SERMON SEEDS J39 FOR 12-18-06
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OUR TENTH YEAR
SERMON SEEDS FOR DECEMBER 18, 2006
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THE CHRISTMAS TOP TEN PART 2
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The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers has released a list of the most performed Christmas songs for the past five years, based on performance data tracked by radio airplay monitoring service Media guide, which is co-owned by ASCAP and monitors radio broadcast music in real-time to facilitate the accurate distribution of royalty payments to composers, lyricists and publishers.
The Top 10 most performed Christmas songs are listed below. Each song includes songwriter credits, and cites the most popular artist version played on radio.
1) The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire)
Written by: Mel Tormé, Robert Wells - Performed by: Nat "King" Cole
2) Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas
Written by: Ralph Blane, Hugh Martin - Performed by: The Pretenders
3) Winter Wonderland
Written by: Felix Bernard, Richard B. Smith - Performed by: Eurythmics
4) Santa Claus Is Coming To Town
Written by: Fred Coots, Haven Gillespie - Performed by: Bruce Springsteen
5) White Christmas
Written by: Irving Berlin - Performed by: Bing Crosby
6) Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!
Written by: Sammy Cahn, Jule Styne - Performed by: Andy Williams
7) Jingle Bell Rock
Written by: Joseph Carleton Beal, James Ross Boothe - Performed by: Bobby Helms
8) Little Drummer Boy
Written by: Katherine K. Davis, Henry V. Onorati, Harry Simeone
Performed by: The Harry Simeone Chorale & Orchestra
9) Sleigh Ride
Written by: Leroy Anderson, Mitchell Parish - Performed by: The Ronettes
10) Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer
Written by: Johnny Marks - Performed by: Gene Autry
Virginia Soto chicago.about.com/od/christmas/tp/120406_christma.htm
On a more serious note, we began a Christmas Top Ten list of our own last week. We are trying to center in on the real meaning of Christmas by examining what I would say are the top ten characters or groups of characters involved in Christmas.
Lets review:
10 HEROD THE FOE
9 The PROPHETS THE FORETELLERS
8 ZACHARIAS AND ELIZABETH THE FAITHFUL
7 SIMEON AND ANNA THE FULFILLED
6 THE WISE MEN THE FOLLOWERS
THE SHEPHERDS THE HEARERS
God was not going to do the most terrific thing that ever happened in behalf of the human race without making it known.
God was not going to send his Son to earth without having a welcoming committee.
God chose men who were of humble, even despised occupation, to hear about the birth of his Son.
The shepherds were common men. Jesus came for the common man.
God actually let the shepherds know that the Good Shepherd had arrived.
John 10:14 - I am the good shepherd, and know my sheep, and am known of mine.
· THEY WERE ALERT
Luke 2:8 - And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night.
· THEY WERE ALARMED
Luke 2:9 - And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid.
· THEY WERE ADVISED
Luke 2:10-12 - And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. [11] For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord. [12] And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.
· THEY WERE ACTIVE
Luke 2:15-16 - And it came to pass, as the angels were gone away from them into heaven, the shepherds said one to another, Let us now go even unto Bethlehem, and see this thing which is come to pass, which the Lord hath made known unto us. [16] And they came with haste, and found Mary, and Joseph, and the babe lying in a manger.
· THEY WERE ANNOUNCERS
Luke 2:17 - And when they had seen it, they made known abroad the saying which was told them concerning this child.
· THEY WERE APPRECIATIVE
Luke 2:20 - And the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things that they had heard and seen, as it was told unto them.
4 - THE ANGELS THE HERALDS
Luke 2:10-12 - And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. [11] For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord. [12] And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.
Luke 2:13-14 - And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying, [14] Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.
3 - JOSEPH THE HELPER
Matthew 1:18-19 - Now the birth of Jesus Christ was on this wise: When as his mother Mary was espoused to Joseph, before they came together, she was found with child of the Holy Ghost. [19] Then Joseph her husband, being a just man, and not willing to make her a publick example, was minded to put her away privily.
Matthew 1:20-21 - But while he thought on these things, behold, the angel of the Lord appeared unto him in a dream, saying, Joseph, thou son of David, fear not to take unto thee Mary thy wife: for that which is conceived in her is of the Holy Ghost. [21] And she shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name Jesus: for he shall save his people from their sins.
Matthew 1:24-25 - Then Joseph being raised from sleep did as the angel of the Lord had bidden him, and took unto him his wife: [25] And knew her not till she had brought forth her firstborn son: and he called his name Jesus.
Matthew 2:13-14 - And when they were departed, behold, the angel of the Lord appeareth to Joseph in a dream, saying, Arise, and take the young child and his mother, and flee into Egypt, and be thou there until I bring thee word: for Herod will seek the young child to destroy him. [14] When he arose, he took the young child and his mother by night, and departed into Egypt:
God doesnt need our help, but has graciously chosen to us it. The greatest way to help God is to do His will.
Ephesians 5:15-17 - See then that ye walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise, [16] Redeeming the time, because the days are evil. [17] Wherefore be ye not unwise, but understanding what the will of the Lord is.
2 - MARY THE HANDMAID (SERVANT)
Luke 1:37-38 - For with God nothing shall be impossible. [38] And Mary said, Behold the handmaid of the Lord; be it unto me according to thy word. And the angel departed from her.
Luke 2:19 - But Mary kept all these things, and pondered them in her heart.
Romans 12:1 - I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service.
1 - JESUS THE HOPE
Isaiah 9:6 - For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.
1 Peter 1:3 - Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, which according to his abundant mercy hath begotten us again unto a lively hope by the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead,
Colossians 1:27 - To whom God would make known what is the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles; which is Christ in you, the hope of glory:
Titus 2:13 - Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ;
THE SHEPHERDS THE HEARERS
THE ANGELS THE HERALDS
JOSEPH THE HELPER
MARY THE HANDMAID
JESUS THE HOPE
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JOURNEY OF FULFILLMENT
Luke 2:21-39
JOURNEYS WITH MARY - Lesson #3 of 4 (Lesson #4 is below.)
A COMPLETE LESSON
· What have you done for someone else that has made them feel fulfilled?
· What has someone done for you that has made you feel fulfilled?
· What have you done that has made you feel fulfilled?
· What has God done that has made you feel fulfilled?
We continue our Journeys with Mary in Luke 1-2. We have already seen Marys Journey of Faith to see Elizabeth after the angels announcement of Jesus birth. We have also seen God doing as He promised after a Journey of Fruition. There were those waiting in Israel for the arrival the Messiah. For those who waited, this trip to the temple in Jerusalem was a Journey of Fulfillment as they viewed the promised Savior.
THEY HAD THE RIGHT PRIORITIES Vss. 21-24
· How do the priorities of Christians tend to be messed up or out of whack?
· Why is it so easy for us to get our priorities as Christians out of order?
· According to these verses, what do you think were the most important priorities to Mary and Joseph?
· Vs. 21 In accordance with Old Testament Law Jesus was circumcised on the eighth day. Leviticus 12:3 - And in the eighth day the flesh of his foreskin shall be circumcised.
· Mary and Joseph named the baby Jesus as they had both been instructed. Matthew 1:21, Luke 1:31
· Jesus is the Greek form of the Hebrew name Joshua, which means Jehovah is salvation. Why is this name so fitting?
· Vs. 22-23 There was a period of time when a woman who had a child was not allowed to enter the temple because she was ceremonially impure. Mary and Joseph went to Jerusalem to offer a prescribed sacrifice in Marys behalf and also to present Jesus to the Lord.
· The first born child was considered the Lords. Exodus 13:1-2 - And the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, [2] Sanctify unto me all the firstborn, whatsoever openeth the womb among the children of Israel, both of man and of beast: it is mine.
· The first born child was to be presented to the Lord and redeemed. Numbers 18:15-16 - Every thing that openeth the matrix in all flesh, which they bring unto the Lord, whether it be of men or beasts, shall be thine: nevertheless the firstborn of man shalt thou surely redeem, and the firstling of unclean beasts shalt thou redeem. [16] And those that are to be redeemed from a month old shalt thou redeem, according to thine estimation, for the money of five shekels
· In what ways should we present all our children to the Lord?
· Vs. 24 - The sacrifice that was made for Mary was the sacrifice that the poor were to make. Leviticus 12:1-8
THEY MET THE RIGHT PEOPLE Vss. 25-27, 37-38
· How have you seen God guide you to the right person at the right time?
· There were at least two people that needed to see the literal fulfillment of Gods promise of Messiah. God guided them to the infant Jesus, and the infant Jesus to them.
· Vs. 25 Simeon had some terrific character traits. First of all, he was just or righteous in his dealings with others. Why is it a joy to deal with righteous people?
· Simeon was also devout, or devoted to God. How can we tell when someone is truly devoted to God?
· Simeon was waiting for the consolation or comfort of Israel through the coming Messiah. We are to still be waiting for the (second) coming of the Messiah. Titus 2:11-13
· Simeon was also filled, or controlled by the Holy Spirit. It is neat to think that God wants to fill us with His Holy Spirit. Ephesians 5:18
· Vs. 26 I think that it is likely that Simeon was an old man, but he wouldnt necessarily have to have been. The important promise was that he would see the Messiah before he died.
· Vs. 27 God brought Simeon and Anna to the right place at the right time. As we walk with Him, he will do the same for us. Ephesians 5:15-18
· Vss. 36-38 Anna was an old and Godly woman. What does she teach us about priorities?
THEY HEARD THE RIGHT PRONOUNCEMENTS Vss. 28-36, 38
· Vss. 28-30 After seeing Jesus, what were Simeons first reactions? What do we learn from Simeons response to Christ?
· What do verses 30-32 teach us about the Lord Jesus Christ?
· Joseph and Mary already knew who Jesus was. Why did Simeons statements about Him surprise them so in verse 33?
· Vs. 34 How do people fall before they rise when they trust Christ?
· Who were some of the people who spoke against Jesus?
· According to verse 35, speaking against Jesus revealed a wicked heart.
· How and when did a sword pierce through Marys soul?
· What lesson does Anna teach us in verse 38?
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JOURNEY TO THE FUTURE
Luke 2:40-52
JOURNEYS WITH MARY - Lesson #4 0f 4
A COMPLETE LESSON
· What are some of the significant stages that children pass through as they grow up?
· In what ways can children surprise us as they grow up?
· How do different events in a childs life point to the future?
· How do different character traits in a childs life point to the future?
· What do you think Jesus was like as a child?
We are concluding our Journeys with Mary in Luke 1-2. We have already seen Marys Journey of Faith to see Elizabeth after the angels announcement of Jesus birth. We have also seen God doing as He promised after a Journey of Fruition to Bethlehem where Jesus was born. Last time we saw a Journey of Fulfillment. God fulfilled his promise to Simeon that he would see the Lords Christ before he died when Joseph and Mary brought Jesus to the Jerusalem temple. The final journey took place twelve years later as Mary took a Journey to the Future as she sees Jesus showing signs of growing up in a trip to Jerusalem.
HE DEVELOPED INTO A MAN Vss. 40-42
· We know very little of Jesus childhood.
· Vs. 40 tells us about His development. He grew up just the way you would expect the Son of God to grow up.
· Three qualities mentioned here will be repeated in verse 52. We can say that Jesus childhood appears to be what we expect from any child. The only difference is, Jesus grew up better than any other child! How do you think it was obvious that the grace of God was on Jesus?
· Vs. 41 At this point in Israels history, every Jewish male was required to go to Jerusalem for a feast at least once a year. It was apparently optional for the wife. What does this verse tell you about Mary?
· Vs. 42 At age twelve, Jesus was probably just a year away from becoming a full member of the synagogue. It was recommended that fathers bring their sons along to Jerusalem when they were a year or two away from religious manhood.
· What can Christian men and women do with their children that would follow Joseph and Marys good examples?
HE DESIRED THE THINGS OF GOD Vss. 43-47
· Vs. 43 How do you think it happened that Joseph and Mary were able to leave Jesus behind in Jerusalem and not realize it? Remember they would have been traveling in a caravan.
· What gave Jesus the right to tarry in the Temple, ignore at least an assumed command of Mom and Dad, and not be guilty of sin?
2 Corinthians 5:21 - For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him.
· Vss. 44-45 What do you think was going through the minds of Joseph and Mary when Jesus could not be found?
· Vss. 46-47 Evidently they took a days travel away from Jerusalem and a days travel back. They found Jesus in the temple on the third day.
· Probably some of the great teachers of the law for that day were gathered on one of the temples porches. The method of learning in those days was for learners to ask and answer questions.
· Jesus was not teaching. He would not do that publicly until he was 30. His answers and his questions amazed those that heard Him. What purpose, other than Jesus own personal spiritual development, would this session with the doctors of the law accomplish?
HE DEDICATED HIMSELF TO HIS FATHERS BUSINESS Vss. 48-50
· Vs. 48 How do you sympathize with Mary? What challenges would have been associated with being the mother of the Son of God?
· Vs. 49 - Once Joseph and Mary returned to Jerusalem, how long should it have taken them to find Jesus and why?
· It is obvious that Jesus knew who He was, the Son of God, and that He had an intimate relationship with His Father.
· As Christians, we are the children of God.
John 1:12 - But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name:
Romans 8:16 - The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God:
1 John 3:1-3 - Behold, what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons of God: therefore the world knoweth us not, because it knew him not. [2] Beloved, now are we the sons of God, and it doth not yet appear what we shall be: but we know that, when he shall appear, we shall be like him; for we shall see him as he is. [3] And every man that hath this hope in him purifieth himself, even as he is pure.
· How should we as the children of God have an intimate relationship with the Father?
· How do we develop such a relationship?
HE DEFERRED TO AUTHORITY Vs 51
· How have you seen people justify a lack of submission to the authority God has set up in their lives?
· How could Jesus have justified not being in subjection to His parents?
· What does Jesus submission teach us?
Ephesians 5:21 - Submitting yourselves one to another in the fear of God.
HE DEEPENED IN MATURITY Vs 52
1. HE GREW INTELLECTUALLY WISDOM
2. HE GREW PHYSICALLY STATURE
3. HE GREW SPIRITUALLY FAVOR WITH GOD
4. HE GREW SOCIALLY FAVOR WITH MAN
· Why is growth in each of these areas important?
· How can we help our children and grandchildren grow in each of these areas?
· With the exception of growing physically, why should you and I continue to grow in each of these areas?
1 John 2:6 - He that saith he abideth in him ought himself also so to walk, even as he walked.
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LUKE 2:9-14
THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS
As we are have put most of the cleaning, running, shopping and wrapping behind us, it is indeed time to take inventory and ask ourselves, Do we have the true spirit of Christmas? What good is Christmas if we havent entered into the true meaning of Christmas?
I believe that the Spirit of Christmas is reflected in the Words of the Angels in Luke 2:10-14 - And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. [11] For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord. [12] And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger. [13] And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying, [14] Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.
Based on this Scripture I would like to suggest to you that,
THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS IS THE SPIRIT OF FAITH
Have you noticed how much faith was involved in the first Christmas?
· Zacharias was disciplined by God because he didnt believe the message that he would be the Father of John the Baptist.
· Mary was visited by the Angel and told that she would be the mother of Gods Son. It took faith for her to believe and accept this.
· Joseph was told by God that his intended wife was pregnant through the work of Gods Holy Spirit. It took faith for Joseph to accept and believe that.
· Simeon was told that he would not die until he saw the Lords Christ. That required faith.
· The Wise Men followed a star by faith, looking for the Promised Messiah.
· And the shepherds. They received a message from angels that the Savior, Christ the Lord was born in Bethlehem. They believed that by faith and went to see Him.
Listen again to the message of the Angel to the shepherds.
For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.
The spirit of Christmas is the Spirit of faith.
You cant truly enter into the Spirit of Christmas with out having faith that a Savior has been born, and that hes your Savior.
You are a sinner who has broken Gods law.
You deserve eternal punishment.
But God in his love sent His sinless Son, to receive the punishment you should receive.
1 Corinthians 15:3-4
The price for your sin has been paid.
It requires faith on your part to apply that payment for sin to your account.
You must accept Jesus as your Savior, as the one who paid for your sin. John 3:16
If you havent entered into the true spirit of Christmas by trusting the Lord Jesus as your Savior, I beg you to do so this evening.
And I want to remind those of us who know Jesus as our Savior that he is also Christ, the Lord. That is something you and I must accept by faith. If Jesus is the Messiah, and if Jesus is Lord (and He is!), then we must accept that by faith and allow Him to be Lord of our lives.
Christian, by faith, let Jesus rule your life.
THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS IS THE SPIRIT OF JOY
And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people.
God intended Christmas to be a time of joy.
If anybody should have the Spirit of joy at Christmas, it should be you and I who are Christians.
· We should have joy remembering the birth of our Savior.
· We should have joy practicing the presence of Jesus in our lives.
· We should have joy sharing the precious message of salvation with friends and loved ones.
· We should have the joy of knowing that one day we will be with Him for all eternity.
· We should have the joy of looking for His return.
· We should have the joy of allowing Him to lead and guide us.
Philippians 4:4 - Rejoice in the Lord alway: and again I say, Rejoice.
Nehemiah 8:10 - the joy of the Lord is your strength.
THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS IS THE SPIRIT OF PEACE
Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.
The wish here is for peace on earth.
In one sense, right now, Jesus does not bring peace.
Those who share the Gospel often produce unrest in the hearers. Thats the conviction of the Holy Ghost.
And Jesus told his followers that they would be persecuted for His Sake.
But Jesus came to earth to bring peace to anyone and everyone who will accept it. Jesus brought peace.
Sin produces separation between God and man.
Because of his sin, man is Gods enemy.
He shed His blood for us so that we can be declared right with God, or justified. Romans 5:9
When a person trusts Jesus as Savior and is declared right with God, he is no longer Gods enemy, but Gods child. John 1:12
When a person trusts Jesus as Savior, but he is no longer Gods enemy he has peace with God.
Romans 5:1
But lets me honest, although we are at peace with God, we often lack the peace of God. We are often restless, up tight, bent out of shape, worried, and or anxious. Why?
First of all, we lack peace because we fail to focus on God.
We focus on business instead of focusing on Jesus.
We focus on fun instead of focusing on Jesus.
We focus on our problems instead of focusing on Jesus.
But when we focus on Jesus everything else will fall into perspective and we will have peace.
Isaiah 26:3-4
If you dont focus on reading Gods Word youre not focusd on Jesus.
If you dont focus on meditating on Scripture, youre not focused on Jesus.
If you dont focus talking about the things of God, youre not focused on Jesus.
If you dont focus on prayer, youre not focused on Jesus.
This leads to the second reason for a lack of peace. We fail to commit all our problems to the Lord in prayer. Philippians 4:6-7
Christian to have the true spirit of Christmas, you must have peace. Focus on the Lord and commit everything to Him in prayer.
THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS IS THE SPIRIT OF GOOD WILL
Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.
One of my favorite Christmas stories is A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens. The star character is Ebenezer Scrooge, a skin flint old miser who claimed that Christmas was a humbug.
At the end of the story Scrooge is a changed man. He then starts showing good will toward men by buying his employee Bob Cratchit a turkey, and generously sharing with people in need. He also raises Cratchits salary and he pays for medical attention for Tiny Tim.
And thats generally our idea of good will towards men.
But for the Christian good will towards men goes further than that.
Yes, we are to do kind deeds to those in need. Galatians 6:10
Having good will towards men means ceasing from anger.
And good will towards men means forgiving others and not holding grudges against them.
Ephesians 4:26-27, Ephesians 4:31-32
If you are unforgiving and/or bitter, you do not have the spirit of Christmas!
And one more thing, good will towards men would include seeking the Spiritual well being or all, Christians and non-Christians alike.
A non-Christian can not be truly happy without Jesus.
A Christian can not be truly happy without walking and growing in Jesus. You can help each of them with your personal concern and input into their Spiritual well-being.
Make sure this Christmas that you have the spirit of Christmas.
THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS IS THE SPIRIT OF FAITH
THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS IS THE SPIRIT OF JOY
THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS IS THE SPIRIT OF PEACE
THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS IS THE SPIRIT OF GOOD WILL
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Matthew 1:18-25
NAZARETH NARRATIVE
A PREGNANCY - Vs. 18
A PROBLEM - Vs. 19
A PROCLAMATION - Vss. 20-21
A PROPHECY - Vss. 22-23
A PERFORMANCE Vss. 24-25
Joseph did as he was told.
In a sense of the word, Joseph is the unsung hero of Christmas, who trusted what God had to say, and obeyed!
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Matthew 2:1-12
THE SEARCH FOR MESSIAH
REQUEST Vss. 1-3
The Wise Men came asking Where is He that is born King of the Jews?
RESEARCH Vss. 4-6
Herod was troubled and researched to find any information he could.
He learned of the prophecy of Micah 5:2.
REPORT Vss. 7-8
Herod privately got the information to the Wise Men. His hope is that they would report back and that he would be able to kill the Lord Jesus.
REWARDS Vss. 9-11
The rewards the Wise Men received for finding Jesus was actually seeing Him, worshipping Him, and sharing with Him.
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Luke 2:1-20
PERFECT!
GOD'S TIMING WAS PERFECT - Vss. 1-3
GOD'S PLACE WAS PERFECT - Vss. 4-7
GOD'S ANNOUNCEMENT WAS PERFECT - Vss. 8-14
GOD'S WELCOMING COMMITTEE WAS PERFECT - Vss. 15-20
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