December 12, 2021

A Greater Joy

A Greater Joy

“A Greater Joy” – Luke 1:39-56 | December 12, 2021 | Chad Friestad

What are the sights, sounds, and smells that bring you joy during the holidays? During this dark time of year, I love walking through the neighborhood and seeing roofs outlined with lights and Christmas trees glowing in front windows. I love the sounds of the familiar carols we sing on Sunday mornings. I love the smell of the fresh garland on our front porch and the smell of burning cedar coming from the neighbor’s fireplace.

But what happens when only one section of the pre-lit tree lights up? Or when you lose your taste and smell just in time for the holiday season? Or even harder yet, when the house feels empty or when the absence of family or distance from friends sets in? So quickly, fun can turn to frustration and our joy can turn to sorrow.

The good news is that there’s an alternative to temporary holiday joy. In the message of Christmas, we find an ultimate, eternal joy that only comes through Jesus. How can we experience that joy? That’s what we’ll be talking about as we look at Luke 1:39-56.

Elizabeth and Mary’s stories intersect in the most beautiful, God-ordained way. We’ll discover that true joy is experienced in hearing the promise of Jesus, being in the center of God’s plan, and giving praise and glory to Him.

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