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Scripture and Sermon Slides December 15, 2013

Scripture and Sermon Slides December 15, 2013. Gospel Reading. Luke 1:46b-55. 46 And Mary said: “ My soul glorifies the Lord 47 and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior , Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess , for he who promised is faithful.

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Scripture and Sermon Slides December 15, 2013

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  1. Scripture and Sermon SlidesDecember 15, 2013

  2. Gospel Reading Luke 1:46b-55

  3. 46 And Mary said:“My soul glorifies the Lord47 and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior, Let us hold unswervinglyto the hope we profess,for he who promised is faithful.

  4. 48 for he has been mindful of the humble stateof his servant.From now on all generations will call me blessed,

  5. 49 for the Mighty One has done great things for me— holy is his name.

  6. 50 His mercy extends to those who fear him, from generation to generation.

  7. 51 He has performed mighty deeds with his arm; he has scattered those who are proud in their inmost thoughts.

  8. 52 He has brought down rulers from their thrones but has lifted up the humble.

  9. 53 He has filled the hungry with good things but has sent the richaway empty.

  10. 54 He has helped his servant Israel, remembering to be merciful

  11. 55 to Abraham and his descendants forever, just as he promised our ancestors.”

  12. JOY Luke 1: 47-55 Third Sunday of Advent December 15 , 2013 Rev. John W. Landis

  13. JOY • “My Soul’s so happy that I can’t sit down!” • When was the last time you felt that joyful • or true joy of any kind? • Joy seems to be missing for the most part in our world

  14. The Greek • Algalliomai – to Leap for Joy • used of both the baby in Elizabeth’s womb and Mary

  15. The Greek • Chara – Joy • Charis – grace • Charizomai – give freely • Charisma – gift • Eucharisto – to give thanks

  16. Joy is a gift from God!

  17. Joy • Joy is given in grace • We can’t seek it • We don’t deserve it • It only happens when God gives it We must be open to the experience!

  18. What brings you Joy?

  19. Joy Requires Response • In other words we need to Rejoice • Worship God • Be Happy to be in Worship • It is not a chore to be here on Sunday morning

  20. Be Someone Else’s Joy • Give freely in grace • No particular reason • Bring Joy to someone who cannot pay us back • Give your gift in love

  21. Joy is a Cycle • We bring Joy to someone • We are blessed with Joy Joy is something you share!

  22. That is what Christmas is about! • God wanted us to be joyful • God gave us a gift • That gift is eternal life and relationship with Him, the one who loves us and wants us to have Joy • The Gift came in the form of a baby

  23. What can I do? • Slow down • Enjoy • Make room in the inn of your heart • Give generously of your joy • Visit the Child in your heart

  24. “My Soul Glorifies the Lord and my Spirit Rejoices in God my Savior”

  25. How about yours?

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