Dec 17 2023

Introduction:

• Reflecting on the passing of time and the fulfillment of God's promises

• Acknowledging the upcoming new year

• Emphasizing the importance of God's promises

I. The Text:

• 2 Corinthians 1:20

  • "For all of God's promises have been fulfilled in Christ with a resounding yes..."

II. God as a Promise Keeper:

• God's faithfulness through the ages

• Genesis 3:15, Genesis 12:3

  • "The seed of the woman bruising the serpent's head"

  • Abraham's descendants being a blessing to the earth

III. Jesus as the Promise Fulfilled:

• Revelation's portrayal of Jesus as the Lamb slain before the foundation of the world

• John 3:16

  • "For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten son..."

IV. Jesus as Our Victory:

• Victory over sin

  • Romans 6:4

    • "For sin will have no dominion over you."

• Victory over the enemy

  • John 10:10

    • "The thief comes to steal, kill, and destroy, but I have come that they may have life and have it abundantly."

• Victory over the world

  • Deuteronomy 20:4

    • "For the Lord your God is the one who goes with you to fight for you against your enemies to give you victory."

V. Jesus as Our Hope:

• Hebrews 10:23

  • "Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for he who promised is faithful."

VI. Jesus as Our Model:

• 1 Corinthians 11:1

  • "Follow my example as I follow the example of Christ."

• Emphasizing the importance of love, living, and leading as Christ did

VII. Jesus to Be Celebrated:

• Celebrating Jesus every day, not just in the Christmas season

• Reflecting on the gift of salvation and the freedom it brings

VIII. Conclusion:

• Encouraging continuous worship and adoration of Jesus

• Singing "We Worship and Adore You"

Closing Prayer:

• Thanking God for the fulfillment of His promises in Jesus

• Asking for a blessed Christmas season for everyone