What a lifestyle change - their world will be turned upside down
Zechariah’s response - Unbelief Luke 1:20 Praise Luke 1:64
The Threat Of Losing Your Reputation Luke 1:26-31
Joseph and Mary - the gossip and finger pointing
Mary’s response - to be a servant Luke 1:38
Joseph’s response - to be obedient - Matthew 1:18-25
The Threat Of Discrimination Luke 2:8-9
Shepherds were a low class of people. Constantly unclean. Could not be trusted
Shepherds responded with obedience, evangelism, and praise
The Threat Of The Unknow Matthew 2:1-2
The Magi had no idea what they were getting into
Time frame? Distance? Provisions? Safety? Dirty politicians?
The Magi responded with worship and giving Matthew 2:11
The Threat Of Losing Control Matthew 2:3
Herod was paranoid and fearful of his enemies
Herod responded with false interest (Matt. 2:8) and killing (Matt. 2:16-18)
Concl. - Each of these people were threatened by the birth of Christ. His birth continues to threaten us today - our
lifestyles, our habits, our relationships, our priorities. How will you respond to Christmas?
