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Christmas 2025 The Promis Delivered

      • 1 Thessalonians 5:17ESV

      • Matthew 1:21ESV

  • Angels We Have Heard On High (Gloria)
  • Silent Night

      • Isaiah 9:6ESV

  • The First Nowell
  • Bible Passage: Luke 2:1–7
    Luke 2:1–7 ESV
    1 In those days a decree went out from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be registered. 2 This was the first registration when Quirinius was governor of Syria. 3 And all went to be registered, each to his own town. 4 And Joseph also went up from Galilee, from the town of Nazareth, to Judea, to the city of David, which is called Bethlehem, because he was of the house and lineage of David, 5 to be registered with Mary, his betrothed, who was with child. 6 And while they were there, the time came for her to give birth. 7 And she gave birth to her firstborn son and wrapped him in swaddling cloths and laid him in a manger, because there was no place for them in the inn.
    Summary: This passage details the birth of Jesus Christ, highlighting the humble circumstances surrounding His arrival and the profound significance of His coming as the promised Savior.
    Application: Understanding the birth of Jesus helps Christians embrace the hope and joy that comes with God's fulfilled promises amidst their own struggles. It assures them that even in the midst of trials, God is at work in ways they may not see or understand.
    Teaching: This sermon teaches that the birth of Christ, encapsulated in humble circumstances, is a powerful testament to God's faithfulness. It reveals how God’s promises unfold and the unexpected ways He enters into our lives.
    How this passage could point to Christ: In the broader biblical narrative, Jesus’ birth fulfills the long-standing promise of a Messiah from the line of David. He is the culmination of God’s redemptive plan, showing that God’s love and intervention come in unexpected ways.
    Big Idea: The birth of Jesus is not only the arrival of a Savior but a reminder that God's promises are fulfilled in surprising and humble ways, bringing hope and joy to the world.
    Recommended Study: As you prepare for this sermon, consider using your Logos library to examine the historical and cultural context of Luke 2:1–20. Look into the significance of the census and how it sets the stage for Jesus' birth. Also, explore the theological implications of the shepherds' angelic announcement and its connection to the themes of humility and hope in the Old Testament prophecies.

    1. Divine Fulfillment in Census

    Luke 2:1–7 ESV
    1 In those days a decree went out from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be registered. 2 This was the first registration when Quirinius was governor of Syria. 3 And all went to be registered, each to his own town. 4 And Joseph also went up from Galilee, from the town of Nazareth, to Judea, to the city of David, which is called Bethlehem, because he was of the house and lineage of David, 5 to be registered with Mary, his betrothed, who was with child. 6 And while they were there, the time came for her to give birth. 7 And she gave birth to her firstborn son and wrapped him in swaddling cloths and laid him in a manger, because there was no place for them in the inn.
    Micah 5:2 ESV
    2 But you, O Bethlehem Ephrathah, who are too little to be among the clans of Judah, from you shall come forth for me one who is to be ruler in Israel, whose coming forth is from of old, from ancient days.
    Here we start with hope fulfilled
    a promise delivered
    To the little town
    the one in Bethlehem
    You could begin by exploring how the Roman census led to the fulfillment of God's promise that the Messiah would be born in Bethlehem, as prophesied in Micah 5:2. Through seemingly mundane events, God's sovereign plan is fulfilled. This moment reveals that God's promises often come to pass in ways that defy human expectations. When we face uncertainties, we can find hope in God's faithful orchestration of our lives, knowing He is working behind the scenes, much like He did with the arrival of His Son in a humble manger.

    2. Heaven's Herald to the Humble

    Luke 2:8–14 ESV
    8 And in the same region there were shepherds out in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. 9 And an angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were filled with great fear. 10 And the angel said to them, “Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. 11 For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. 12 And this will be a sign for you: you will find a baby wrapped in swaddling cloths and 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 among those with whom he is pleased!”
    Jesus came for all
    the humility shown in the birth of the Savior
    the manger to the shepherds
    Jesus came for all to have salvation not just a few
    Perhaps, focus on the shepherds being the first to hear of Christ's birth through a glorious announcement by angels. Despite their lowly status, they were entrusted with divine revelation. This reflects the theme that God's revelation often comes to the humble and unexpected. It suggests that, like the shepherds, we are called to embrace God's message with joy and faith. This part of the sermon can encourage those who feel overlooked or insignificant, offering them the reassurance that God's grace reaches them where they are.

    3. Shepherds Share the Savior

    Luke 2:15–20 ESV
    15 When the angels went away from them into heaven, the shepherds said to one another, “Let us go over to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has made known to us.” 16 And they went with haste and found Mary and Joseph, and the baby lying in a manger. 17 And when they saw it, they made known the saying that had been told them concerning this child. 18 And all who heard it wondered at what the shepherds told them. 19 But Mary treasured up all these things, pondering them in her heart. 20 And the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all they had heard and seen, as it had been told them.
    The shepherds had great desire to share the good news
    Jesus meant a lot to them
    more than they could ever know
    Not only had he beenborn
    He was the Messiah
    He would conquer death
    Isaiah 53:3–7 ESV
    3 He was despised and rejected by men, a man of sorrows and acquainted with grief; and as one from whom men hide their faces he was despised, and we esteemed him not. 4 Surely he has borne our griefs and carried our sorrows; yet we esteemed him stricken, smitten by God, and afflicted. 5 But he was pierced for our transgressions; he was crushed for our iniquities; upon him was the chastisement that brought us peace, and with his wounds we are healed. 6 All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned—every one—to his own way; and the Lord has laid on him the iniquity of us all. 7 He was oppressed, and he was afflicted, yet he opened not his mouth; like a lamb that is led to the slaughter, and like a sheep that before its shearers is silent, so he opened not his mouth.
    A prophecy of hope
    a prophecy of sacrifice
    1 Peter 2:24 ESV
    24 He himself bore our sins in his body on the tree, that we might die to sin and live to righteousness. By his wounds you have been healed.
    1 Corinthians 15:3–4 ESV
    3 For I delivered to you as of first importance what I also received: that Christ died for our sins in accordance with the Scriptures, 4 that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures,
    Another prophecy fulfilled
    We cannot talk about the prophecy of Jesus birth
    without mentioning His death
    His death is what atoned for us
    His piercing is what reconciles us
    His resurrection is what gives us ultimate hope!
    Maybe, conclude by detailing the shepherds' response, as they quickly go to see the newborn Savior and then spread the news. Their action demonstrates the joy and urgency of sharing the hope of Christ with others. This encourages Christians to respond to God's promises by actively living out their faith and sharing it. In our own lives, the same zeal can inspire us to carry the good news, bringing hope and transformation to those around us, fulfilling our role as messengers of God's love.

      • Luke 2:1–7ESV

      • Luke 2:1–7ESV

      • Micah 5:2ESV

      • Luke 2:8–14ESV

      • Luke 2:15–20ESV

      • Isaiah 53:3–7ESV

      • 1 Peter 2:24ESV

      • 1 Corinthians 15:3–4ESV

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