Luke 2:8-11 | They Felt Unworthy | They Felt Inadequate | They Felt Unloved

Matthew 1:18-24 ... In some ways we all struggle with what others think of us. Here are some thoughts to help overcome this fear: 1. Pleasing God often means disappointing people. 2. Becoming obsessed with what people think about youis the quickest way to forget what God thinks about you. 3. Becoming obsessed with what God thinks about you is the quickest way to forget what people think about you. 4. If your not ready to be criticized for your obedience, you are not ready to be used by God. 5. Extraordinary acts of God often start with ordinary acts of obedience.

Luke 1:26-38 ... 1. God's interruptions are often inconvenient. 2. God's purpose is often different than your plans. 3. Outcome is God's responsibility. Obedience is yours.

Isaiah 40:3-8 Here are some thoughts that will help us live by our convictions: 1.It's all about God. 2.Only the Church will last forever. 3.God expects me to love everybody. 4.The whole world needs Jesus. 5.Everything is possible with God. 6.History's conclusion is inevitable.