"The Angelic Message of Christmas - Part 4: The Promising Proclamation"; A Sermon Outline for Sunday, December 25, 2011

“The Angelic Message of Christmas – Part 4: The Promising Proclamation”

Luke 2:8-15

Proposition:  On that first Christmas evening, the proclamation was given of the fulfillment of God’s promise throughout the Old Testament.  That announcement continues to echo throughout the world today.  This morning we ponder the message of that evening.

Transition:  We briefly examine 5 aspects of the promising proclamation of Christmas.

I.  Consider the Moment the Message Was Given. (v. 8)  

A.  Physically, It Was Night.

B.  Spiritually, It Was Night.

II.  Consider the Messenger Who Delivered the Message. (vv. 9, 13)

A.  The Messenger was an Angel. (9)

B.  The Messenger was an Angel of the Lord. (9)

C.  The Messenger was Joined by Others from Heaven. (13)

III.  Consider the Men to Whom the Message was Given. (vv. 8-10)

A.  It was intended for Shepherds. (vv. 8-9)

B.  It was intended for All People. (v. 10)

IV.  Consider the Message Itself. (vv. 10-12)

A.  See It’s Characteristics. (v. 10)

 1.  It is Good News.

 2.  It is Great Joy.

B.  See It’s Content. (v. 11)

 1.  The Message tells of the Birth of  a Man.

 2.  The Message tells of the Coming of a Savior.

 3.  The Message tells of the Arrival of the Messiah.

 4.  The Message tells of the Presence of the Lord.

V.  Consider the Mark Left by the Message. (vv. 13-15)

A.  See the Mark Left on the Angels. (vv. 13-14)

B.  See the Mark Left on the Shepherds. (v. 15)

“The Angelic Message of Christmas – Part 2: The Promised Person”; A Sermon Outline for Sunday, December 11, 2011

“The Angelic Message of Christmas – Part 2: The Promised Person”

Luke 1:26-38

Proposition:  At this time of year we often focus on many things:  family, food, decorations, gifts, and music.  But often we fail to consider, to reflect, and to ponder the most important thing:  God’s promised person.

Transition:  This morning we examine the message of the angel Gabriel to Mary and note 5 promises of God about this promised person.

I.  The Promised Person Would be Human. (v31)  

A.  He Would Be Conceived as a Human.

B.  He Would Be Born as a Human.

C.  He Would Be Named as a Human.

II.  The Promised Person Would be Highly Exalted.  (vv. 32-33)

A.  He Would Be Great.

B.  He Would Be the Son of the Most High.

C.  He Would Be Given the Throne.

D.  He Would Reign Forever.

III.  The Promised Person Would Be Heavenly.  (v. 35)

A.  His Birth is the Result of God the Spirit.

B.  His Birth is the Result of God the Father.

C.  He is the Son of God.

IV.  The Promised Person Would Be Holy.  (v. 35)

A.  He is Holy at His Conception and Birth.

B.  He is Holy Throughout His Life.

V.  The Promised Person Would be Hope.

"The Angelic Message of Christmas - Part 1: The Promised Preparer"; A Sermon Outline for Sunday, December 4, 2011

“The Angelic Message of Christmas – Part 1: The Promised Preparer”

Luke 1:11-17

Proposition:  In John the Baptist, we see the man chosen by God as the man who would prepare the way for the Christ.

Transition:  Today I want us to examine this announcement of the promised preparer and glean from this angelic message 5 truths which are for our benefit.

I.  John is the Answer to His Father’s Cries. (v. 13)  

A.  These are Cries of a Parent for a Son.

B.  These are Cries of a People for a Savior.

II.  John Brings to All Cheer. (v. 14)

A.  His Parents will Experience Joy and Gladness.

B.  His People will Rejoice.

III.  John Has Great Character. (v. 15)

A.  His Greatness is Evidenced by His Life. (v. 15a)

B.  His Greatness is Evidence of the Indwelling Spirit. (v. 15b)

IV.  John Has a Calling. (v. 17a)

V.  John’s Life Has Consequence. (v. 17)