Gracious Jesus: The King is Born

by Payal

GRACIOUS JESUS1. PRESENTING THE KING

The King is BornThe Greatest ProphetJohn Baptizes JesusThe Tempter lures JesusJesus’ Ministry Launch

THE KING IS BORNPRESENTATION OVERVIEW

Matt 1,2. Lk 1-2:38; 3.23-38I. ObjectivesII. Gospel recordsIII. Facts on Birth of

JesusIV. Christ is God and

man V. Reasons for His

birth VI. Discussion

THE KING IS BORNOBJECTIVES

To:

Decipher the records for this event throughout the Bible

Understand why this birth was so special Discover aspects of Christ being both

God and man

THE KING IS BORNTHEME VERSE

THE KING IS BORNFOUR NARRATIVES [6]

MATTHEW MARK LUKE JOHNRecord of Jesus’s Birth

Elaborate genealogy –through Abraham and King David.

nothing recorded

Birth, ministry, life, death and resurrection .

Recorded in heavenly, spiritual terms.

Significant Aspect

Jesus is fulfillment of the prophecies of the Hebrew Scriptures

Not important where God’s servant is born, it is his service that defines him.

Among poor and rejected, bringing good tidings of peace and goodwill.

Shining His light of salvation in darkness, mirroring creation.

Bible References: Matt 1,2,3:23-27. Lk 1-2:40, John 1:1-14

THE KING IS BORNFACTS REGARDING THE BIRTH OF JESUS [2]

“Jesus,” means “the Lord saves,” or “He saves.”

Jesus would bring salvation from sin and eternal condemnation.

Born in Bethlehem, “the house of bread” – bore “the Bread of Life” . . .

THE KING IS BORNOLD TESTAMENT PROPHECIES

14 Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a sign: Behold, a virgin will be with child and bear a son..Isaiah 7:14

For a child will be born to us, a son will be given to us... Isaiah 9:6

“[But as for you, Bethlehem..,From you One will go forth for Me to be ruler in Israel. His goings forth are from long ago, from the days of eternity.” Micah 5:2

THE KING IS BORNPROPHECY FULFILLED IN NT

18 the birth of Jesus Christ..His mother Mary ..was found to be with child by the Holy Spirit… 20 .. an angel of the Lord appeared ..”Joseph, son of David.. the Child who has been conceived in her is of the Holy Spirit.

THE KING IS BORNCHRIST IS GOD AND MAN

In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. John 1:1 14 And the Word became flesh, and dwelt among us... John 1:14

THE ONLY SIGN“This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.“ Luke 2:12

What are other signs people look for to find Jesus? What are the dangers?

THE ONLY SIGN

Jesus is the signJesus is the centre

THE KING IS BORNCHRIST IS GOD AND MAN

He made Him who knew no sin to be sin on our behalf… 2 Corinthians 5:21

..One who has been tempted in all things as we are, yet without sin. Hebrews 4:15

It is only by being both 100% man and 100% God that Jesus could provide the only acceptable payment for man’s sins.

THE KING IS BORNREASONS FOR HIS BIRTH

Jesus had to be born to [4]: Restore lost relationship with God because of

mankind's sin. Reveal God’s own character to humanity. Atone for sins of humankind through a perfect sacrifice. Provide a mediator from man to God. Provide the promised seed of Abraham. Make God’s Spirit available to all humankind. Redeem mankind.

HIS BIRTHShare observations on: The commitment of the Magi following the star Herod’s fear vs Jews’ ignorance Faith of Mary and Joseph – alone and confident The accessibility of Jesus to shepherds at birth The first evangelists and their results The few who were ready to receive the King Any other…

THE KING IS BORNDISCUSSION1. What do you suppose Joseph felt about Mary’s

pregnancy before and after the angelic visitation?

2. What is the difference between having faith in people and

having faith in God?

3. How do we balance our physical and our spiritual lives?

4. How has the birth of Jesus impacted our Christian life?

5. Why did Jesus Christ come as Man?

REFERENCES1. https://bible.org/article/birth-jesus-christ2. https://bible.org/seriespage/2-birth-jesus-matthew-118-253. http://biblesforamerica.org/the-deep-significance-of-the-

birth-of-jesus-christ/4. http://www.ucg.org/the-good-news/seven-reasons-why-

jesus-was-born5. http://www.debate.org.uk/debate-topics/theological/

virgin/6. http://www1.cbn.com/thenativitymovie/the-birth-of-jesus-

in-the-new-testament%3A-one-event-%26ndash%3B-four-narratives