Close But Not Enough - [ The Scandal of Christmas p.2 ] - John Nichols

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Close But Not Enough - [ The Scandal of Christmas p.2 ] - John Nichols

December 10, 2023 • John Nichols • Matthew 2:1–6

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It is easy to underestimate what is true.

Bethlehem was close enough to be overlooked but far enough not to be included.

What is bigger is not always better.

The scandal of Christmas shows us underestimated.

Don't underestimate Jesus ability to do everything he said he would do.

Don't underestimate how God can work through you

"Angels and Dynamic Faith" - [ pt.4 Scandal of Christmas]- John Nichols

December 24, 2023 • John Nichols and Mike Palk • Matthew 2:16–18

Knowing Something Means Nothing unless you act on it. Three Visits by Angels. Three Experiences. Three Directives Joseph obeys three times. To Grow Dynamic Faith: 1. Say Yes to God in your plans 2.Say yes to what is right 3. Keep Saying Yes to God. Trust God in the Zig Zags

How to be a Villain ( p.3) - The Scandal of Christmas - John Nichols

December 17, 2023 • John Nichols • Matthew 2:16–18

Motivation Matters! Do people know when they become the villain? If you want to be a Villain: - Use your platform for your Glory. - Refuse to Server Others - Choose the wrong transformation The Road to Jesus begins with his Gift and our Step. All sin separates us from the Father Why are you doing what you are doing? Who are you in this story?

The Scandal of Christmas pt. 1 - John Nichols

December 3, 2023 • John Nichols • Matthew 1:18–25

Unchecked Conflict Leads to relational Breakdown. When Conflict becomes entertainment , culture disintegrates. The Gift of Christmas is Scandalous. In a hospitable culture, the scandal of Jesus birth caused Joseph and Mary to be unwelcome, uninvited and unsupported. The things we wish were forgotten are ways God works through us. The Light of Jesus changes everything.