Part 3: The Gospel Foretold

1. The Gospel begins with God’s visitation
   1. Narrative: God visits with mercy. Lk 1:57-58
   2. Prophecy: God visits to redeem. Lk 1:68
   3. Addresses: Alienation & Abandonment
2. The Gospel Is rooted in God’s promises
   1. Narrative: Trust God’s Word over tradition. Lk 1:59ff
   2. Prophecy: Salvation flows from covenant faithfulness. Lk 1:69–73
   3. Addresses: Distrust & Uncertainty
3. The Gospel sets us free to serve without fear
   1. Narrative: Silence is broken and awe is the response. Lk 1:64-65
   2. Prophecy: Rescue produces fearless service. Lk 1:74-75
   3. Addresses: Fear & Insecurity
4. The Gospel Is Good News of forgiveness.
   1. Narrative: The question of John’s identity. Lk 1:66
   2. Prophecy: Salvation through forgiveness of sins. Luke 1:76–77
   3. Addresses: Guilt & Shame
5. The Gospel leads us into the light and peace of Christ.
   1. Narrative: God’s hand is recognized. Lk 1:65-66
   2. Prophecy: The rising sun guides into peace. Lk 1:78-79
   3. Addresses: Anxiety & Worry

NEXT SUNDAY: Join us next week for week 4 of Advent season for our Special Christmas Service : “Glory in the Highest” See you next week.
THANKS FOR COMING! We’re glad you are here, and we hope you’ll make yourself right at home. If you are visiting with us today, we would love for you to fill out a Connection Card and place it in the offering box; or you can scan the QR code and fill it out that way! Also, please feel free to pick up a Welcome Bag on the back table. We hope you are inspired and encouraged today!
SUNDAY MORNING PRAYER: Please join us every Sunday morning at 9:20 in the conference room right off the front lobby to pray for our church and our community. Let’s seek the LORD’s presence and trust him through prayer together.
YOUTH CONNECT: Tonight Youth Connect will be from 4-6 at the Webb’s Come on over for a great time of growing and connecting together. 4445 Story Rd, St Cloud
STEP 1: BLUEPRINT FOR BELONGING. TODAY, Dec 14th at 12:00 is our introduction to The Connection. We will get to know one another and learn about the blueprint for our church and is our first step in membership. Lunch is included. YOU ARE STILL WELCOME TO JOIN US. Just let Rick or one of us know, and stay after. Hope you will join us. .
CHURCH CAMP-OUT: Jan 23-25th at Moss Park. no problem! Join us at Moss Park January 24th @ 12:30pm for a potluck, smores and a fun kickball game! Come enjoy the day with us! Contact Kerri Van Buskirk with any questions! 407-301-6158

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• Counseling Centers: $11,014