“Peace In Advent”
Colossians 1:18-23
Introduction: Have you ever noticed how peace tends to disappear around Christmas time?Our quest for “perfection” often steals away our joyWe should recognize that a “perfect” Christmas isn’t attainableThis is due in part to the fact that the Christmas celebration is rooted in several sourcesBefore we can experience peace, we must have the right outlook of Christ (v.18-20)He is the head of all thingsHe will reconcile all things to himselfThe peace treaty has been drawn upBefore we can experience peace, we must have the right outlook on how we see each other and ourselves (v.21-22a)We are holy (set apart)We are without blemishWe must see ourselves the way God would have us toBefore we can experience peace, we must have the right outlook on God the Father (v.22b-23)The war is overWe are free from accusationGod doesn’t accuse us, Satan doesConclusion: Peace comes through the gospelWe don’t have to labor for perfection to have peaceWe should pursue perfection because it is pursuing ChristChrist established a relationship of peace with us through love
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