Matthew 1:18–25Episode 2 - December 7

INTRO – Every Yes Is Also a No I. The Struggle of “Yes” – When God’s Plan Makes No Sense (vv. 18–19)1. Joseph’s impossible bind2. The faith crisis: “Why would God do it this way?”3. Our struggle mirrors Joseph’s II. The Cost of “Yes” – What Your Yes Has to Say No To (v. 20)1. Saying yes means saying no to fear2. Saying yes means letting go of your script3. Christmas as God’s invasion4. Application III. The Blessing of “Yes” – What God Says Yes to When You Do (vv. 21–25)1. Adoption2. Presence3. Freedom4. Participation CONCLUSION – Jesus’ Yes Makes Yours Possible1. Joseph’s yes inspires; Jesus’ yes saves2. At the cross, Emmanuel is forsaken for our adoption3. The invitation today