The First Songs of Christmas: The Nunc Dimittus

Call to Worship: Isaiah 42:10-12

Songs of Praise

• "O Come All Ye Faithful"
• "O Little Town of Bethlehem"

Scripture Reading: Isaiah 49:1-13

Song of Preparation: "Silent Night (Heavenly Peace)"

Scripture Reading: Luke 2:21-40

Sermon

• Observations
  1. “Lord, now you are letting your servant depart in peace, according to Your word.”
  2. “For my eyes have seen your salvation that you have prepared in the presence of all peoples." 
  3. “A light for revelation to the Gentiles and for glory to your people Israel.”
  4. “Behold, this child is appointed for the fall and rising of many in Israel, and for a sign that is opposed (and a sword will pierce your own soul also), so that thoughts from many hearts may be revealed."
• Applications
  1. Christians, be aware of our own inadequacy and poverty.
  2. Christians, expect opposition when we talk about God's judgment.
  3. Christians, be ready be ready to depart in peace.

Song of Response: "Go Tell It on the Mountain"

Benediction: Isaiah 49:16

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