Scripture Reference: Jeremiah 31:31-34

The prophet Jeremiah speaks of the Old Testament covenants as if they failed to produce what God intended. So he foresees Christ instituting a new covenant, sealed in His blood, writing God’s law on our hearts through the Spirit, creating people who want what God wants.

Sermon Points:

• What is the covenant?
• How is the New Covenant “New?”
• How do we participate in the New Covenant?

Scripture Reference: Isaiah 52:13-53:12
Israel’s suffering is judgment for sin, but the Servant suffers voluntarily and substitutionally. Christ is not just an example of suffering; He bears our guilt to create a new community by grace.

Sermon Points:

• The Ordinary Servant
• The Suffering Servant
• The Substituting Servant

Scripture Reference: Isaiah 9:1-7
Isaiah ministered during a time of great gloom and fear, a real social darkness. But a new kind of King is coming! Christ is the Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace—the King who doesn’t use power to take, but to save.

Sermon Points:

• The Historical Setting
• The Good News of the Child
• The Messiah’s Kingdom