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Scripture and Sermon SlidesDecember 15, 2013
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Gospel Reading
Luke 1:46b-55
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46 And Mary said:
“My soul glorifies the Lord
47 and my spirit rejoices
in God my Savior,
Let us hold unswervingly
to the hope we profess,
for he who promised is faithful.
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48 for he has been mindful
of the humble state
of his servant.
From now on all generations
will call me blessed,
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49 for the Mighty One has done
great things for me—
holy is his name.
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50 His mercy extends
to those who fear him,
from generation to generation.
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51 He has performed
mighty deeds with his arm;
he has scattered those who are
proud in their inmost thoughts.
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52 He has brought down rulers
from their thrones
but has lifted up the humble.
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53 He has filled the hungry
with good things
but has sent the rich
away empty.
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54 He has helped his servant Israel,
remembering to be merciful
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55 to Abraham and his
descendants forever,
just as he promised
our ancestors.”
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JOY
Luke 1: 47-55
Third Sunday of AdventDecember 15 , 2013Rev. John W. Landis
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JOY
• “My Soul’s so happy that I can’t sit down!”• When was the last time you felt that joyful– or true joy of any kind?
• Joy seems to be missing for the most part in our world
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The Greek
• Algalliomai – to Leap for Joy– used of both the baby in Elizabeth’s womb and
Mary
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The Greek
• Chara – Joy– Charis – grace– Charizomai – give freely– Charisma – gift– Eucharisto – to give thanks
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Joy is a gift from God!
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Joy
• Joy is given in grace• We can’t seek it• We don’t deserve it• It only happens when God gives it
We must be open to the experience!
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What brings you Joy?
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Joy Requires Response
• In other words we need to Rejoice• Worship God• Be Happy to be in Worship– It is not a chore to be here on Sunday morning
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Be Someone Else’s Joy
• Give freely in grace– No particular reason
• Bring Joy to someone who cannot pay us back• Give your gift in love
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Joy is a Cycle
• We bring Joy to someone• We are blessed with Joy
Joy is something you share!
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That is what Christmas is about!
• God wanted us to be joyful• God gave us a gift• That gift is eternal life and relationship with
Him, the one who loves us and wants us to have Joy
• The Gift came in the form of a baby
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What can I do?
• Slow down– Enjoy– Make room in the inn of your heart
• Give generously of your joy
• Visit the Child in your heart
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“My Soul Glorifies the Lord and my Spirit Rejoices in God my Savior”
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How about yours?