Advent

A Life of Joy

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Philippians 4:4 (ESV) — 4 Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice.

Luke 1:46–55 (NLT) — 46 Mary responded, “Oh, how my soul praises the Lord. 47 How my spirit rejoices in God my Savior! 48 For he took notice of his lowly servant girl, and from now on all generations will call me blessed. 49 For the Mighty One is holy, and he has done great things for me. 50 He shows mercy from generation to generation to all who fear him. 51 His mighty arm has done tremendous things! He has scattered the proud and haughty ones. 52 He has brought down princes from their thrones and exalted the humble. 53 He has filled the hungry with good things and sent the rich away with empty hands. 54 He has helped his servant Israel and remembered to be merciful. 55 For he made this promise to our ancestors, to Abraham and his children forever.”

7 reasons to rejoice:

  1. Rejoice because He SEES - “He took notice of his lowly servant girl”
  2. Rejoice in the BLESSING - “From now on all generations will call me blessed” 
  3. Rejoice in SALVATION - “He has done great things for me”
  4. Rejoice in His MERCY - “He shows mercy from generation to generation”
  5. Rejoice in VICTORY - “His mighty arm has done tremendous things” 
  6. Rejoice in JUSTICE - “He has scattered the proud and haughty ones” 
  7. Rejoice in His PROMISE - “He has remembered His promise to Israel” 

Advent

As we await His return, Christ’s arrival brought a message of hope, peace, joy, and love to the world. Remain expectant in our faith, even when we find ourselves in a season of waiting.

4 Part Series

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Assets & Files

Part 1: Living in the Tension

Regardless of circumstances, we’re assured of a hope that lasts for all eternity. Choose to live with an excitement for what’s to come.

Part 2: The Person of Peace

Christ’s entry into the world made a pathway for peace with one another, the world around us, and with our Heavenly Father.

Part 3: A Life of Joy

There’s reason to celebrate because joy arrived when Jesus was born. Live in the victory we have in Christ.

Part 4: The Asa Challenge

Let‘s start the year strong by focusing and preparing ourselves for all that God would do through our steadfast commitment to Him.

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