The “Come Like A Child: Rediscovering Christmas” sermon series will guide us to approach the Christmas season with childlike faith, wonder, trust, and simplicity, just as Jesus called us to in Matthew 18:1-3. Through the stories of Mary, the shepherds, and the simplicity of Jesus’ birth, we will rediscover the true essence of Christmas and learn how to embrace it with the innocence and joy of a child.
Theme Scripture:
Matthew 18:1-3
Week 1
Week 1: “Childlike Faith”
Scripture: Matthew 18:1-3
Introduction: Discuss the importance of approaching Christmas with childlike faith.
The Disciples’ Question:
Explore the disciples’ question about who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven.
Discuss their misunderstanding and misplaced priorities.
Jesus’ Response:
Read Matthew 18:1-3, where Jesus calls for childlike faith.
Emphasize the qualities of humility, trust, and simplicity found in children.
Practical Application:
Encourage the congregation to embrace childlike faith as they approach Christmas.
Closing Prayer: Praying for hearts filled with childlike trust in God.
Week 2
Week 2: “The Wonder of Christmas”
Scripture: Luke 2:8-14
Introduction: Explore the wonder and awe that should accompany the Christmas season.
The Shepherds’ Encounter:
Discuss the shepherds’ awe-inspiring encounter with the angelic choir.
Share the importance of experiencing wonder in our faith journey.
Rediscovering the Wonder:
Encourage the congregation to approach the Christmas story with fresh eyes.
Share practical ways to recapture the wonder of Christmas.
Proclaiming Good News:
Challenge the congregation to share the good news of Christ’s birth with childlike enthusiasm.
Closing Prayer: Praying for a sense of wonder and joy this Christmas.
Week 3
Week 3: “The Gift of Trust”
Scripture: Luke 1:26-38
Introduction: Discuss Mary’s trust and surrender as a model for us at Christmas.
Mary’s Encounter with Gabriel:
Explore Mary’s initial fear and confusion when the angel appeared.
Discuss how she ultimately trusted God’s plan.
Trusting God’s Plan:
Reflect on Mary’s words, “Let it be to me according to your word.”
Emphasize the importance of surrender and trust in God’s plan for our lives.
Surrendered Hearts:
Encourage the congregation to surrender their plans and fears to God.
Closing Prayer: Praying for hearts willing to trust and obey.
Week 4
Week 4: “The Gift of Simplicity”
Scripture: Luke 2:1-7
Introduction: Discuss the simplicity of Jesus’ birth and how it contrasts with the busyness of the season.
The Humble Stable:
Explore the setting of Jesus’ birth in a stable.
Discuss the significance of the Savior of the world born in such humble circumstances.
Finding Peace in Simplicity:
Encourage the congregation to simplify their Christmas celebrations.
Share the benefits of finding peace and joy in simplicity.
The Greatest Gift:
Challenge the congregation to focus on the gift of Jesus as the true meaning of Christmas.
Closing Prayer: Praying for hearts that appreciate the beauty of simplicity.
