“Christmas Ends Fear”

Luke 2:8–18

  1. Introduction
  2. The Shepherds’ Fear
    1. The base of their fear was sin.
      1. With law comes fear.
  3. Types of Fear
    1. Holy fear
    2. Slavish fear
      1. It brings terror and torment.
      2. It separates us from God.
      3. It alienates us from God.
        1. The truth is God is love.
      4. It creates a prejudice against God.
      5. It drives us to sin.
      6. It dishonors God.
  4. The Cure For Fear
    Luke 2:10–11

    10But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. 11Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ[a] the Lord.

    Footnotes:
    a Or Messiah. "The Christ" (Greek) and "the Messiah" (Hebrew) both mean "the Anointed One"; also in verse 26.

    1. Good news.
    2. He was born.
    3. He is our Savior.
    4. He Is Lord.
    5. He came for each of us.
  5. Conclusion
    1. Christmas ends fear!