“God with us” O Come, Emmanuel
Matthew 1:18-25
Rev. Hubert Wu

Introduction

1. O Come, Jesus (Mt. 1:18-25)
   Jesus’ Identity = Immanuel: God with us
   Jesus’ Work = God Saves
2. “O Come, O Come, Immanuel” (Isa. 7:14)
   • What do you anticipate when you desire for the coming of the Lord?
   • What does “God with us” means to you?

1. Breaking through Predicament
   • Disappointments Become Renewal Opportunities
     • Predicaments? vs Opportunities?!
     • Whether it is a predicament or opportunity depends on whether we trust God’s Sovereignty and whether we are willing to change our perspectives?
2. Expand Our Heart (Mt. 28:20)
   “Immanuel” Reveals God’s Big Heart & Generosity
3. Extend Christ’s love to Others (Jn. 14:12; Zeph. 3:1-2)
   Jesus Is the Catalyst for “Spiritual Uprising”

Conclusion:
From the story of Christmas, let us learn how to live with a big heart to extend Christ’s love others!