The Lessons of the Season
Memory Verse: Luke 2:14 (NKJV) “Glory to God in the highest, And on earth peace, goodwill toward men!”
Bible Passage: Luke 2:1–20
Introduction:
Luke 2: 8–20
Peace is “A condition or sense of harmony, well-being, and prosperity. The biblical concept means more than the absence of hostility, and it is more than a psychological state”.-- Hollman illustrated Bible Dictionary
1 Peter 2:9,Matthew 1:21
“Jesus is called the Reconciler. In reconciliation, that which is broken comes together. The devil is the father of division. … Whether or not you believe in a personal devil, there is an evil force at work in the world dividing families, neighbors, nations.”-- Bruce Larson and Lloyd J. Ogilvie
First, the Redemptive Lesson
Luke 2:8–11; Isaiah 59:2; Isaiah 1:18; Acts 16:31; Romans 10:9; 5:1; John 1:12.
Second, The Relational Lesson
Luke 2:14 ; Micah 6:8; Colossians 3:12–13
“Some people are heavenly good but they are earthly useless.”-- Dr. Emmanuel Akognon
“Resentment is like drinking poison and then hoping it will kill your enemies.” – NELSON MANDELA
“As I walked out the door toward the gate that would lead to my freedom, I knew if I didn't leave my bitterness and hatred behind, I'd still be in prison.” –Nelson Mandela
Third, The Personal Lesson
Luke 2:15–20; Mark 12:30–31
Conclusion:
