Hope
How does the dictionary define "hope"?
"to want something to happen or be true"
According to a survey taken, what are the top two causes of stress during the holiday season?
(1) spending too much or not having enough money to spend
(2) finding the right gifts
Did Jesus go to school as a child?
Yes
Biblical hope is based on the __________ _________, not circumstances.
unchanging God
Ephesians 2:14 says, "For He Himself is our peace, who made both groups into one and broke down the barrier of the dividing wall." Who were the "both groups"?
Jews and Gentiles
Which saint is Santa Claus based on?
Saint Nicholas
The Hebrew word translated as "hope" means _______________.
"to wait for"
How are we reconciled to God?
by placing our trust in Jesus--his death and resurrection
In Luke, who did the angels tell about the birth of Jesus?
Shepherds
I will wait for the Lord, my whole being waits, and in his ______ I put my hope.
word
Isaiah 9:6-7 says that a Child will be born to us, a Son will be given to us...and His name will be called Wonderful Counselor, __________, Eternal Father, ____________.
Mighty God; Prince of Peace
During what period of history did pictures of angels started looking like humans with wings?
Renaissance (14th to 17th century)