Joy (Luke 2:15-20)

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Joy 
Luke 2:15-20

I. Intro 
Big Idea: Seeking Jesus leads to joy.

II. Let’s Go 
A. Seeking Jesus requires drastic measures. Luke 2:15a
B. Consider the source. Luke 2:15b

III. Hurried 
A. Seeking Jesus is costly. Luke 2:16; 2 Corinthians 6:2
B. Faith risks. Luke 2:17

IV. Ponder 
A. It’s possible to be amazed and not have faith. Luke 2:18
B. Faith treasures Christ. Luke 2:19; 1 Peter 1:17-21

V. Glorify 
A. Seeking Jesus transforms the ordinary. Luke 2:20a; 2 Corinthians 3:18
B. Seeking Jesus turns us right side up. Matthew 7:7; Luke 2:20b

The Next Step

• Why do you think Luke included 2:15-20 at this point in his gospel?
• How does this passage convict and/or encourage you?
• How can treasuring Christ be difficult?
• What did the shepherds gain by hurrying to see Jesus?
• What’s a costly way you can seek Jesus this Christmas?

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