Pastor Aaron Roberts (Worship Pastor) - ​​​​​John 15:12-15 (John 15:12-15; Galatians 6:1-2; Proverbs 17:17; 18:24; 27:17; James 5:16; 1 Peter 4:9; Philippians 2:3-5)

“Immanuel - God with us.” In Matthew 1, we read that Jesus’ birth fulfilled Isaiah’s prophecy of a coming sign, a sign of God’s promise to be with his people. Over 700 years before his birth, the prophet Isaiah predicts a coming Immanuel - in what ways does Jesus fulfill what Isaiah foretold? In this study, we dig deep into the Immanuel prophecy and discover what it tells us about Jesus and our relationship with him.

Series description:

Each year, Christians around the world read the Christmas story and reflect on the incredible coming of our Savior, Jesus. At first glance, it might seem like a simple narrative, but the account recorded in the Gospel of Matthew contains numerous quotations and allusions to the Old Testament. Have you ever wondered why they are there? What do they mean, and what do they reveal about Jesus?
In this three-week Bible study, we will explore the Old Testament prophecies referenced in Matthew’s Christmas narrative. Together, we’ll dive deep into what they tell us about Jesus, the mission he came to fulfill, and, ultimately, what these truths mean for us today. Long-Expected Jesus Prophecy Fulfilled According to Matthew Lesson 1: A Long-Expected Sign ​ ​I. The Prophecy II. The Old Testament Context III. The Fulfillment IV. The Application

Lesson 1 - Notes