December 20, 2020
Main idea: Jesus comes to give peace.
Are you looking forward to the end of Advent? Why or why not?
Pantheism suggests that the universe is God (or indistinguishable from God) and not personal. God, therefore, is an "impersonal all-encompassing force, made up of all things and all creatures in the natural order." [source]
Docetism suggests that Jesus only appeared to be human.
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Which truth captivates you more: "Jesus is fully and truly God" or "Jesus is fully and truly human"? Why?
Related, which truth challenges you more? Why?
Finally, which truth do you find most difficult to defend?
How is Jesus God's peace? (Hint: Read Romans 5:1, 6-8)
Why is it good news that God not only empathizes with us, but redeems us from sin?
How can you celebrate Jesus as truly God and truly human this Christmas?
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