Eastern Hills Baptist Church
Sermon Series: God With Us
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.
Isaiah 9:1-7 CSB
Isaiah 7:17 CSB
Isaiah 46:10 CSB
Today's Notes:
1) Messiah's Arrival as Light (v. 1-2)
2) Messiah's Arrival at Victory (v. 3-5)
3) Messiah's Arrival as God's Arrival (v. 6-7)
2 Kings 15:29 CSB
Matthew 4:12-16 CSB
For the joy of the world, He was born
Bringing peace to us all through the gift of the Son
Now the darkest of ages are done
For the Saviour of heaven has come.
— Chorus of “When I Think Upon Christmas” by Hillsong Worship; Writers: Aodhan King, Renee Sieff, Benjamin Tan
The darkness and distress are real but they are neither the only reality nor the fundamental reality. In any given situation we can either sink into despair or rise to faith and hope.
— Alec Motyer, Isaiah: An Introduction and Commentary
John 12:46 CSB
Isaiah 50:10 CSB
Romans 8:1-4 CSB
Matthew 11:28-30 CSB
John 1:1-5 CSB
John 1:18 CSB
1 John 1:1-3 CSB
Matthew 5:14-16 CSB
For discussion this week:
-- Be honest: are you afraid of the dark?
-- Why do you think God chose to use darkness as one of the ways for us to picture being separated from Him?
-- What is one area of your life where you feel defeated?
-- Of the four names of Messiah in Isaiah 9:6 (Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Eternal Father, Prince of Peace), which one is most meaningful to you, and why?