Dr. McKellar’s Lesson for December 5, 2021

Christmas Series

Christmas and the God of Hope

Romans 15:4-13

1. Introduction

• contextual connections: Romans 14 and 15:1-3
• Because Christ is the ultimate confirmation of God’s promises, you can have hope this Christmas-and forever!
• Why Christmas?

2. Receive One Another on the Basis of Common Hope 4-7

• because the Scriptures instruct us
• so that we might have hope
• through endurance and encouragement
• so that we may glorify God

3. Recognize the Praise that Flows from the Confirmation of This Common Hope 8-15

• Christ serves on behalf of the truth of God
• Christ confirms the promises of God
• Gentiles are commanded to praise: 2 Sam. 22:50, Psa. 18:49, Deut. 32:43, Psa. 117:1
• a hope-laced prophecy: Isa. 11:10
• a prayer request: from hope to hope

4. So What?

• Bank on the basis of hope.
• Fuel your hope by feasting on the Word.
• Remember that Christmas is about hope-filled mercy.
• “…a thrill of hope, the weary world rejoices, for yonder breaks a new and glorious morn. Fall on your knees…” (J. S. Dwight)