To Adore is a Door – Advent Series 2024 Sermon Guide

To Adore is a Door – Advent Series 2024

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In this Christmas message, Pastor Jimmy Seibert explores the profound meaning behind the carol “O Come Let Us Adore Him,” breaking down its significance into three powerful themes: adoration, worthiness and glory. Through personal stories, Scripture readings and practical applications, he illustrates how adoration opens doors to experiencing God’s character, how Jesus alone is worthy of our worship and how we can give God glory in our daily lives — especially during the holiday season.

This sermon emphasizes:

• Adoration is defined as praising God for who He says He is with love, honor, affection and respect
• To adore is a door — it opens pathways to all we need and all we’re made for
• When we adore God by calling out His names and character, He is released to act in those ways in our lives
• Jesus alone is worthy of worship because He alone can forgive sins and provide salvation
• Just as we adore God, He also shows His adoration for us through His everlasting love
• God gets glory not just through our worship but through practical daily actions — from morning devotions to family relationships
• Giving forgiveness can be one of the most meaningful gifts we can give during Christmas
• We manifest God’s glory by including Him in every aspect of our lives
• Christ in us is the hope of glory — we reflect God’s glory when we stay connected to Him
• Simple acts of intentionality in relationships can bring glory to God during the holiday season

Key Scriptures:

“The Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty. But we all, with unveiled face, beholding as in a mirror the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from glory to glory.” (2 Corinthians 3:17-18)

“Enter His gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise. Give thanks to Him, bless His name. For the LORD is good; His lovingkindness is everlasting and His faithfulness to all generations.” (Psalm 100:4-5)

“For a child will be born to us, a son will be given to us; And the government will rest on His shoulders; And His name will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Eternal Father, Prince of Peace.” (Isaiah 9:6)

“The Lord appeared to him from afar, saying, ‘I have loved you with an everlasting love; Therefore I have drawn you with lovingkindness.'” (Jeremiah 31:3)

“Whether, then, you eat or drink or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.” (1 Corinthians 10:31)

Section 3: Table Questions:

1. How would you define adoration in your own words and how is it different from other forms of worship?
2. The sermon suggests that “to adore is a door.” What doors has worship opened in your spiritual journey?
3. Which of God’s names or characteristics do you find yourself needing most right now and why?
4. How does understanding that God adores you change your perspective on your relationship with Him?
5. What practical ways can you give God glory in your daily routines this week?
6. The sermon mentioned giving the gift of forgiveness. Is there someone you need to extend forgiveness to this Christmas season?
7. What intentional actions could you take to make your family gatherings more meaningful this holiday season?
8. How can you better position yourself to hear what God is praying for you rather than just presenting your own requests?
9. In what ways has Jesus proven Himself worthy of worship in your personal life this past year?
10. The sermon emphasizes that we are the glory of God. How can you better reflect His glory in your sphere of influence?