THE LYRICS OF CHRISTMAS WEEK 1: A NEW AND GLORIOUS MORN STUDY GUIDE
Main Idea: In the midst of the darkness of a weary world, we can experience the thrill of hope that Jesus brings.
Key Scripture: Lamentations 3:21-25
Key Principles:
- A new day with Christ brings exactly what you need.
- A new day with Christ brings the hope to keep going.
- A new day with Christ brings the help that you’re seeking.
Discussion Questions:
Read Luke 2:1-21. This passage describes the birth of Christ.
- What types of emotions or thoughts do you have when you read about Christ’s birth in Luke 2?
- What do you find most inspiring about the way Christ’s birth is described in Luke 2?
Read Lamentations 3:20-26. This passage describes what a new day with Christ brings.
- In what ways have you seen Christ give you exactly what you need?
- What needs do you currently have that you are relying on Christ to provide?
- Where in your life do you feel tired and weary? What has caused your weariness?
- What steps do you need to take to let go of your fears and hold onto the hope you have in Christ?
- How is the hope you have in Christ like no other?
- How was your coming to know Christ as your Savior like the dawning of a new day?
Next Steps: Consider focusing on these steps this week.
- Thank God for that holy night when he sent his one and only son Jesus to be with us.
- Share with God your current needs and ask him to help you in meeting those needs.
- Ask God to renew those areas of your life where you feel tired and weary.
- Thank God for continually giving you exactly what you need and take time to praise him.
- Pray for those you know who are still trapped in darkness and don’t know Christ. Ask God to help them see the light of a new day during this Christmas season.
Start praying. Be bold, and pray with power.
- Father, renew the areas of my life where I am tired and weary and give me the thrill of hope!