Christ the Shepherd | Les Newsom

Scripture Reference: Micah 5:2-5a
The persistent rebellion of God’s people leads the prophet Micah to say some sobering things about God’s judgment upon them, even to the point of saying that he will “leave them” for being such. But there’s hope even in exile as we wait for THE Good Shepherd to rescue and lead his people.

Sermon Points:

  • See God
  • Miss God
  • Follow God

Christ the Covenant | Les Newsom

Scripture Reference: Jeremiah 31:31-34

The prophet Jeremiah speaks of the Old Testament covenants as if they failed to produce what God intended. So he foresees Christ instituting a new covenant, sealed in His blood, writing God’s law on our hearts through the Spirit, creating people who want what God wants.

Sermon Points:

  • What is the covenant?
  • How is the New Covenant “New?”
  • How do we participate in the New Covenant?

Christ the Servant | Les Newsom

Scripture Reference: Isaiah 52:13-53:12
Israel’s suffering is judgment for sin, but the Servant suffers voluntarily and substitutionally. Christ is not just an example of suffering; He bears our guilt to create a new community by grace.

Sermon Points:

  • The Ordinary Servant
  • The Suffering Servant
  • The Substituting Servant

Christ the King | Les Newsom

Scripture Reference: Isaiah 9:1-7
Isaiah ministered during a time of great gloom and fear, a real social darkness. But a new kind of King is coming! Christ is the Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace—the King who doesn’t use power to take, but to save.

Sermon Points:

  • The Historical Setting
  • The Good News of the Child
  • The Messiah’s Kingdom