1. Isaiah 61:1-3

9. 1. Absence of a beloved person 2. Family misunderstandings 3. The economic difficulties 4. Physical tiredness/Health 5. Loneliness 6. Seasonal Emotional Disturbance - Seasonal Affective Disorder

11. 1 The Spirit of the Sovereign LORD is on me, because the LORD has anointed me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim freedom for the captives and release from darkness for the prisoners, 2 to proclaim the year of the LORD's favor and the day of vengeance of our God, to comfort all who mourn, 3 and provide for those who grieve in Zion-- to bestow on them a crown of beauty instead of ashes, the oil of gladness instead of mourning, and a garment of praise instead of a spirit of despair. They will be called oaks of righteousness, a planting of the LORD for the display of his splendor.

13. 1. Shalom as wholeness of life or body (health) 2. Shalom as right relationship or harmony between two parties or people, often established by a covenant. 3. Shalom as prosperity, success, or fulfillment 4. Shalom as victory over one's enemies or absence of war.

15. "Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. 11 Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord. 12 This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger."

16. 13 Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, 14 "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to men on whom his favor rests."

18. Isaiah 61:1:“The Spirit of the Sovereign LORD is on me, because the LORD has anointed me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted…” Psalm 147:3: “He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.”

20. Peace with God – the vertical dimension Peace of God – the internal dimension Peace with others – the horizontal dimension Peace for others – the proclamation of peace in the gospel