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Scripture and questions for study and reflection:

This morning we begin our advent sermon series based on the movie,
\\u201cIt\\u2019s A Wonderful Life.\\u201d Over the next 4 weeks we\\u2019ll observe together how
hope, peace, joy, and love truly are a \\u201cwonderful\\u201d way to live our lives...
especially when we allow Jesus Christ to be the source of each of these in
our lives.

1. This week we begin the Advent season thinking about \\u201cHope.\\u201d What
does the word \\u201cHope\\u201d mean to you? Where will you find hope this
Christmas season?

2. John describes Jesus as \\u201clight,\\u201d saying, \\u201cthe true light that gives light to
everyone was coming into the world.\\u201d Why do you think he describes
Jesus as \\u201ctrue light\\u201d? How does this description bring forth hope?

3. John tells us that the world did not recognize him (Jesus) when he came
into the world. Is this still true today? How might the world be more
hope-filled if everyone would recognize Jesus?

4. Read Isaiah 7:14 and 9:6. In light of these passages, why do you think
so many people failed to recognize Jesus when he came into the world?
How do these passages help you to better recognize Jesus and give you
hope today?

5. John tells us that \\u201cthe light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has
not overcome it.\\u201d Does this verse give you hope for our world today?
Why/why not?

6. What does it mean that Jesus \\u201cgave us the right to become children of
God\\u201d?

7. John tells us that \\u201cThe Word became flesh and made his dwelling
among us.\\u201d Why is this such Good News? Why is this a reason for
hope?

8. What are some ways you can help others \\u201csee the Light,\\u201d or recognize
Jesus and be filled with hope this Advent season?

Prayer of the Week:

God of all Hope, we come to you today confessing that sometimes our
world and our lives seem hopeless. So today we return to you, asking you
to help us see the Light and reclaim our hope as children of God. Fill us
with your Holy Spirit so we will be inspired and empowered to walk in the
Light, offering your hope to the world, so that you will be glorified and your
kingdom advanced. Amen.