“Jesus Literally Puts the Christ in Christmas”

FOCUS (the core of the content to be communicated)

Have you ever tried making an omelet without any eggs? Or driving a car without an engine? Or flying in an airplane that had no wings? Or enjoying an orchestra concert without a score or conductor, any musicians, or instruments? Something tells me the answer to all those questions rhymes with snow :-) …

The goal of today’s message is to be sure we aren’t just going through the motions of a holiday, but actually celebrating a holy day commemorating the birth of the Christ of Christmas. There’s a difference words can’t describe between the trappings of the season & the triumph of the Savior.

If there’s not yet been a transforming reception on your part of the eternal life giving message addressed to you in the Christmas story, may this year be the year that brings you into a relationship that is far beyond just an awareness of the One who came to save & set you free. Jesus Christ was, is & will always be the Lamb of God.

Jesus Christ …

1. was God incarnate born in Bethlehem.

It was in that city that God took His first breath as one of us. - Micah 5:2 / Luke 2:4-15

2. came to earth to save, rescue, forgive & heal you.

Jesus was deployed into enemy territory to bring home all the prisoners of war.

Acts 4:8-12 Colossians 1:13 Colossians 1:14 / Isaiah 53:5 & 1 Peter 2:24

Making It Real

1] Are you totally convinced that Jesus Christ is the, not an, incarnation of God?

2] Do you know for certain that God has saved, rescued, forgiven & healed you?

Action Step

If you are not sure you have been saved from your sin, your death & your grave,

today is the day to receive the gift of eternal life in Christ Jesus the Lord.

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Cornerstone Community Church 5344 Fishcreek Rd Stow OH 44224 <>< ><> Pastor Dan Page December 25, 2022 www.ccc-stow.faithlifesites.com