Fusion: week of 12/24

FAMILY THEME: THE GREATEST GIFT

Luke 2:1-21

Luke's straightforward telling of the birth of Jesus grounds it in

history and connects it to prophecy.

1.  Jesus' Birth Fulfilled Scripture

     (Luke 2:1-8)

     Caesar's decree was a fulfillment of Scripture.

 
2.  Jesus' Birth is Joyful Good News

     (Luke 2:9-14)

     The news of Christ's birth is a source of joy for all who

     believe and accept Him.

 
3.  We Spread the Good News of Jesus' Birth

     (Luke 2:15-21)

     When the angels left, the shepherds went to Bethlehem

     and found Mary, Joseph, and the Baby.