Immanuel: God with us

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Sermon Outline

God came to be with us.

• Matthew 1:23,” Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and they shall
  call his name Immanuel (which means, God with us).”
• It was prophesied in the Old Testament.
• It was fulfilled in the New Testament.

Christ is God (v. 15)

• He is the exact likeness.
• He has all the rights and responsibilities.

Christ is Creator (vv. 16-17)

• All things were created by Him.
• All things were created for Him.
• All things are held together by Him.

Christ is the creator of the Church (vv. 18-19)

• He established the church.
• He sustains the church.
• He is the power of the church.

Christ is the Savior of all mankind (v. 20)

• He alone can reconcile.
• He alone can bring peace.

Reminders to dwell on

• God is with us.
• God reminds us of His presence through Creation.
• God uses the church to carry out His plan.
• God provided our redemption through His Son.
• You are loved.