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The holidays crowd our hearts and minds with the urgency of NOW. The demands of parties, recitals, shopping, and dinners leave us dazed. Christmas morning often ends with a sigh of relief. As Christians, we have a better season in Advent. As we seek to balance the demands of “the most wonderful time of the […]
This Advent we’ll be taking a deep look at Matthew’s genealogy of Christ (Matt.1:1-17). As we reflect upon Jesus’ family tree, we are confronted with the story of God’s grace – a story of wanderers, kings, and exiles yearning for the day of “God with us” (Matt.1:23). Advent places us in that unfolding story […]
Martin Luther called the Old Testament “the manger in which Christ lies.” Hundreds of years before the birth of Jesus, the prophets foretold of the day when a Messiah would come. Malachi spoke of the messenger who would prepare His way. Micah spoke of the town of Bethlehem as the place of His nativity. Hosea […]
Let’s talk about three kings – not the ones you might be thinking. From the ivory palace of Caesar Augustus to the halted kingdom of David to the straw-filled manger throne in Bethlehem. Spoiler Alert – The humble baby in the manger is the King of kings. JESUS – THE HUMBLE KING OF kings While they were there, […]
Let’s talk about three kings – not the ones you might be thinking. From the ivory palace of Caesar Augustus to the halted kingdom of David to the straw-filled manger throne in Bethlehem. Spoiler Alert – The humble baby in the manger is the King of kings. David – the incomplete king Joseph also went up from the […]
Let’s talk about three kings – not the ones you might be thinking. From the ivory palace of Caesar Augustus to the halted kingdom of David to the straw-filled manger throne in Bethlehem. Spoiler Alert – The humble baby in the manger is the King of kings. Caesar – the not-so powerful king In those […]
Together from IMB on Vimeo. Not all of us may be able to go, but all of us can give. During the Advent season we have the opportunity to give to the work of the International Mission Board for the sake of the gospel being proclaimed to all nations. 100% of proceeds go directly to missionaries on the […]
“The Word became flesh and dwelt among us. We observed his glory, the glory as the one and only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth” (John 1:14). Nowhere else can one read such surprising words! At Christmas, we celebrate the incarnation of the Son of God – Jesus, the One who has […]
Good Reading Good Listening Weekly Devotional “Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you believe so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” – Romans 15:13 –
Advent Reflection – Week 4 “I am the Lord’s servant,” Mary answered. “May your word to me be fulfilled.” (Luke 1:38) In this last week of Advent, as we prepare to celebrate Christmas, there is much that we can learn from Mary concerning faith. The angel Gabriel visited Mary and gave her the unexpected news […]