Good Christian Men, Rejoice!

Series:  Christmas Carols

Good Christian Men, Rejoice!

Luke 2:8-14

The attempt to find joy is a part of Christmas for almost everyone.   However, Christmas joy is often a thin veneerlike wrapping paper.  For joy to last, the source of joyhas to be sufficient. 

good Christian men, rejoice

Christian joy is not circumstantial; it is rooted in our relationship with Christ.   

Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!

Philippians 4:4

He is in the manger now

Throughout the Old Testament, there are numerous prophecies about a coming Messiah.  The fact that a Messiah came reveals that Godkeeps His promises. 

We are “I hope” people.  God is an “I will” God.  

He has opened heaven’s door

Because of Jesus’ coming, a relationship with Godis possible.

From the beginning, man has tried to reach God.  

Good work,religious exercise, increased knowledgeand moral efforthave all fallen short. 

God came down to usbecause it was impossible for us to get up to Him. 

 A thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I have come so that they may have life and have it in abundance.

John 10:10

Kingsand wise mendo not precede the lowly in the kingdom.

Everyone faces three questions:  1) Where do I come from?  

                                                               2) Why am I here?

                                                               3)  Where am I going? 

calls ye one and calls ye all

We have been commanded to share the gospel throughout the world.  

Christ is the exclusive path to heavenand lasting joy.  

Not everyonewill find joy in Christ, but no one can take awayour joy!

Today’s Takeaway

1.  A relationship with God is possible.

2.  Jesus resists the proudand receives the humble.

3.  The task of sharing good news is entrusted to believers.   

4.  True joy is found in focusing on Christ.