Romans 15:1-13; Matthew 3:1-12

 Introduction

The story of Christmas is more than the birth of our savior; it’s the real message of God’s gift to the world that He love so much.

 The Faith

·         We need to read, study God’s word so that “we might have hope” (Romans 15:4)

·         We need to build our relationship with God, as one so we can “follow Christ Jesus” (Romans 15:5)

·         We need to trust one another, accept them, just as Christ accepted us (Romans 15:7)

·         We need to keep trusting Christ, so we can take this joy He has given us, to overflow into this world (Romans 15:13)

                                We need to have “the faith” by giving our ALL so we can become that servant for Christ!

 The Servant

·         We must give this gift to ALL, not keep it for our self (Romans 15:

·         We must think of others, not focusing on our needs (Romans 15:2-3)

·         We must produce good fruit, by keeping our eyes on Jesus (Matthew 3:10)

·         We must be willing to be guided by our true master (Matthew 3:11)

                                We must have an open heart to learn and obey our Father who guides us.

 Closing

Are you ready to build your relationship, or just remodel your relationship with Christ? Pray to God, pray for your heart to be willing… let this Christmas become the gift of salvation, (born again) because God has already accepted you on the cross!