Description 

Synopsis:

• Young girl walks through a cemetery and notices a dove—but isn’t able to catch it—the dove eventually perches on a white statue of Jesus and flies to the girl—symbolizing the presence of the Holy Spirit.
• Corresponding verse from O Come, O Come Emmanuel (see lyrics below) relay message that believers have victory over death and enjoy eternal life.
• Four different Scripture texts incorporated in video (see below)—for a powerful presentation of the Good News.
• Final screen sums up the series that Hope, Love, Peace, Joy and Eternal Life are all found in Jesus Christ.
• High production quality series –the truth of the Advent of Christ is all around us—but the heart of man has to be opened to receive.

Application:

• Series is suited for everyone—particular relevance for young people who are serious about their relationship with the Lord.
• There is eternal life—only through the Blood of Jesus.
• Advent gives us an opportunity to reflect on what should be the real focus of Christmas – Jesus Christ.
• The dove symbolizes the Holy Spirit –and Jesus’ promise that He will never leave us or forsake us.

Suggested Uses:

• Advent Services – Week Five

Biblical Reference:

• And she will have a son and you will name him Jesus, for He will save His people from their sins. Matthew 1:21
• The Word became flesh and made His dwelling among us. We have seen His glory and the glory of the one and only. John 1:14
• This is my dearly loved Son, who brings me great joy. Matthew 3:16
• For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life. John 3:16

Lyrics

O come, thou branch of Jesse's tree,
free them from Satan's tyranny
that trust thy mighty power to save,
and give them vict'ry o'er the grave.
Rejoice! Rejoice!
Emmanuel shall come to thee, O Israel.

Rejoice! Rejoice Emanuel,

Shall come to thee, O Israel