Chestnut Ridge Church
The Angels Sing — Part 1
Historically, the church has taught biblical truth and doctrine using song. This Christmas season, we will take a closer look at some of the songs popular this time of year, focusing on the theology ingrained in them. We will seek to gain a deeper understanding of the Christmas story through these songs. And together, we’ll stay focused on Jesus during this Advent season so that we can all experience the hope, faith, joy, peace and love of Christ as we celebrate His miraculous birth.
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Chestnut Ridge Church [CRC] (ONLINE ONLY)
2223 Cheat Rd, Morgantown, WV 26508, USA
Sunday 9:00 AM
Sunday 11:00 AM
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https://www.theridge.church/giveWhite Christmas / Homecoming / My Defense / There is a King / Joy to the World (Joyful, Joyful)
The Angels Sing: Part 1 — November 28 [Josh Rhodes]
– Learn rich Biblical truth from the carols
– Gain a deeper appreciation for the carols
– Keep us focused on Christ this Christmas
Joy to the world! the Lord is come;
Let Earth receive her King;
Let every heart prepare him room,
And heaven and nature sing.
Portrait of Isaac Watts
He rules the world with truth and grace,
And makes the nations prove
The glories of His righteousness,
And wonders of His love
– Problem of sin
– Plan to save us
– Promised One, Jesus
– People of God, the church
– Physical return of Christ
– Paradise, eternity with God
– D. K. Campbell
– Slow down and rest
– Connect with God each day
– Join us for The Angels Sing each week
Discussion Questions
<i>Ready to take a next step in your personal or group study time? Think about or discuss the questions about today's message. </i><br>—<br><br>1. Share a line or two from your favorite Christmas carol. Why is it your favorite?<br><br>2. In this first week of The Angels Sing, we looked at Isaac Watts’ Joy To The World, Psalm 98, and several prophecies/fulfillments related to Christ’s birth. Were you surprised to discover that Joy To The World wasn’t intended to be a Christmas song?<br><br>3. Isaac Watts’ joyfully looked forward to Christ’s second coming. What are some reasons why it is helpful and important to remember that Christ’s birth is a key part of God’s larger plan of salvation?<br><br>4. Pastor Josh challenged us to “let every heart prepare him room” for Christ this Christmas. Specifically, how do you plan to prepare your heart for Christ this season?
Join us for Christmas with The Ridge! We have 3 opportunities: Thursday, Dec. 23 at 6p, Friday, Dec. 24 at 3p + 6p. For those attending in-person, Ridge Kids will be open for children 6 months–Pre-K with registration. Kids 5 and up are encouraged to join us in the gathering! — If you are hosting a Ridge at Home gathering for Christmas, check out the Christmas boxes at theridge.church/box.https://theridge.church/christmas
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