Gospel Outreach International

This bible study explores the true meaning of Advent and Christmas, examining how God’s divine plan for sending His Son was meticulously laid out through biblical history. While modern society often reduces Christmas to parties, presents, and commercial celebrations, this study traces the carefully planned arrival of Jesus Christ through various biblical prophecies and revelations.

For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6

• The word “Advent” means “coming” and refers to the anticipated arrival of Jesus
• This was a well-planned event, not a reaction
• Started before the foundation of the world
• God’s plan was revealed gradually through various prophecies:
• The prophecies included details about, who, when, where and why

Concerning this salvation, the prophets who prophesied about the grace that was to be yours searched and inquired carefully, 1 Peter 1:10

This study demonstrates how God meticulously unveiled His plan for salvation through Jesus Christ, revealing it step by step throughout biblical history. Rather than overwhelming humanity with too much information at once, God graciously provided a series of progressive revelations that pointed to the coming of His Son, allowing people to gradually understand and embrace His divine plan.

Bible References

• Isaiah 9:6
• Galatians 4:4
• 1 Peter 1
• Genesis 3:15
• Genesis 12
• Genesis 17
• Genesis 17:19
• Genesis 28:13-14
• Numbers 24:17
• Joshua 24
• Isaiah
• Daniel