​Family Tree - Peace (1 Kings 1:28-40; Luke 2:8-15)

I. Intro Big Idea: Because of Christ the peace of God can dwell within us. 2 Samuel 12:24.
II. The King’s Presence
A. Our good desires can easily derail. 1 Kings 1:28; Hebrews 4:16
B. God’s plans prevail. 1 Kings 1:29-31; Philippians 2:12-13
III. The Throne A. Solomon had his father’s backing. 1 Kings 1:32-35; Ephesians 1:7
B. A wise ruler brings stability. 1 Kings 1:36-40
IV. Good News A. The coming of our King occurred in unexpected splendor. Luke 2:8-9; Romans 8:32
B. The coming of our King occurred in unexpected humility. Luke 2:10-12
V. Glory to God A. Peace comes only through God’s favor. Luke 2:13-14
B. God’s peace gets magnified. Luke 2:15

​The Next Step Follow-Up Questions
§ What’s something that will be different about your Christmas celebration this year compared to years past?
§ What’s something about Sunday’s message on 1 Kings 1:28-40; Luke 2:8-15 that stood out to you as significant, challenging, or confusing?
§ If someone asked you what makes the peace of Christ offers different than peace in this world, what would you say?
§ Read Romans 5:1-5. How can finding peace with God through Christ change the way we respond to our struggles?
§ How can finding peace with God in Christ help us to live as His witnesses?
§ What’s a specific way God is calling you to respond to 1 Kings 1:28-40; Luke 2:8-15?

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