He Shall Be Called: Week 1
Sunday, December 1st, 2024
Please Read
Isaiah 9:1-7
Main Idea: Rejoice in the promised Messiah who will remove oppression, end war, and establish an eternal kingdom
Light and joy are multiplied to those who welcome the Messianic reign (9:1-3)
Light - 2 Corinthians 4:3-6
Joy - John 15:11 and John 16:22
Three reasons for rejoicing in Jesus Messiah
He will remove oppression (9:4)
He will end all conflict (9:5)
He will establish an eternal kingdom (9:6-7)
Questions For Greater Discussion
Please read Matthew 4:12-17. How does learning about Isaiah 9 help us better understand what Jesus means when he says “the Kingdom of God is at hand”?
Do you struggle with joy around Christmas time? What are some ways you are working to find joy in Christ and his work?
Please read Psalm 16:11. How does fullness of joy come from the presence of God?
In thinking about the 4 titles of the messiah in Isaiah 9:6, which one are you looking forward to thinking through as a church?
What does it look like practically to hope in the government Christ will institute and his kingdom over earthly kingdoms and rulers?
Please read Isaiah 11:1-5 and Isaiah 7:14-15. How do these passages connect with our main passage?
Pray and close it out!!
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