Christmas Hope
Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11

I. The Promise of Christmas Hope
A. Christmas hope is grounded in God’s faithfulness and love.
1. Fulfilled promises:
2. Incarnation of God’s love:
3. Gift of salvation:
4. God’s unchanging character:
B. Christmas hope is that God has a plan for our lives that leads to a future filled with hope and purpose.
1. God’s intentional timing:
2. Jesus as a model and guide:
3. The promise of a new beginning:
4. The presence of the Holy Spirit:
C. Christmas hope is for everyone, regardless of our circumstances or station in life.
1. God’s equal love for all:
2. Salvation offered to all:
3. The universality of human struggles:
4. Invitation to come as you are:
5. The power of transformation:

II. The Nature of Christmas Hope
A. Christmas hope is a confident and positive anticipation of what is to come
1. Anticipating the fulfillment of God’s promises:
2. Confidently awaiting the return of Christ:
3. Believing in the future redemption and restoration:
4. Cultivating a positive expectation of eternal life:
5. Encouraging perseverance and steadfastness:
B. Christmas hope is rooted in the belief that God is in control
1. Trusting in God’s sovereignty:
2. Recognizing God’s love and care:).
3. Resting in God’s guidance:
4. Finding peace in God’s provision:
5. Embracing God’s faithfulness:
C. Christmas hope is a source of strength for us
1. Trust in God’s character:
2. Redemption and salvation:
3. Empowerment through the Holy Spirit
4. Examples of faith in adversity:
5. Community support and encouragement: