Christmas Specials

Christmas Special 2023 #3 - December 24, 2023
(Ps 96:11-13) Praising our God. Completion of study of Triune God in Christmas story. Involvement of Father (Ekz 18:4) and Holy Spirit (Jn 16:7-8; Lk 1:35). Christmas is much more than a baby in a manger. Christ has redeemed us (1 Tim 2:5-6). Update on the Hurtado Foundation’s promotion of ministries of education and theological teaching in seminaries, biblical institutes and universities in Latin America and Spain. Diana Hurtado also gave a update on the Hurtado’s recent trip to Israel at the onset of the war.

Christmas Special 2023 #2 - December 17, 2023
Focus on Triune God (Jn 16:8-10) continued with study of God the Father. The Father, the standard of righteousness and judgment, is rich in mercy (Ex 20:1-17; Eph 2:4-5). The Gift of Christ (Rom 5:8).

Christmas Special 2023 #1 - December 10, 2023
(Ps 145:1-21) Psalm of praise. Doctrines associated with the incarnation of Christ, showing the involvement of each member of Godhead. Hypostatic union vs. incarnation vs. trichotomous nature (Jn 1:1, 14, 3:16; 1 Tim 3:16). Predestination and adoption (Eph 1:5).

Christmas Special 2022 - December 25, 2022
(Is 9:6; Mt 1:18-21; Lk 1:26-38) Christmas passages. When we celebrate the birth of Christ, what are we celebrating? Study of the significance of Christmas (Rom 5:12; Gal 4:4-5; Heb 10:5-7).

Christmas Special 2021 #3 - December 26, 2021
Update on Pastor Inghram's health and Baby Brady Dyer. The cast of the Christmas story. Part 3: Birth of the Christ-Child (Lk 2:1-20; Is 9:6-7). What is meant by "filled with the Holy Spirit" (Lk 1:42). Jesus was born and died for us that we might have eternal life (Mt 1:21; Jn 3:14).

Christmas Special 2021 #2 - December 22, 2021
(Is 7:14) The cast of the Christmas story. Part 2: Elizabeth (Lk 1:24b-25, 57-64), Mary (Lk 1:26-38) and Joseph (Mt 1:18-25). God blesses us with the roles that we play in His plan.

Christmas Special 2021 #1 - December 19, 2021
(Isa 7:14) The cast of the Christmas story. Part 1: Zacharias (Lk 1:5-24a). No matter how impossible a situation may seem, with God, nothing is impossible.

Christmas Special 2020 #4 - December 30, 2020
Mt 1:18-25. Chronology of Christmas events continued (Mt 2; Lk 2). Review of Mary and Joseph's betrothal time period. Reading from passage of "Yeshua," by Arnold Fruchtenbaum. This chronology demonstrates God's plan for Jesus. God provides remarkably not only for His Son, but for us today. Study of verses 22-25 in Mt 1. Joseph has a problem. God solves his problem. God intervenes in our lives as well.

Christmas Special 2020 #3 - December 27, 2020
Ps 90:12, 145:3: Call to worship. (Lk 2:1-7) Perspective of obedience: chronology of Christmas events (Mt 1, 2; Lk 1, 2). Joseph and Mary went through a challenging time in their lives but relied on God. We, too, should obey and trust in the Lord.

Christmas Special 2020 #2 - December 23, 2020
Importance of music in worship. The Christmas star: natural or supernatural (Mt 2:1-11)? Reading of article by Jason Lisle, “What Was the Christmas Star?” (Mt 1:18-25) Study of verses 20-21. An angel visits Joseph in a dream.

Christmas Special 2020 #1 - December 20, 2020
Lk 1:26-39: Call to worship. Joseph of Nazareth: The perspective of obedience (Mt 1:18-25). Background on Joseph. How would you feel if you were the model for the perfect human being? Study of verses 18-19. Mary rests in God. Joseph is faced with a decision.

Christmas Special 2019 #2 - December 29, 2019
Heb 1:14. Study of angels continued, including their exaltation (Isa 6:3; Rev 4:8; Lk 2:13-14) and service (Mt 28:2, 5-6; Lk 22:43; 1 Pet 1:12).

Christmas Special 2019 #1 - December 22, 2019
Ps 148:1-6. A study of the creatures called angels (Ps 104:4), including their appearances to Zechariah (Lk 1:5-22), Mary (v. 26-38), Joseph (Mt 1:18-24), and the shepherds (Lk 2:8-14). Let’s share their enthusiasm in announcing the birth of our Lord to the world.

Christmas Special 2018 #1 - December 23, 2018
Psalm 148:1-6: Call to all of creation to praise the Lord. These verses help us to understand the importance of Christmas. Taking a supernatural perspective of exultation, we take a look at the angels (God's fiery messengers) and their role in announcing the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ. This includes: Gabriel to Zacharias (Luke 1:5-20), Gabriel to Mary (Luke 1:26-38), Gabriel to Joseph (Matt 1:18-25), and the angels to the shepherds (Luke 2:8-14). We should have faith to serve God with the same purpose.

Christmas Special 2017 #5 - January 7, 2018
Communion. Mt 1:18-25; Lk 2:1-7. Gabriel reveals to Joseph that, in fulfillment of OT prophecy, Mary's pregnancy has been provided by G/HS, and he is to take her as wife—the precise information he needs to solve his dilemma. Joseph loves Mary sacrificially and acts in obedience to God, trusting His sovereign wisdom and provision. In the line of David and the son of God, Jesus' qualifications are established as both Ruler and Savior. Their flight to Egypt (2:13ff).

Christmas Special 2017 #4 - January 7, 2018
Mt 1:18-25. A righteous man, Joseph is caught between the desire to protect the one to whom he is betrothed, and his devotion to the law. Divorcing Mary publicly, for what appeared to be an act of betrayal and immorality, would lead to her disgrace, if not stoning. A proposed chronology helps unfold the events surrounding Joseph's decision. Would anyone but he have known that Mary became pregnant during their betrothal? What clues does their trip to Bethlehem provide?

Christmas Special 2017 #3 - December 31, 2017
Lk 1:26-39. Gabriel's message to Mary. This young, Jewish woman would give birth to the coming Messiah, who would not be the son of Joseph, but the Son of God. Humble, devout and submissive, she was an instrument God could use. When given an opportunity, we need to trust in God's equipping hand of provision instead of looking at our own abilities or past experience. Faith in the LJC can change a life: article from Phan Thi Kim Phuc, the "Napalm girl."

Christmas Special 2017 #2 - December 31, 2017
Story of Zacharias & Elizabeth continued (Lk 1:57-66). With the miraculous ability to bear children, Elizabeth's scorn and contempt has ended; and turning from skeptic to believer, Zach's ability to speak returns. Perspective of Obedience: Joseph & Mary (1:26-29). What was involved with a couple's betrothal? Like the characters in these stories, we need to be patient on God's plan for our life; His timing is perfect, and we have His presence, protection, and provision.

Christmas Special 2017 #1 - December 24, 2017
Luke 1:5-25. A Story of Hope and of a God who Loves Us. Elizabeth and Zacharias were a righteous couple, but without child and advanced in years. The stage was set for God to intervene and make the impossible possible. While Zach was in the temple offering incense, an angel appeared to him, giving good news that his prayer for a child will be answered. Zach doubted, but God was faithful and changed Elizabeth's body, calling, future and reputation

Christmas Special 2016 #1 - December 25, 2016
Ps 8– w/in all of God's vast creation man is His crowning achievement, to whom He has freely given the gift of His Son. Chronology of the Christmas Story read by various congregational participants & interspersed w/hymns. Prophecy of the Christ's Birth & Kingdom: Is 7:14; 9:2,6f; Mic 5:2. Gabriel's Announcements: Lk 1:26-38; Mt 1:18-25. Trip to Bethlehem: Lk 2:1-7. The Shepherds: Lk 2:8-19. The Magi: Mt 2:1-12. Joseph Warned, Herod's Slaughter & Return to Galilee: Mt 2:13-23; Lk 2:39. Christ as the Light of the World: Jn 1:1-14.

Christmas Special 2015 #2 - December 23, 2015
Christmas Special; Birth of Jesus Christ; Hebrews 1:1-4 and discussed seven descriptions of the Son found in Hebrews 1:2-3

Christmas Special 2015 #1 - December 20, 2015
Christmas Program (song and scripture reading)

Christmas Special 2014 #2 - December 23, 2014
Mary and Joseph

Christmas Special 2014 #1 - December 21, 2014
Scriptural overview

Christmas Special 2013 #1 - December 25, 2013
The chronology of Life of Christ and the Christmas Story

Christmas Special 2012 #5 - December 30, 2012
Luke 1:26-37; six reasons for the virgin conception

Christmas Special 2012 #4 - December 30, 2012
Matt 2:1-6; the Magi and their knowledge of OT prophecies

Christmas Special 2012 #3 - December 26, 2012
The Christmas Story (cont'd); lesson diagrams

Christmas Special 2012 #2 - December 23, 2012
The Christmas Story (cont'd); lesson diagrams

Christmas Special 2012 #1 - December 23, 2012
The Christmas Story; lesson diagrams

Christmas Special 2011 #2 - December 25, 2011
Luke 2:8-16; the signs of significance cont.─ theology, typology; the Shepherd and the Lamb; the Lamb and the Sacrifice; the Sacrifice and the High Priest

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Christmas Special 2011 #1 - December 25, 2011
Luke 2:8-16; the signs of significance ─ geography, prophecy; midgal eder

Christmas Special 2010 #1 - December 24, 2010
Luke 1:26-55; Mary found favor with God; Mary’s song c.f. Hannah’s prayer; 1 Sam 2:1ff

Christmas Special 2008 #1 - December 24, 2008
Personal Relationship w/God; Conception miracle; Purpose of Jesus' birth; Matt 1:18-25; Hypostatic Union; God 's actions in our lives; Isa 7:14; God's direct action to save us; Rom 3:23, John 1:14, Phil 2:5-8; Rom 5:8

Christmas Special 2007 #1 - December 23, 2007
Matt 2:1-12; the Christmas Story; the Magi; the Star

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