Home for Christmas (part 3) Sermon audio, video, and questions

On Sunday, December 15, 2024 at Wildwood Community Church, I preached as sermon based on Luke 2:1-20. This message was part 3 of the “Home for Christmas” sermon series. Below you will find questions related to the message for personal reflection or group discussion. You will also find the sermon audio and video to listen to, watch, or share. Additionally, there is a daily devotional/Bible reading plan accompanying this series. Access it by clicking here!

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Sermon Questions:

Pray
Read Luke 2:1-20
What are some of the “cryptids” of the Christmas story that we talk about but are not specifically identified in the Bible?
The cave behind the house became the birthplace for Jesus Christ. This was adequate, but certainly LESS than we might imagine (surely Jesus would be born in a palace, not a stable!) But God’s purpose was well served by Jesus being born in a stable. What are some examples you can think of in your life where God’s provision has not matched your expectations? How does this passage encourage you that God can use even our “less than we can imagine” circumstances to be the venue for His purposes to be accomplished?
What are ways in which you are focusing your Christmas season on Jesus? Is there room inn your life for this? If not, can you make room for Him this season?
Jesus is the eternal Son of God. He came from heaven to earth at His birth in Bethlehem. This was a ways! How does remembering this truth help you appreciate again God’s grace and effort to save you?
Are you trusting in and relying upon Jesus today? He understands your situation and wants to help you through the temptations you face today and free you from the judgment that will come tomorrow!
What is one particular application you took away from this message?