROUGH THEIR EYES
Rediscovering the Meaning of Christmas
The Christmas season is a wonderful time to invite family, friends, and coworkers to experience the true meaning of Christmas. Each Sunday in December leading up to Christmas we will take a fresh look at the Christmas story through the eyes of the people who first experienced the “good news” of Jesus’ birth. Invite a friend to join you for worship and Bible study this week. Make this a Christmas to remember – a Christmas of faith, hope, and changed lives.
This Week's Sermon Text: Luke 1:26-38 (NKJV)
[26] Now in the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent by God to a city of Galilee named Nazareth, [27] to a virgin betrothed to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David. The virgin’s name was Mary. [28] And having come in, the angel said to her, “Rejoice, highly favored one, the Lord is with you; blessed are you among women!” [29] But when she saw him, she was troubled at his saying, and considered what manner of greeting this was. [30] Then the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God. [31] And behold, you will conceive in your womb and bring forth a Son, and shall call His name JESUS. [32] He will be great, and will be called the Son of the Highest; and the Lord God will give Him the throne of His father David. [33] And He will reign over the house of Jacob forever, and of His kingdom there will be no end.” [34] Then Mary said to the angel, “How can this be, since I do not know a man?” [35] And the angel answered and said to her, “The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Highest will overshadow you; therefore, also, that Holy One who is to be born will be called the Son of God. [36] Now indeed, Elizabeth your relative has also conceived a son in her old age; and this is now the sixth month for her who was called barren. [37] For with God nothing will be impossible.” [38] Then Mary said, “Behold the maidservant of the Lord! Let it be to me according to your word.” And the angel departed from her.
What is God showing you this week? Your observations and insights into this passage are welcomed and appreciated.
For His Glory!
Pastor Joe
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