This passage from Galatians 1:1-5 highlights Paul’s apostleship, his message of grace, and the mission of Christ to redeem sinners. It emphasizes the sufficiency of Christ’s finished work on the cross, rejecting any addition of human effort to salvation. The text outlines the themes of ministry, message, mission, and motive, pointing to God’s glory and the transformative power of the gospel. Supporting Scriptures from Corinthians, Psalms, Matthew, John, and Titus further reinforce the doctrines of grace, redemption, and God’s sovereignty.
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Galatians 1:1 Paul, an apostle (not from men nor through man, but through Jesus
Christ and God the Father who raised Him from the dead),
Galatians 1:2 and all the brethren who are with me, To the churches of Galatia:
Galatians 1:3 Grace to you and peace from God the Father and our Lord Jesus Christ,
Galatians 1:4 who gave Himself for our sins, that He might deliver us from this present
evil age, according to the will of our God and Father,
Galatians 1:5 to whom be glory forever and ever. Amen.
Don’t add anything to the finished work of the Cross of Christ
It’s not Christ plus…
Christ plus my performance…
Christ plus my good works…
Christ plus the meetings…
Christ plus holy communion,
Christ plus keeping away from bad things…
Christ plus doing good things…
Christ plus baptism, christening …
Christ plus baptism of the Holy Spirit, speaking in tongues …
Christ plus church membership, church confirmations …
Christ plus denominations …
Christ plus the sacraments …
1) ONE MAN’S MINISTRY: GO AND MAKE DISCIPLES.
Galatians 1:1 Paul, an apostle (not from men nor through man, but through Jesus
Christ and God the Father who raised Him from the dead),
1 Corinthians 15:9 For I am the least of all the apostles. In fact, I’m not even worthy
to be called an apostle after the way I persecuted God’s church.
1 Corinthians 15:10 But whatever I am now, it is all because God poured out his
special favor on me—and not without results. For I have worked harder than
any of the other apostles; yet it was not I but God who was working through me
by his grace.
Galatians 1:2 and all the brethren who are with me, To the churches of Galatia:
2) ONE MAN’S MESSAGE: GRACE OF GOD.
Galatians 1:3 Grace to you and peace from God the Father and our Lord Jesus Christ,
3) ONE MAN’S MISSION: GOSPEL OF CHRIST.
Galatians 1:4 who gave Himself for our sins, that He might deliver us from this present
evil age, according to the will of our God and Father,
Matthew 12:29 Or how can one enter a strong man’s house and plunder his goods,
unless he first binds the strong man? And then he will plunder his house.
John 10:10 “The thief comes only to steal and kill destroy; I have come that they
might have life, and have it to the full.”
1) It meant a transfer from darkness to light.
2) It meant a transfer from slavery to freedom.
3) It meant a transfer from condemnation to forgiveness.
4) It meant a transfer from the power of Satan to the power of God.
Psalm 22:4 Our fathers trusted in You; They trusted, and You delivered them.
Psalm 22:5 They cried to You, and were delivered; They trusted in You, and were
not ashamed.
4) ONE MAN’S MOTIVE: GLORY OF GOD.
Galatians 1:5 to whom be glory forever and ever. Amen.
1 Corinthians 10:31 Whether, then, you eat or drink or whatever you do, do all to the
glory of God.
Hymn “To God Be The Glory”
To God be the glory great things He has done
So loved He the world that He gave us His son
Who yielded His life an atonement for sin
And opened the life gate that all may go in
Max Lucado (quote)
“You may be decent. You may pay taxes and kiss your kids and sleep with a clean
conscience. But apart from Christ you aren’t holy. So how can you go to heaven?
Only believe. Accept the work already done, the work of Jesus on the cross.
Only believe . . . It’s that simple? It’s that simple. It’s that easy?
There was nothing easy at all about it. The cross was heavy, the blood was real,
and the price was extravagant. It would have bankrupted you or me, so he paid
it for us. Call it simple. Call it a gift. But don’t call it easy. Call it what it is.
Call it grace.”
Titus 2:11 For the grace of God that brings salvation has appeared to all men,
How precious did that grace appear the hour I first believed.
In this insightful sermon on “God’s Guiding Principles for Gray Areas (Part 2)”, we explore biblical wisdom from Romans 14 and other scriptures about making decisions in morally ambiguous situations. Drawing from Paul’s teachings, we examine 7 key questions to guide our choices: Will it direct or detour us? Build up or tear down? Help or hinder? Free or enslave? Free or violate our conscience? Lead us by faith or feelings? Lift up or weigh down? Learn practical biblical principles for navigating life’s complex moral decisions while respecting others’ convictions and maintaining spiritual freedom. Perfect for Christians seeking wisdom in decision-making and understanding biblical perspectives on personal convictions. Based on Romans 14, 1 Corinthians 6:12, 10:23, Galatians 5:16, and Hebrews 12:1.
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Romans 14:1 Receive one who is weak in the faith, but not to disputes over
doubtful things.
Romans 14:2 For one believes he may eat all things, but he who is weak eats
only vegetables.
Romans 14:3 Let not him who eats despise him who does not eat, and let not
him who does not eat judge him who eats; for God has received him.
Romans 14:4 Who are you to judge another’s servant? To his own master he
stands or falls. Indeed, he will be made to stand, for God is able to make him
stand.
Romans 14:5 One person esteems one day above another; another esteems every
day alike. Let each be fully convinced in his own mind..
1. WILL THIS DIRECT ME OR DETOUR ME?
1 Corinthians 10:23 All things are lawful for me, but not all things are expedient;
2. WILL THIS BUILD ME UP OR TEAR ME DOWN?
1 Corinthians 10:23 “… all things are lawful for me, but not all things edify.
3. WILL THIS HELP ME OR HINDER ME?
1 Corinthians 6:12 All things are lawful for me, but all things are not helpful ….
4. WILL THIS FREE ME OR ENSLAVE ME?
1 Corinthians 6:12 … All things are lawful for me, but I will not be brought under
the power of any.
Romans 14:1 Receive one who is weak in the faith, but not to disputes over
doubtful things.
Romans 14:1 (GWT) Welcome people who are weak in faith, but don’t get into an
argument over differences of opinion.
Romans 14:2 For one believes he may eat all things, but he who is weak eats
only vegetables.
Romans 14:5 One person esteems one day above another; another esteems every
day alike.
Romans 14:3 Let not him who eats despise him who does not eat, and let not
him who does not eat judge him who eats ….
Romans 14:3 … for God has received him.
Romans 14:4 Who are you to judge another’s servant? To his own master he
stands or falls. Indeed, he will be made to stand, for God is able to make him
stand.
5. WILL THIS FREE MY CONSCIENCE OR VIOLATE MY CONSCIENCE?
Romans 14:5 “… Let each be fully convinced in his own mind.”
Romans 14:5 (PHILLIPS) Let every one be definite in his own convictions.
Romans 14:5 (GWT) Every person must make his own decision.
Romans 14:5 (MSG) So, each person is free to follow the convictions of conscience.
Romans 14:5 (TLB) On questions of this kind everyone must decide for himself.
Romans 14:5 (VOICE) In these matters, all must reach their own conclusions
and satisfy their own minds.
Romans 14:21 It is good neither to eat meat nor drink wine nor do anything by
which your brother stumbles or is offended or is made weak.
The is not just “Would it hurt you?”
The question is also “Will it hurt somebody else?”
Romans 14:22 Do you have faith? Have it to yourself before God …
Romans 14:22 (NLT) You may believe there’s nothing wrong with what you are doing,
but keep it between yourself and God…
In other words, don’t impose your beliefs in gray areas on other people.
Some things are wrong for you that are right for others.
And some things are right for you that are wrong for others.
6. WILL I LIVE BY FAITH OR BY FEELINGS?
Romans 14:23 But he who doubts is condemned … for whatever is not from faith is sin.
Galatians 5:16 “… Walk in the Spirit, and you shall not fulfill the lust of the flesh..
We don’t pray because we are trying to change God.
We pray because we are trying to change ourselves..
7. WILL THIS LIFT ME UP OR WEIGH ME DOWN?
Hebrews 12:1 Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud
of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us,
and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us,
Hebrews 12:1 (TLB) “… let us strip off anything that slows us down or holds us back,
Hebrews 12:1 (VOICE) “… ‘let us drop every extra weight
Hebrews 12:1 (KJV) “… let us lay aside … the sin which doth so easily beset us …”
Hebrews 12:1 (CEV) “… especially the sin that just won’t let go
Hebrews 12:1 (GNT) “… the sin which holds on to us so tightly
Hebrews 12:1 (NET) “… the sin that clings so closely
Hebrews 12:1 (NLT) “… especially the sin that so easily hinders our progress
Hebrews 12:1 (TLB) “… especially those sins that wrap themselves so tightly around
our feet and trip us up
1 John 1:8 If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is
not in us.
In this sermon, “God’s Guiding Principles for Gray Areas,” we explore the biblical wisdom that challenges the idea that “all things are lawful.” Drawing from scriptures such as 1 Corinthians 10:23 and 6:12, Proverbs 4:7, Romans 15, and Galatians 5, we learn that while many choices may be allowed, not every decision leads to growth, edification, or freedom.
Key questions guide our reflection:
Will This Direct Me or Detour Me?
Discover how to choose paths that lead to constructive outcomes rather than distractions.
Will This Build Me Up or Tear Me Down?
Understand the importance of actions that edify and strengthen not just ourselves, but the community around us.
Will This Help Me or Hinder Me?
Evaluate whether our choices contribute to our well-being or become stumbling blocks in our journey.
Will This Free Me or Enslave Me?
Learn that true freedom is not about indulging every desire but about living under God’s guidance, avoiding the chains of sin and unhealthy habits.
We also address modern challenges—from lifestyle and health issues to societal trends—that echo the timeless struggle between liberty and bondage. Join us as we unpack how living with wisdom and moderation not only honors God but also transforms our lives, ensuring that our freedom truly sets us free.
Tune in to discover a biblical blueprint for making choices that lead to a healthier, more fulfilling life in Christ!
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1 Corinthians 10:23 All things are lawful for me, but not all things are expedient;
all things are lawful for me, but not all things edify.
1 Corinthians 6:12 All things are lawful for me, but all things are not helpful.
All things are lawful for me, but I will not be brought under the power of any.
Proverbs 4:7 Wisdom is the principal thing; Therefore get wisdom. And in all your
getting, get understanding.
1 Corinthians 6:12 All things are lawful for me …
All things are lawful for me …
1 Corinthians 10:23 All things are lawful for me …
all things are lawful for me …
1 Corinthians 6:12 (TLB) I can do anything I want to if Christ has not said no …”
All things not unlawful are lawful to me.
1. WILL THIS DIRECT ME OR DETOUR ME?
1 Corinthians 10:23 All things are lawful for me, but not all things are expedient;
2. WILL THIS BUILD ME UP OR TEAR ME DOWN?
1 Corinthians 10:23 “… all things are lawful for me, but not all things edify.
1 Corinthians 10:23 (AMP) All things are lawful, but not all things are constructive…
1 Corinthians 10:23 (VOICE) “All things are permitted,” they say. Yes, but not all
things build up and strengthen others in the body.
Romans 15:2 Let each of us please his neighbor for his good, leading to edification.
Romans 15:3 For even Christ did not please Himself;…
The world tears down, so the church better build up.
1 Corinthians 14:26 How is it then, brethren? Whenever you come together, …
Let all things be done for edification. ’
3. WILL THIS HELP ME OR HINDER ME?
1 Corinthians 6:12 All things are lawful for me, but all things are not helpful ….
Psalm 37:21 The wicked borrows and does not repay
Ephesians 5:3 (NIV) But among you there must not be even a hint of sexual immorality,
or of any kind of impurity, or of greed, because these are improper for God’s holy people.
Romans 8:14 For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, these are sons of God.
4. WILL THIS FREE ME OR ENSLAVE ME?
1 Corinthians 6:12 … All things are lawful for me, but I will not be brought under
the power of any.
1 Corinthians 6:12 (PHILLIPS) I may do everything, but I must not be a slave of anything.
We are the sickiest country in the world.
In 1960, 6% of Americans had chronic disease, today 60% do.
Our children are the sickest generation in American history.
Our kids have autoimmune diseases, neurological diseases, obesity,
300% increase in diabetes
38% of teenagers are now prediabetic
We are on the verge of, at best, a health crisis and, at worst, a societal collapse
with 20% of GDP going to health expenditures.
Jesse Watters quote on The Five on 01/29/25
” I want to tell you a little story about Jimmy. So Jimmy wakes up in the morning
and both parents work, so they don’t have time to make him eggs, so he has
frosted flacks and fruit juice. So he goes to school and he is all hopped up on sugar
and he crashes. And then he does the school lunch program and he does grilled
cheese, cheetohs and cherry coke, so he is hopped up again then he crashes.
The people at the school tell the parents this kid must be bi-polar or ADHD so
you gotta medicate him. So he is medicated. Then he doesn’t do recess because
he is looking at his phone the whole time. And at the after school program he is inside.
Then he goes home and since his parents are helicopter parents, they don’t let
him outside to play in the neighborhood because they are worried about pedophiles.
So he goes inside and plops himself in front of the television until his parents
come home and they are too busy because they are back from work and so they
order ‘take out’ more fried food. And then he sits in front of his ipad before he
goes to sleep and he doesn’t get a good sleep because he has had screen time
all day, no sunlight and no exercise. And this cycle repeats itself for years until
he is single, suicidal, overmedicated, fat, sick, lonely and depressed.”
There are millions of Jimmys out there in this country who have been neglected,
preyed upon and they want to get healthy but they don’t have the knowledge,
the support system or the environment to make it happen.”
Philiippians 4:5 Let your moderation be known unto all men.
1 Corinthians 6:12 (VOICE) So you say, “For me, all things are permitted.” Here’s my
response: I will not allow anything to control me.
John 8:32 (ESV) And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.
John 8:36 So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed
Galations 5:1 For freedom Christ has set us free; stand firm therefore, and do not
submit again to a yoke of slavery
Freedom is not living independent of God, freedom is living dependent on God.
There is no freedom apart from God.
Galatians 5:13 (NLT) … Don’t use your freedom to satisfy your sinful nature.
Galatians 5:13 (TLB) … You have been given freedom: not freedom to do wrong
Galatians 5:13 (TMG) Just make sure that you don’t use this freedom as an
excuse to do whatever you want to do and destroy your freedom.
Kris Kristofferson quote:
Freedom is just another word for nothin’ left to lose.
Quote from the novel, “The Unbearable Lightness of Being”
“And when nobody wakes you up in the morning. And when nobody waits for you
at night. And when you can do whatever you want. What do you call it? Freedom
or loneliness.”
The deceptive power of sin is so great that it makes it possible for a person to be
a slave to something and think they are free..”
Romans 6:6 Knowing this, that our old man was crucified with Him, that the body of
sin might be done away with, that we should no longer be slaves of sin.
Romans 6:7 For he who has died has been freed from sin.
Romans 6:8 Now if we died with Christ, we believe that we shall also live with Him,
In this sermon, we explore the profound teachings of Jesus in Matthew 5:33–37, where He calls His followers to be truthful, simple, and trustworthy in their words. We examine four critical aspects of letting your “Yes” be “Yes”—God’s affirmative nature, the wrong “Yes” to God, the evil “Yes” to God, and the right “Yes” to God.
With foundational scriptures from Genesis, Psalms, Hebrews, and James, this message emphasizes God’s faithfulness to His promises, the importance of integrity, and the ultimate submission to Christ as Savior and Lord. We are reminded that every promise we make reflects on the God we serve. Let us live out the truth of our faith in word and deed, always saying “Yes” to God.
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Matthew 5:33 “Again you have heard that it was said to those of old, ‘You shall not
swear falsely, but shall perform your oaths to the Lord.’
Matthew 5:34 But I say to you, do not swear at all: neither by heaven, for it is God’s
throne;
Matthew 5:35 nor by the earth, for it is His footstool; nor by Jerusalem, for it is the
city of the great King.
Matthew 5:36 Nor shall you swear by your head, because you cannot make one hair
white or black.
Matthew 5:37 But let your ‘Yes’ be ‘Yes,’ and your ‘No,’ ‘No.’ For whatever is more
than these is from the evil one..
I. OUR GOD IS A GOD OF YES.
Genesis 2:16 And the Lord God commanded the man, saying, “Of every tree of the
garden you may freely eat;
Genesis 2:17 but of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil you shall not eat, for in
day that you eat of it you shall surely die.”
So God gave them just one ” No ” in the midst of a thousand ” Yeses ”
Genesis 3:1 Now the serpent was more subtil than any beast of the field which the
LORD God had made. And he said unto the woman, Yea, hath God said, Ye shall
not eat of every tree of the garden?
A Minister’s Quote:
“I grew up in a small, mill village church where every Sunday we were told what
not to do. We were against sin period. But honestly we didn’t know what we were for.
We were just against.
For most of us, Christianity seems to be defined by those things we aren’t supposed
to do. We always know what we aren’t supposed to do, but few of us know what we
should be living for.”
Psalm 84:11 For the LORD God is a sun and shield: the LORD will give grace and
glory: no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly.
II. THE WRONG YES TO GOD.
Matthew 5:33 “Again you have heard that it was said to those of old, ‘You shall not
swear falsely, but shall perform your oaths to the Lord.’
An oath is simply this:
It is making a statement and calling God to witness to the truth of that statement
and invoking a curse from God if in fact you’re not telling the truth.
We do it, we swear, we say, “I swear to God it’s the truth.”
The best definition biblically of an oath is:
Hebrews 6:16 For men indeed swear by the greater, and an oath for confirmation
is for them an end of all dispute.
Matthew 26:71 And when he had gone out to the gateway, another girl saw
him and said to those who were there, “This fellow also was with Jesus of Nazareth.”
Matthew 26:72 But again he denied with an oath, “I do not know the Man!”
Matthew 26:73 And a little later those who stood by came up and said to Peter,
Surely you also are one of them, for your speech betrays you.
Matthew 26:74 Then he began to curse and swear, saying, “I do not know the Man!”
Exodus 20:7 “You shall not take the name of the Lord, your God, in vain; for the Lord
will not hold him guiltless who takes his name in vain”
Matthew 5:34 But I say to you, do not swear at all: neither by heaven, for it is God’s
throne;
Matthew 5:35 nor by the earth, for it is His footstool; nor by Jerusalem, for it is the
city of the great King.
Matthew 5:36 Nor shall you swear by your head, because you cannot make one hair
white or black.
You promised that you would be faithful to your spouse.
You said you would show up at a certain time.
You promised your son you would play ball with him.
You assured your roommate you would carry out your end of the load.
You signed a contract that committed you to certain things.
You told your neighbor you would bring back the tool you borrowed.
You swore to tell the truth when you took the stand.
You told someone you would pay back the money you borrowed.
You signed up for the service you should pay your bills
You said that you would call someone back.
You told someone you would pray for them..
III. THE EVIL YES TO GOD.
Matthew 5:37 But let your ‘Yes’ be ‘Yes,’ and your ‘No,’ ‘No.’ For whatever is more
than these is from the evil one.
IV. THE RIGHT YES TO GOD.
1) Let Your Yes be Yes To The Promises of God.
2 Corinthians 1:20 For all the promises of God in Him are Yes, and in Him Amen,
to the glory of God through us.
Amen is a word that means to say “Yes to God.”
Trading My Sorrows lyrics
I’m trading my sorrows
I’m trading my shame
I’m laying them down for the joy of the Lord
Yes Lord, yes Lord, yes yes Lord
Yes Lord, yes Lord, yes yes Lord, Amen.
2) Let Your Yes be Yes to Submitting to God.
James 4:7 Therefore submit to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you.
James 4:8 Draw near to God and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands,
you sinners; and purify your hearts, you double-minded.
James 4:9 Lament and mourn and weep! Let your laughter be turned to mourning
and your joy to gloom.
James 4:10 Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and He will lift you up.
3) Let Your Yes be Yes to Jesus as Savior and Lord.
Matthew 12:30 “He who is not with Me is against Me, and he who does not gather
with Me scatters abroad.
This Christmas, let’s dive into the profound truths of the nativity story as we explore four powerful themes:
✨ Christian Biology: Marvel at the miraculous conception of Jesus through the Holy Spirit, showing God’s divine power over creation.
✨ Christmas Missiology: Celebrate the good tidings of great joy shared with all people, a reminder of God’s mission to bring salvation to everyone.
✨ Christmas Christology: Reflect on the truth that Jesus, born in the city of David, is the Savior who came to redeem us from sin.
✨ Christmas Doxology: Join the angels in proclaiming “Glory to God in the highest” as we worship the King of Kings, who brings peace and goodwill to all.
This message calls us to pause amidst the hustle of the season, to focus on the gift of Christ, and to respond with worship and devotion. Whether you’re a shepherd, a wise man, or someone offering the gift of your heart, let’s glorify God together for the greatest gift ever given: Jesus Christ.
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Luke 1:26 Now in the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent by God to a city of
Galilee named Nazareth,
Luke 1:27 to a virgin betrothed to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of
David. The virgin’s name was Mary.
Luke 1:28 And having come in, the angel said to her, “Rejoice, highly favored one,
the Lord is with you; blessed are you among women!”
Luke 1:29 But when she saw him, she was troubled at his saying, and considered
what manner of greeting this was.
Luke 1:30 Then the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found
favor with God.
Luke 1:31 And behold, you will conceive in your womb and bring forth a Son, and
shall call His name Jesus.
Luke 1:32 He will be great, and will be called the Son of the Highest; and the Lord
God will give Him the throne of His father David.
Luke 1:33 And He will reign over the house of Jacob forever, and of His kingdom
there will be no end.”
1. CHRISTIAN BIOLOGY.
Luke 1:31 And behold, you will conceive in your womb and bring forth a Son, and
shall call His name Jesus.
Luke 1:34 Then Mary said to the angel, “How can this be, since I do not know a man?”
Luke 1:35 And the angel answered and said to her, “The Holy Spirit will come upon
you, and the power of the Highest will overshadow you; therefore, also, that Holy
One who is to be born will be called the Son of God
Acts 5:15 so that they brought the sick out into the streets and laid them on beds
and couches, that at least the shadow of Peter passing by might fall on some of them.
Romans 5:12 Wherefore, as by one man sin entered into the world, and death by
sin; and so death passed upon all men, for that all have sinned:
2. CHRISTMAS MISSIOLOGY.
Luke 2:6 So it was, that while they were there, the days were completed for her to
be delivered.
Luke 2:7 And she brought forth her firstborn Son, and wrapped Him in swaddling
cloths, and laid Him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn.
Luke 2:8 Now there were in the same country shepherds living out in the fields,
keeping watch over their flock by night.
Luke 2:9 And behold, an angel of the Lord stood before them, and the glory of the
Lord shone around them, and they were greatly afraid.
Luke 2:10 Then the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid, for behold, I bring you
good tidings of great joy which will be to all people.
Good tidings = glad, happy, joyous news = the gospel !
Great joy = over abundance of well being = satisfaction !
All people = to any and all who will listen = to those who receive !
This gospel satisfies all people who receive it.
3. CHRISTMAS CHRISTOLOGY.
Luke 2:11 For there is born to you this day in the city of David a Savior, who is
Christ the Lord.
We’re all sinners in need of a Savior and that Savior is Jesus.
4. CHRISTMAS DOXOLOGY.
Luke 2:13 And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host
praising God and saying:
Luke 2:14 “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, goodwill toward men!”
It came upon the midnight clear, that glorious song of old,
From angels bending near the earth to touch their harps of gold
“Peace on the earth, good will to men, from heaven’s all-gracious King.”
The world in solemn stillness lay, to hear the angels sing.
Christmas is no respecter of persons. Everything is level.
1 Corinthians 1:26 For you see your calling, brethren, that not many wise according
to the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble, are called.
1 Corinthians 1:27 But God has chosen the foolish things of the world to put to shame
the wise, and God has chosen the weak things of the world to put to shame the things
which are mighty;
1 Corinthians 1:28 and the base things of the world and the things which are despised
God has chosen, and the things which are not, to bring to nothing the things that are,
1 Corinthians 1:29 that no flesh should glory in His presence.
1 Corinthians 1:30 But of Him you are in Christ Jesus, who became for us wisdom
from God–and righteousness and sanctification and redemption—
1 Corinthians 1:31 that, as it is written, “He who glories, let him glory in the Lord.”
Lyrics “In the bleak midwinter”
What can I give him, poor as I am?
If I were a shepherd, I would bring a lamb,
If I were a wise man I would do my part,
Yet what I can I give him, give him my heart.
Key Scriptures
Luke 1:26-33 – Announcement of Jesus’ birth by the angel Gabriel.
Luke 2:6-14 – The nativity story, the shepherds, and the angelic proclamation.
Romans 5:12 – Humanity’s need for redemption through Christ.
1 Corinthians 1:26-31 – God’s choice of the humble to reveal His glory.
