DECEMBER 7, 2025 STUDY GUIDE
LIGHT OF THE WORLD: FEAR
Luke 1:26–38
Guest Preacher: Bro. Erdie Carter, Associate Pastor
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DECEMBER 14, 2025 STUDY GUIDE
Light of the World: Angels
Matthew 1:18-25
What do you know about angels? What does the Bible teach about these angelic beings?
The Christmas story is filled with appearances of angels, God's messengers. Take the time to read the following Bible verses: Matthew 1:20-21 (Joseph); Luke 1:28 (Mary); and Luke 2:10-12 (shepherds). How did these individuals interact with the angels?
In today's culture, we find myths and truths about angels. How would you answer the following three questions? Your answers must be founded on the authority of God's Word.
Does every person have a guardian angel? (Matthew 18:10)
Do people become angels when they die? (Hebrews 1:14
Do angels sit on clouds, play harps, and eat angel food cake? (Is this a misconception?)
The goal of this week's study is to discover who angels are and what they do. The Bible is filled with references to angels. You'll find them present and active in both the Old and New Testaments.
Angels are created beings, spirit beings, intelligent beings, obedient beings, and powerful beings.
Here are four words that give you a biblical picture of angels.
1. Worshipers. Angelic beings worship, celebrate, and adore the Lord. Where in the Bible do you see angels worshiping God? Open your Bibles and read Isaiah 6 and Revelation 19. Angels worshiped the Lord, not themselves. As believers in Christ, you've experienced God's grace, goodness, and glory. He saved you. How are you worshiping, celebrating, and adoring the Lord?
2. Warriors. Angels are mighty, powerful, and strong. These angelic beings are more than cute and cuddly beings featured in many Christmas productions. The Bible talks about "angel armies" (2 Kings 19:35). Angels are warriors, fighting in a spiritual battle. Can you discuss specific Bible verses that describe angels as warriors? There are at least two angels listed by name. Can you name them?
3. Workers. Angels have a purpose, and they serve the Lord and His people. Open your Bibles again and read Matthew 4 and Acts 12. How did angels serve Jesus and Peter? Angels are workers. How have you experienced the personal ministry of angels? As believers, the Lord saved you, gifted you, and left you on earth for a reason. How are you serving Him, working for Him?
4. Witnesses. Angels are messengers. In God's Word, you see angelic messengers and human messengers (Revelation 2-3). Pastors are classified as messengers. How did angels proclaim the truth about the Lord? You can focus on two seasons of Jesus' life, His birth and His resurrection. In Acts 5, how did an angel help Peter and the apostles? How are you witnessing for the Lord?
In this week's sermon, our pastor is going to give you five behaviors of angels that believers must copy. What do you think will be on the list? Take a few moments and discuss possible words or phrases.
Angels point people to the Light of the World, Jesus Christ. How are you doing the same thing?
Here are three closing questions to answer:
How has this week's study enhanced your understanding of angels?
Can you share a moment when God used an angel to protect you?
Is your life available for God to use to help others?
As we celebrate Christmas at FBC Clarksville, we'd love for you to join us. You're being prayed for by our church family. Our vision as a church is to worship God, love people, share Jesus, and make disciples.
We hope to worship with you this weekend.
Grace and Peace!
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