Introduction: The ‘gospels’ of the world and ‘the gospel’ of Christmas

1. Prepare to receive the gospel of Christmas (Luke 2:8-9)
   

2. Hear the gospel of Christmas (Luke 2:10-12)

   a. The gospel of great joy
   

   b. The gospel for all the people 
   

   c. The gospel: Christ the Lord has come 
   

   d. The gospel's sign: A manger
   

3. Respond to the gospel of Christmas (Luke 2:13-21)

     a. with praise
   

     b. with haste 
   

     c. make him known 
   

     d. treasure in your heart 
   

Conclusion: The gospel of Christmas