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God chooses Mary to give birth to Christ, the Son of God. Mary fits the description of ”little people” in almost every way. Why does God choose Mary? What does that say about God? Matthew 18:1-4; Luke 18:9-14 God give grace to the __________________ 2. What does this say about Mary? Little People Have child-like ___________________ Make themselves __________________

Jesus came into a racially divided world, much like our own. The invitation of the magi is good news for all people. The Magi Foreigners Astrologers God “moves” the heavens for them Jesus and Foreigners Matt 8 John 4:4 Luke 10:33/John 8:48 John 12:23-24 What this all means (for all people…)

All of us have dreams. Some come true, some never do. Some dreams are easier to let go of than others. And when dreams don’t come true, we can lose heart, lose hope. No hope, no joy. So what to do? From the life of Zechariah, Keep hope alive: 1. Don’t stop praying, because God’s timing is not your timing. (v.7-13) 2. Don’t stop believing God, because God has not stopped believing in you. (v.18-20) 3. Don’t stop wondering, because we have a God of wonders. (v.59-64) Everlasting faith produces everlasting hope. “Faith is the confidence that what we hope for will actually happen; it gives us assurance about things we cannot see.” (Hebrews 11:1)

Two Examples The Israelites by the Red Sea (Ex 14:10-12, Ps 106:7) Entering the Promised Land (Num 13:30-33, Neh 9: 15-17) One Lesson Looking back in gratitude empowers you to look _________________ in ____________________. Application What if you did this the next time you felt uncertain about the future? The Ultimate Event to Remember (Rom 8:32)

Various Scriptures: Rom 1:16, Acts 1:4,8; 4:31, 8:29,39 The gospel of Christ is both ultimately true and morally beautiful! Our highest value in evangelism is to listen to and partner with the ______________________________. Stages Relationship building Sharing __________________ Presenting the gospel Encouraging a commitment 5. Mentoring and equipping

To make disciples who love God, love people, and serve the world.

Purpose: to connect the dots from the gospel to social concern to political engagement. Everyone needs a Savior! 2. Social compassion is not optional, it is essential. 3. Political engagement is another way to love your neighbor. Three Categories for Neighbor-Love Share resources 2. Cultivate relationship 3. Change sociopolitical structures

1. What does the Bible tell us about immigrants? Simply love! A. Love them as yourself.           (Leviticus 19:33-34) B. Love the stranger, love Jesus. (Sheep, Matthew 25:34-35) 2. What’s the consequence for not loving immigrants? A. Sent away into eternal punishment. (Goats, Matthew 25:44-46) 3. What about Immigration Reform and “Illegals”? American history of racism, economics, politics Response to “Hey, I did it the right way!” Instead have a posture of contentment that leads to generosity. (Vineyard Workers, Matthew 20:8-16) Next Steps: Study Scripture on the topic of immigrants. Engage with the immigrant community. Advocate for immigrants. Vote for politicians who will bring reform to injustices.

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Reflection How is God leading you to lament? How is God calling you to respond and act in hope?

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To make disciples who love God, love people, and serve the world.

When it comes to world missions, what are the two most compelling reasons for WHY? Today we focus on the question: What will happen to the 1.5 billion people who have never heard of Christ? TRUTH 1: ALL PEOPLE HAVE __________________ OF GOD. Romans 1: 19-20 TRUTH 2: ALL PEOPLE ______________________ GOD. Romans 1: 21-23 TRUTH 3: ALL PEOPLE STAND _______________ AND ________________ FOR REJECTING GOD. Romans 3: 10-12, 19 TRUTH 4: GOD HAS MADE A WAY OF ___________________ FOR THE LOST. Romans 3: 21-22 TRUTH 5: CHIST COMMANDS THE CHURCH TO MAKE THE ________________ KNOWN TO ALL PEOPLES. Romans 10: 13-15 * message based on chapter 7 of "Radical" written by David Platt

To make disciples who love God, love people, and serve the world.

1. God’s plan and purpose for His people: “To enjoy [God’s] grace…, but also to extend [God’s] glory to the ends of the earth.” (David Platt, Radical) a. To Mankind: be blessed and multiply (Gen 1:26-28) b. To Abraham: be blessed and bless others (Gen 12:1-3) c. To disciples: be Witnesses (Acts 1:8) 2. Common Objections and Excuses a. “Cannot leave my Family/Relationships” (Luke 9:60) b. “Financial cost is too great” (Mark 10:17-31) c. “Not my Neighbor” (Luke 10:29-37) 3. Only 2 Choices: a. Go (Great Commission, Matthew 28:18-20) b. Or Send (2 Cor 11:8) Application Challenge: Missions Goer/Sender Development Map

To make disciples who love God, love people, and serve the world.

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“That Jesus did not command all his followers to sell all their possessions gives comfort only to the kind of people to whom he would issue that command.“ - Robert Gundry What God is calling all of us to do What about: retirement savings? saving for kids education? inheritance? The one word from Paul that gives us hope: He says, “I have _________________.” (Phil 4:11) The Video shared is with Tom and Bree Hsieh. Their life in Pomona, CA.