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God turns awkward into AWESOME
*Humility isn’t awkward, it’s HOLY*
BiG Idea: Awkward moments can lead to awesome and holy
Luke 2:21
*21When the eight days were completed for his circumcision, he was named Jesus — the name given by the angel before he was conceived. *
Awkward moments can be opportunities for
Luke 2:22-24
22And when the days of their purification according to the law of Moses were finished, they brought him up to Jerusalem to present him to the Lord 23(just as it is written in the law of the Lord, Every firstborn male will be dedicated to the Lord) 24and to offer a sacrifice (according to what is stated in the law of the Lord, a pair of turtledoves or two young pigeons).
Leviticus 12:6
“When her days of purification are complete, whether for a son or daughter, she is to bring to the priest at the entrance to the tent of meeting a year-old male lamb for a burnt offering, and a young pigeon or a turtledove for a sin offering.
Leviticus 12:8
But if she doesn’t have sufficient means for a sheep, she may take two turtledoves or two young pigeons, one for a burnt offering and the other for a sin offering. Then the priest will make atonement on her behalf, and she will be clean.”
John 1:29
The next day John saw Jesus coming toward him and said, “Look, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!
Exodus 13:1-2
1The Lord spoke to Moses: 2“Consecrate every firstborn male to me, the firstborn from every womb among the Israelites, both man and domestic animal; it is mine.”
Hebrews 4:14-16
14Therefore, since we have a great high priest who has passed through the heavens — Jesus the Son of God — let us hold fast to our confession. 15For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who has been tempted in every way as we are, yet without sin. 16Therefore, let us approach the throne of grace with boldness, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in time of need.
Luke 2:25-26
25There was a man in Jerusalem whose name was Simeon. This man was righteous and devout, looking forward to Israel’s consolation, and the Holy Spirit was on him. 26It had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not see death before he saw the Lord’s Messiah.
Luke 2:28-32
28Simeon took him up in his arms, praised God, and said, 29Now, Master, you can dismiss your servant in peace, as you promised. 30For my eyes have seen your salvation. 31You have prepared it in the presence of all peoples — 32a light for revelation to the Gentiles and glory to your people Israel.
Awkward moments can be opportunities to see
BiG Question: What are you searching for this Christmas?
Luke 2:33
33His father and mother were amazed at what was being said about him.
Luke 2:34
34Then Simeon blessed them and told his mother Mary, “Indeed, this child is destined to cause the fall and rise of many in Israel and to be a sign that will be opposed
Awkward moments can be opportunities to
Luke 2:35
35and a sword will pierce your own soul — that the thoughts of many hearts may be revealed.”
The BiGGEST Question: What will you do with
1 Timothy 2:3-4
3This is good, and it pleases God our Savior, 4who wants everyone to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth
Jeremiah 29:13
You will seek me and find me when you search for me with all your heart.
Next Steps:
Memorize: Jeremiah 29:13
This week: I will seize my opportunity with Jesus