...more toward Jesus as we present “Thrill of Hope” Luke 2:8-11 (NIV) “And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night.
An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified.
But the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord.” Can you imagine these poor shepherds…verse 9 says they were terrified? Well yes! But their terror would soon turn into a thrill of hope.
1. Come and see. Luke 2:15 (NIV)
15 When the angels had left them and gone into heaven, the shepherds said to one another, "Let's go to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has told us about." Before you completely brush Jesus off do like the shepherds…Come and see! I understand you may not be totally convinced (I have been there) but don’t stay where you are without at least checking out this beautiful story. As you come and see you may discover the thrill of hope.
2. Good News of Great Joy. Luke 2:10 (NIV) “But the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people.” Think about that statement…Good News of Great Joy! When was the last time you turned on the news and heard good news or great joy?
--There is a wonderful message to the world and these angels were declaring the glory of the Lord and this good news but here is the best news…good news for all the people.
3. A Savior is Born. Luke 2:11 (NIV) “Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord.” I love how the Word of God is so specific. This is not just a savior…this is the Savior…the One and only Savior…Christ the Lord! This is how detailed God is: Acts 4:12 (NKJV) “Nor is there salvation in any other, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved." The shepherds found or discovered the Thrill of Hope and you can to. It is wrapped up in Jesus…the Savior of the World. Today is your opportunity. John 1:12 (NKJV) “But as many as received Him, to them He gave the right to become children of God, to those who believe in His name.”
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