Been with Jesus // John + Elizabeth

1.  John- the first worshipper of Jesus

      Luke 1:39-52

      a. John and Elizabeth

      b. Events and translations -Acts 2:4-6, 17-18; 4:31

      c. Plant-Water-Grow

      d. Jesus is always in the story even when you do not see it.

2. Principalities and Power

     Luke 2:52-3:2

      a. Political Power

*Tiberius

*Pilate

*Herod

      b. Religious Power

*Annas

*Caiaphas

      c. Ephesians 6:10-13

      d. Real Power  -The Word in the The Wilderness

3. Invitation and Challenge

     Luke 3:3-20

      a. One Sermon - (3-6) Jeremiah 20:9

      b. Challenge- Repentance (7-9)

*Particular sins particularly- why would God be offended?

*How much sin are you comfortable with?

      c. Invitation-Reconciliation (10-14)

*Everyone- live a live of giving

*Government- Honor your position of care

*Soldiers- Do not use your strength to harm

      d. Invitation- Jesus is coming (15-18)

      e. Pay it forward

Kairos Discussion and Reflection

Heart- How do you sense the Spirit of God moving in your life?

Soul- In 3:10-14 it speaks of how different powers can use that power.

Where have you see examples similar to these in your life, starting with childhood to today?

Mind-How are we as a church both invitational and challenging?

Strength- How is your life one of both invitation and challenge?

Which one is more who you naturally are?

Neighbor- How can you partner with others to share the gospel?

What do you think it might cost you?

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