Eastern Hills Baptist Church
Hope is Born: A Christmas Series
Welcome to Eastern Hills Baptist Church
We are so glad that you decided to join us in worship today. Here at Eastern Hills we realize that we are all in different places on our journey with Christ, and that's okay. Whether you are a seeker, looking for answers, or a long-time follower of Christ, you are welcome here.
Luke 2:1-7 CSB
1 John 4:9-12 CSB
NOTES
1) God's love revealed
2) God's love defined
3) God's love displayed
John 3:16 CSB
Romans 3:25 ESV
Hebrews 2:17 ESV
1 John 2:2 ESV
"For the essence of sin is man substituting himself for God, while the essence of salvation is God substituting Himself for man. Man asserts himself against God and puts himself where only God deserves to be; God sacrifices Himself and puts Himself where only man deserves to be."
-- John Stott, The Cross of Christ
1 John 4:7-8 CSB
1 John 4:20-21 CSB
Take it Home...
Discuss this as a family today:
· What is a gift that you are hoping to GET this Christmas? Why that gift?
· What is a gift that you are hoping to GIVE this Christmas? Why that gift?
· Brainstorm with your family some way that you can display the love of God together this Christmas. Make a plan, and carry it out!