God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen: A Blueprint for Hope

Join us for week one of our Advent series as we discover the meaning behind the song “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen.”

Key Takeaways:

#1: Remembering Christ was born is a declaration of His active

presence in our lives.

Reflecting on the birth of Christ isn’t mere nostalgia. It’s key to

reminding us that the Savior who came for us at Christmas

continues to move in our lives.

#2: The longing for Christmas to last is a longing for salvation.

We love the lights, love, and levity of Christmas -- we long for it to

never end. This longing is for a world made right -- one full of

comfort and joy that is what God will accomplish in Christ.

#3: Christmas hope is for everyone!

Lowly shepherds receive the joyous news of Jesus' birth,

highlighting that the gospel is good news for all, regardless of social

status, and Jesus is the ultimate hope for all mankind.

Bible Reading Plan

Day 1: Luke 2:4-12

Day 2: 1 Samuel 7:7-12

Day 3: Romans 3:23, 6:23, 10:9

Day 4: Ezekiel 34:11-16

Day 5: John 10:11-18

Reflection Questions:

#1. Where do you find yourself on the spectrum between trusting and

resisting the Christmas message, and what steps can you take to

move toward a deeper trust?

#2. How does the birth of Jesus as the promised Messiah shape your

understanding of hope, both personally and for the world?

#3. How do you respond to the idea that the gospel is good news for all,

especially those society might consider lowly or despised?