Sunday, December 21, 2014

The Vineyard- December 21, 2014


The Vineyard

I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing. – John 15:5

 

Matthew 1:18-25

Pray that God will speak to you through the reading of His word.

-          Desiring Justice

o   Joseph was a righteous man, to the extent that his desire for justice didn’t lead him to vengeance.  Through the angel sent by God, he learns that in fact he hasn’t been wrong at all.  Do we desire justice, or vengeance when we are wronged?  Do we still show concern even for those whom we think have wronged us?

-          Jesus

o   Jesus’ name comes from “Yahweh saves”, and points to his mission to save us from our sins.  While others were more concerned with the restoration of national glory, God was concerned with the state of the peoples’ hearts.  How concerned are you about the sin in your life?

-          Immanuel

o   Immanuel means “God with Us”, which is a reminder that Jesus will always be present in our world, even unto the “end of the age”.  How is Jesus present in your life?

Pray that justice will always be done. 

Thank God for a Messiah who cleanses us of our sins. 

Thank God for the continued presence of Christ in our lives. 

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