FULFILLED AMONG US: Christ Our Lord
Preacher: Pastor Jeff Flanagan Scripture: Luke 1:39–56
FULFILLED AMONG US: Christ Our Lord
Luke 1:39-56
Pastor Jeff Flanagan
Luke is the book that connects to the Old Testament the most
Luke shows that Jesus is God's blessing to the world - God is faithful to bless
6 comments to show how God's blessing is not just historical account but has immense importance to our lives
1. A large contrast between John and Jesus
John is of little importance compared to Jesus
2. God is Savior
Shows God's heart - shows God cares about humanity
Shows people need saving
3. Jesus is Lord
Lord means Jesus is ruler of your life, you are His servant
4. Unusual conversation between Elizabeth and Mary
Pregnancy was not discussed outside family especially women
Luke including conversation shows he considers readers like family
5. Mary sings a song
Literacy was limited, songs were used to remember important things
6. Elizabeth's use of the word blessed
Blessed - someone who has received Divine favor
We are blessed if we believe Jesus' words
Applications
We should be open and honest with our sins and shortcomings
We need to preach the gospel to ourselves daily
We seek to bless the world by how we live with grace and love