SERIES: THE GIFT THAT KEEPS ON TAKING – JESUS TAKES AWAY OUR SINS":

• The message uses the theme of Christmas gifts, referencing movies and the idea of a “gift that keeps on giving,” to introduce Jesus as the ultimate gift who gives joy, peace, mercy, grace, and eternal life. [CHRISTMAS...SINS.docx | Word]
• The series also frames Jesus as “the gift that keeps on taking”—specifically, taking away guilt, shame, fears, and most importantly, sins. [CHRISTMAS...SINS.docx | Word]
• The sermon focuses on four main points:
  1. The Reality of Our Sin
     • Everyone is a sinner and contributes to the brokenness of the world.
     • Sin is not just about doing bad things (sins of commission) but also failing to do good (sins of omission).
     • God’s standard is perfection, not comparison to others. [CHRISTMAS...SINS.docx | Word]
  2. The Result of My Sin
     • Sin separates us from God, leaving us spiritually dead and without hope.
     • Growing up in church or being religious does not save; a personal commitment to Jesus is necessary. [CHRISTMAS...SINS.docx | Word]
  3. The Remedy for Our Sin
     • Jesus is the “Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world.”
     • Jesus took our sins upon himself and bore the punishment for them on the cross.
     • Through faith and baptism, believers receive forgiveness and the righteousness of Jesus.
     • The color red at Christmas symbolizes the blood of Jesus, which brings redemption and forgiveness. [CHRISTMAS...SINS.docx | Word]
  4. The Removal of Our Sin
     • God’s forgiveness is total—our sins are removed “as far as the east is from the west.”
     • After baptism, ongoing forgiveness is available through confession, not repeated baptism.
     • Jesus also removes the guilt and shame associated with sin. [CHRISTMAS...SINS.docx | Word]
• The message concludes with an invitation for listeners to accept Jesus, be baptized, and join the church family. [CHRISTMAS...SINS.docx | Word]