The Church of Eleven22 What Child is This? - Christmas Eve 2024 - When He Asks - Wk 6
Dec 22, 2024
This Christmas Eve, the podcast delves into the powerful question of Jesus's identity through the lens of the beloved carol. It highlights the profound significance of his humble birth in a manger, contrasting it with societal expectations. Listeners reflect on personal struggles alongside the message of hope and redemption that Jesus embodies. The exploration of Peter's declaration emphasizes the foundation of faith, while inviting a deeper connection to the essence of Christmas and the loving relationship between God and humanity.
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Origin of "What Child is This?"
- In 1865, William Chatterton Dix became very ill and fell into depression.
- In this dark time, he turned to God and scripture, writing the hymn "What Child is This?".
Prophecy of the Child
- The child in the manger was prophesied from the beginning.
- After Adam and Eve's sin, God promised a man who would crush the serpent's head.
Emmanuel: God With Us
- Isaiah prophesied about the virgin birth and Emmanuel, meaning "God with us."
- This theme pervades scripture, from the Garden of Eden to the church age.
