The reign of sin and death was stopped when the Light arrived!

1. God foretold that the Light was C________. Isaiah 59:15 – 60:20
   1. Daylight gets shorter as we move away from the sun.
   2. People moved away from G ____ to darkness… death.
   3. R __________ influence dimmed: God’s light shown. Genesis 6-9
   4. N           plague against Egypt: 3 days of darkness on Egyptians, but Israelite slaves had light. Exodus 10:23
   5. God’s A________: cloud by day; fire at night. Exodus 13:21
   6. Psalm 27:1
   7. Psalm 112:4
2. God Sent the Light of the W__________ .
   1. Simeon, a S__________ of God, was waiting in the Temple, saw baby Jesus, and blessed God. Luke 2:29-32
   2. John’s Gospel: Jesus is God’s Light for the world. John 1:1f
   3. Jesus is the L_______ of the world. John 8:12
   4. Jesus sets people F______ from darkness and corruption that we may walk in His glorious Light. John 12:35, 46 Ephesians 5:8
3. Even With More Light, the W_________ Must be Faced.
   1. As winter begins, we must face three months of cold.
   2. Jesus faced R_____________ with purpose.
   3. Face your dark days. James 1:2-4
   4. Believers are A________________ of Christ. II Corinthians 5:20            Matthew 28:19
   5. Jesus gives us the P__________! Ephesians 5:1-16; John 3:19-21

1. We Honor Jesus for C_______________ to Earth.
   1. P___________ revealed God Redeemer.
   2. God P _______________ to not turn His back. Joel 2:12-13
   3. God’s P _____ of salvation: one Savior. John 14:6
   4. He became H  to experience/overcome. Is.9:6;53:11;Mt.1:20f
2. We Honor Jesus for His T__________ , for He Is Wonderful.
   1. The W______ of God in human flesh. John 1:1-2,1
   2. Jesus T__________ and exemplified righteousness. Matthew 7:28f
   3. His I_________________ kept multitudes awestruck. Mark 3:7f
   4. His words are not empty, but ARE… Matthew 8:5-13, 23-27
3. We Honor Jesus for Being the Great C_______________.
   1. History records many influential leaders. I Kings 3:12
   2. Jesus’ wisdom S_____________ all. John 6:33-35,48-51,63; Ps.119
   3. When Jesus came, activity stopped. D. Scripture: best C__________!
4. We Honor Jesus for Bringing G___________ and Joy.
   1. Human S___ resulted in death. Romans 3:23
   2. Dictators, Barbarians & Legalists vs. Jesus Christ.
   3. God’s A________ inspired the shepherds. Luke 2:10f
   4. Jesus brought to ____ forgiveness, freedom, love… Romans 6:3-4
5. We Honor Jesus for Being M_______ G____.
   1. Only God could fulfill P_________.
   2. Conception by a V________!
   3. God protected J_______ the Lamb.
   4. Divine nature was displayed.
6. We Honor Jesus for Being the E___________ F________!
   1. Jesus: S___ of God; One with the Father. Genesis 1:1,26; John 1:1;8:58
   2. One with the H S________. John 14:23,26;15:26; Matthew 28:19
   3. The Triune God R______ everything. D. Jesus rules. Colossians 1:15-20
7. We Honor Jesus for Being P_________ of Peace.
   1. Jesus brings peace between M___ and God. Romans 6:23
   2. … peace between each person and S_____. Romans 8:1-2
   3. … peace between you and others. Matthew 5:43-48; Revelation 21:1-7

God foretold that He would send His Servant for all. He sent His own Son to restore a sweet, loving relationship with Him.      Isaiah 53:6; 42:1-9

1. The Savior of the _________________.
   1. God appointed ____________ of Nazareth. Matthew 1:16-25
   2. Joseph was a ________________. Matthew 13:54-55
   3. God ________________ Joseph to raise Jesus. Luke 2:21f
   4. Parents, train the children. Ephesians 6:4
2. The Savior of the common ________________.
   1. ____________ announced to shepherds. Luke 2:8-20
   2. A ________________ boy anointed King of Israel. I Samuel 16
   3. The ___________ said to shepherds…. Luke 2:10-11
   4. Jesus came for the every-day worker…
   5. Jesus is still the _________of the every-day worker.
3. Jesus is the Savior of Society’s ________.
   1. Matthew 2:1-12 records the arrival of _________.
   2. These searchers were the ___________.
   3. ________________ traveled far by a STAR. Numbers 24:17
   4. They F_____ D_______ in worship!
   5. Jesus is still worthy. Philippians 2:9-11
4. Jesus is the Savior of E_______ P_________.
   1. Jesus touched every level of ____________. John 3:16-18
   2. Jesus loves ______________. Matthew 19:14
   3. Jesus loves frustrated ____________. Matthew 11:28-30
   4. Jesus saves the _____________. He mingled with ALL!
   5. All who ___________ and obey are welcomed by Jesus.

Jesus is the Savior for all! His blessings are sweeter than sugar or honey and last forever.

Psalm 105:1-3     I Thessalonians 5:18

Our Creator made Creation and is worthy of our thanks & praise.God used the heathen Assyrians as His judgment tool against corrupt Israel. Due to Judah’s flagrant sin, they will be invaded. But Isaiah included reasons for thanking God. God has not deserted, nor forsaken His people.

1. GOD PROMISED TO SEND A _______________ KING TO REIGN. 11:1,2(-5)
   1. 250 years previous: I Chronicles 17:11-14
   2. A ____ _ ____  _________ runs through the Bible. Genesis 49:10f
   3. ___________ already reminded his audience of the Messiah:
      1. _________ to t/ nations (ch.2);
      2. Redeemer of Israel (ch.4);
      3. Born of a virgin (7:14);
      4.  __________ of the world (ch.9)
   4. We are _________________ that God kept His promises.
2. GOD PROMISED A NEW HOME OF PERFECT ______________ . 11:6,9
   1. _________________________ tries to legislate peace. Genesis 8:21
   2. Someone _____________ in Peace is needed; but no human can.
   3. Isaiah addressed a _____________ that only knew war.
   4. We Thank God that He sent the __________ of __________. Luke 2:14
   5. Jesus gave peace to His ______________. John 14:27; Galatians 5:22-23
   6. Jesus is preparing a perfect place: IT IS COMING!
3. God Promised to _______________ All of His Scattered People 11:11-12
   1. part of God’s punishment for Israel: they will be ________________.
      1. The continuous rebellion against God reaps the Reward.
      2. But each successive generation can _____________ for themselves.
      3. God does not forget those who love Him. *Rahab & Ruth.
   2. As Isaiah writes, Israel is judged. Judah was next, but was spared!
   3. ___ years later, Jesus came, and Israel was still scattered (book of Acts).
   4. Proverbs 15:3; 2 Chronicles 16:9; Matthew 28:20; Acts 2:38; Romans 8

Be Thankful: Jesus Is COMING BACK!

Paul is writing in bold, heavy letters for emphasis. It is URGENT, so let’s pay attention to Paul’s closing words to the churches of Galatia and to us.

1. _______________ OF THOSE WHO WANT TO MAKE A GOOD SHOW.
   1. Paul warns against trying to live as a _______-______________ Galatians 5:4
   2. Mosaic Law is God’s _________ Law Romans 3:23 Isaiah 53:6
   3. V.13, The teachers could not keep the Law themselves.
   4. God only commanded this rule for Abraham’s family, then Jacob’s. John 14:15                                         B ALL JESUS WANTS U 2 B.
2. CHRISTIANITY REQUIRES A __________________ LIFESTYLE.
   1. 1. God did not intend the Law to be used as a ____________________ system. Matthew 7:21-23
      2. Israel was not in ___________ standing with God.
      3. Jesus & His disciples were frequently ______________ about their lifestyle. 6:1f
         1. The Disciples were …
         2. Jesus ___________ a man’s withered hand.
         3. LAW required __________ to stay away.                                                                                             * Jesus did not become _________________                                                                             Christ Was Being ALL GOD WANTED HIM 2 B
3. I MUST BECOME A NEW _____________________  (Vrs. 14-16).
   1. Galatians 3:27-29 __________________ with Christ at their immersion.
   2. Romans 6:3-11 “consider yourselves to be _______ to sin, but _______ to God in Christ Jesus.”
   3. Romans 12:1-2 = Dedicate our time, energy, talent and treasure to God.
   4. Galatians 5:24-25

Have I Become ALL GOD WANTS ME 2 B?      Live your faith in Jesus Christ!

We are called to a great task. Galatians 6:9; Revelation 2:10b   Our text discusses some of the aspects of the LAW OF THE HARVEST.

1. You will ________ what you sow: the Law of the Harvest.
   1. Seed produces after its ________. Genesis 1:11 still works.
   2. _________________ programming is governed by a form of this law. Mathematics is the same. Jesus alludes to the negative aspects of this principle in His parable, the Wheat and the Tares. Matthew 13:24f
   3. (V.6) ____________________ should be flowing from every believer.
      1. Gospel Teachers will see God’s transforming power in believers.
      2. Your thankfulness and appreciation should be multiplying.
      3. Share your blessing with the one who helped you receive it.
      4. A _____________ thank you is always appreciated.                                           * LET’S BE A THANKSGIVING PEOPLE. I Thessalonians 5:18
   4. Worldly focus has no long term benefit. The earth is headed for destruction. But, Godly service ENDURES. Acts 9:36f
2. Achieving A Harvest Requires ________________ .
   1. Jesus _____________ victory over death in eternal life to the obedient. The grave is toothless against Believers
   2. ______all of the commands of Jesus. (John 14:15, 21) 1. Your decision; 2. Believe; 3. Repent; 4. Confess; 5. Baptism; 6. Live for Jesus
   3. ____________ living includes: 1. learning more Bible; 2. Saying Thank You; 3. Encouraging; 4. Intentionally doing good. Revelation 2:4-5                                               * STAY DEVOTED TO CHRIST IN ACHIEVING HIS HARVEST!
3. Remember God’s _________ When Your Heart Grows Weary.
   1. _________________the Reward, in spite of the cost…
   2. Hebrews 10:23-25.
      1. 1. ___________________ the church family…
      2. Guard against SKIPPING OUT …
   3. You are examples of ________________________ .
   4. Boldly & tirelessly work in God’s field. BE FARMERS FOR JESUS

Words of encouragement & physical assistance are important. But greater is the concern for the soul. Jesus says: “Love one another as I have loved you.” (Jn. 13:34-35) Paul instructs: be a RESTORATION PEOPLE. Live Christ’s love.

1. Restoration is a Task for ________________ Christians. V.1
   1. ______ groups of people; Believers /Non-Believers. Two groups of believers: Galatians 5; Romans 12:1-2
   2. Corinthian believers were ______________ I Cor. 1:4-7; 3:3
   3. God’s plan is to ______________ the Fallen Saint; Ephesians 2:8f   Luke 6:39-42;   I Peter 2:1-2;   Romans 15:1-3
2. Restoration is a Task for ________Than One Person
   1. V.1 uses __________ pronouns: YOU/YOURSELVES
   2. Jesus gave guidelines for handling sins Matthew 18:15-17
   3. Handle group sin – Galatians 2:11f
   4. The entire church ___________ must do its part                                          EMT’s = Eternity Moral Trainers; DR = Death Relievers                                      RN’s = Responding Neighbor; LPN’s = Loving People Nicely
   5. V.5 Individual accountability before God. Romans 14:12
3. Restoration is to be Done with Genuine ______________. (V.1)
   1. Ephesians 2:8
   2. Titus 3:2-5; II Corinthians 10:1; II Timothy 2:24
   3. Be _______________ to the person
   4. If someone refuses; Mt. 18:17; I Cor.4:21; I Cor.5:11
   5. Be prepared to _______________ a repentant believer. II Cor. 2:6f
4. Restoration Must Be Done ___________________. (V.1)
   1. Watch ___________________. The lust of the flesh is attractive…
   2. Help each other, but DON’T take more than you can handle
5. Restoration Must Be Done ___________________. (V.1)
   1. Be in constant ______________________ with God (I Thes.5:17)
   2. V.2 “Bear one another’s burdens…” Prov.1:7; 4:5; James 1:5f; 5:14f