Because Jesus became human, we have been redeemed, adopted, and made heirs of God. We are no longer outsiders, but have been deeply welcomed by the Trinity into their eternal relationship, which makes us the heirs of the whole universe with Jesus.
Readings and sermon were delivered by Pastor Aaron Mueller.
Order of service:
Readings:
- Psalm reading is from Psalm 111
- Old Testament reading is from Isaiah 61:10—62:3
- Epistle reading is from Galatians 4:4–7
- Holy Gospel is from Luke 2:22–40
Hymns:
- Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
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Text by Charles Wesley
Tune by Felix Mendelssohn
Public domain - Joy to the World
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Text by Isaac Watts
Tune by George Frideric Handel
Public domain - Gentle Mary Laid Her Child
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Text by Joseph Simpson Cook
Tune by Piae Cantiones Ecclesiasticae, 1582
Public domain - Before the Throne of God Above
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Text by Charitie Lees Bancroft
Tune by Vikki Cook
© 1997 Sovereign Grace Worship
Used with permission, CCLI license # 20286740
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