Victory Fellowship Church Podcast

Have you ever been disappointed, discouraged or depressed at Christmas? In this message, Pastor Jamie Nunnally shares a fresh look at the first Christmas ever, which may have been the worst Christmas ever.  3 keys to avoid having the worst Christmas ever:1. Adjust your expectations 2. Embrace God’s perspective3. Repurpose your pain.  1.Adjust Your Expectations: Disappointment occurs when what you hope for isn’t what happens. When you’re disappointed, asking the question “What was I expecting?” often helps identify why you feel the way you do. The Pregnancy: how Mary and Joseph adjusted their expectations:Luke 1:26-35 Mary was confused and disturbed V 29 Mary was afraid. V 30Mary was uncertain. V 34  Matthew 1:18-25Joseph was hurt. Joseph was angry. Joseph had doubt. Joseph had to seriously adjust his expectations. The Response:And Mary said, “Behold, I am the servant of the Lord; let it be to me according to your word.” Luke 1:38 What does God want to birth in you?  We often say a pregnant woman is “expecting