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Christmas ’23 – Little baby boy never grew old – discussion questions

How can the paradox of celebrating a gift without fully experiencing it apply to our spiritual lives, especially during Christmas? Discuss in light of James 1:22 which says, “Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says.”


In considering the full life of Jesus, from the manger to the cross, how does this perspective change the way we approach the Christmas season? Discuss with reference to Philippians 2:6-8 which speaks about Jesus’ humility and sacrifice.


The sermon mentions a song that reflects on Jesus’ life and death. How does music impact our understanding and celebration of Jesus’ birth and sacrifice? Consider Ephesians 5:19 where it instructs us to, “Speak to one another with psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit. Sing and make music from your heart to the Lord.”


How can we ensure that Jesus ‘grows up’ in our understanding and is not confined to the manger at Christmas time? Discuss this concept using Luke 2:52, which tells us, “And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man.”


The sermon invites us to think about grace replacing grace in our lives. How do we experience this continual outpouring of grace, and how should it affect our daily lives? Look at John 1:16 which says, “Out of his fullness we have all received grace in place of grace already given.”


How does reflecting on the Easter story during Christmas help us appreciate the depth of God’s love and the significance of Jesus’ birth? Share thoughts while referring to 1 Corinthians 15:3-4 which declares, “For what I received I passed on to you as of first importance: that Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day according to the Scriptures.”


Considering the sermon’s message about celebrating Jesus’ entire journey, from birth to resurrection, how can we apply this holistic approach to our faith and life throughout the year? Meditate on Romans 5:10, which says, “For if, while we were God’s enemies, we were reconciled to him through the death of his Son, how much more, having been reconciled, shall we be saved through his life!”


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