Use the following study questions from RightNow Media to supplement our sermon series this week. Watch “Advent” Session #1: The Servant King (by Derwin Gray) on RightNow Media

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• Have you ever asked for a gift that, when received, was different than what you expected? How did you react?

Bible Exploration

• Read Luke 2:1-20. In what ways did Jesus’ arrival not fit the usual trappings of a royal birth? How do these elements show the unexpected meekness of the Messiah?
• Which events describe aspects of his heavenly glory?
• In Philippians 2, Jesus arrival is described this way: “he emptied himself by assuming the form of a servant.” -When you hear “servant,” what characteristics do you think of? How does Jesus’ example encourage you to choose service?
• What does Jesus’ sacrifice mean to you? In what ways has his suffering served you?
• See more by clicking the Study Guide link on the “Advent” series page. (https://reader.rightnowmedia.org/1579/533460)

Deeper Walk

• Read: Read the Christmas story in Matthew 1:18–21 and Luke 2:1–38. Spend time meditating on God becoming a human.
• Pray: Ask God to open your eyes and soften your heart toward daily chances to love others like Jesus loves you.