Simple Christmas - Finding Peace: Dec 9, 2018

Speaker: Pastor Patrick Kelley

Originally Recorded: Dec 9, 2018

Isaiah 9:6-7

For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the increase of his government and of peace there will be no end, on the throne of David and over his kingdom, to establish it and to uphold it with justice and with righteousness from this time forth and forevermore. The zeal of the Lord of hosts will do this.

Peace is internal

Philippians 4:4-9

Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice. Let your reasonableness be known to everyone. The Lord is at hand; do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. What you have learned and received and heard and seen in me—practice these things, and the God of peace will be with you.

How often do you rejoice in the Lord?

His peace is promised when you put His Words into practice.

Big Idea:

Finding peace is finding Jesus in the situation.

5 things to help you this week - is one of these your next step?

1. See you next week!

2. Invite someone to come with you!

3. Pray and Read your Bible!

4. Find a place to serve!

5. Connect in a LifeGroup