Timely Truths About the Birth of Christ by Dr. Rod Mattoon

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We have examined two timely truths about the birth of Jesus Christ in part one of this message. 1. God’s TIMING is Always ON TIME and is Efficient, Effective, and Excellent 2. The TRUTHS of God’s Prophecies are Accurate Today, we will look at The TRIUMPH or Exaltation of the Humble and The TREMENDOUS Impact of the Presence of Jesus on the World. The world has never been the same since the birth of the Lord Jesus Christ. Humanity was able to get to know God in a personal way when His footprints and His shadow graced the grass, sand, and rocks of this planet. Men were able to witness God in the flesh. People were able to see Him, talk to Him, and touch Him. Children were able to sit on His lap. His enemies, those who were curious about Him, and those who followed Him were able to witness His divine power as He healed the sick, gave sight to eyes shrouded in darkness, music to deaf ears, food for empty tummies, and life to those who were dead. Funeral processions were not the same when Jesus was around. Because of Jesus... * Those who walked in darkness now walk in the light because of faith in Him. * Those who were hopeless now have hope for He is our hope. * Those who did not have a purpose for living have found a purpose to glorify God in their lives. * We can face death with peace and calm because of His promise of eternal life for those who trust in Him for salvation. Jesus was the epitome of humility and the epitome of true greatness. * JESUS, THE EPITOME OF GREATNESS * Our Lord created the universe, yet in His greatness, He allowed His creation to crucify Him to redeem men from the bondage of sin torments of eternal Hell. * Christ designed and created the feet of man, yet in His greatness, He became a servant and washed the filthy feet of His disciples. * Jesus is the author and creator of all science. He demonstrated His greatness by overcoming the laws of science and nature by raising the dead, walking on water, calming storms, multiplying food to feed multitudes, and healing immediately those who were lame, demon-possessed, and diseased. The psalmist was right when he said in Psalm 147:5, "Great is our Lord, and of great power: his understanding is infinite." * Jesus was the epitome of greatness in that He never sinned. He was absolutely perfect in every way. He mastered Himself. Because He was perfect, He met the qualifications to be the mediator between God and man and to be the sacrifice that would atone for the sins of mankind. No one in history could fulfill this task but Jesus Christ. He is the epitome of greatness. His character was great! His responsibility was great! His accomplishments were and continue to be great! * The epitome of His greatness was demonstrated on the cross where He laid down His life to pay the price for the sins of mankind. The crimson flow of His blood was the only currency that was acceptable to God the Father to pay the redemption price for man’s sins. In His death, He gave and continues to give humanity life for eternity to sinners who will repent of their sins, seek His cleansing and forgiveness, and place their faith in Him for salvation. His willing death was proof of His love for us despite our sinfulness and wretchedness. His mercy and saving grace have impacted those who have trusted in Him for salvation. In this message we will examine the impact of the birth of Christ and His life upon the world. We will note His impact on women, the home, children, education, and upon the lives of people who have been saved. This message was preached on Christmas Sunday, 2022, at Lincoln Land Baptist Church.

Topics

• Bible Study
• Jesus Christ