Ideas for studying the Lesson on "Christ Jesus" for December 24, 2017

Dear Friends, 

My sister, Kristy Christian, is giving a FREE Christmas talk called "Unto Us a Son is Given" sponsored by  Biblos Foundation and Peace Haven. It is December 24, from 2:00 - 3:30 pm, at First Church of
Christ, Scientist, St. Louis, 5000 Westminster Place. It includes several solos sung by Josh Henn.

You are warmly invited to join us, either at First Church or on a conference call. The number for the conference call is: 712 775 7031  access code: 292822138#

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Here is research on the Lesson:

In Miscellaneous Writings, Mary Baker Eddy writes: “It is most fitting that Christian Scientists memorize the nativity of Jesus. To him who brought a great light to all ages, and names his burdens light, homage is indeed due, -- but is bankrupt” (374:17).

This whole lesson is build around the concept of prophecy!  Every section of the story of Jesus' birth -- the nativity, the shepherds, the wise men, etc. show Jesus to be the fulfillment of prophecy. 

Amos 3:7 Surely the Lord God will do nothing, but he revealeth his secret unto his servants the prophets.

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RESPONSIVE READING: Simeon and Anna

Research on Simeon and Anna in Luke 2:25-32

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SECTION IV:

Research: The Shepherds - Luke 2:8-16

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SECTION IV:

Research: Jesus in synagogue at Nazareth - Luke 4:16-21

Video: Jesus of Nazareth:  Jesus preaching in the synagogue

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