The Meaning of Christmas - Jeff Philpott (12/22/2019)

The Meaning of Christmas

Matthew 1:18-25; Luke 1:46-55

What verse about the 1st Christmas gives us its meaning?

1)  The Meaning of Christmas - A _______________

Why do we need rescue?

Matthew 1:18-25

What do we know about the betrothal of Joseph and Mary?

What is significant about the reference to Joseph being a “son of David”?

Where do we find the Davidic Covenant?

What did it promise?

What does the name “Jesus” mean?

What does the name “Immanuel” mean?

Why is this significant to our salvation?

Luke 1:46-55  “The Magnificat”

Mary says her soul _______________ the Lord.

In verse 48, what does Mary mean by referring to her “humble estate”?

In general, what are the effects of “pride, might, and wealth”?

Practical Ideas...