Mary, Mary
One of my friend's favorite Christmas songs is "Mary, Did You Know?" In it the birth mother of Jesus is asked if she knows the importance and uniqueness of her baby boy. What did…
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Begin a New Tradition
Too often, Christ is absent in Christmas. So how about beginning a new Christ-centered tradition? Check out these great ideas:
Lonely Holiday
All too often, holidays don’t meet expectations. Especially Christmas. For some, it’s filled with family times, parties, church activities, and gift exchanges. But you may be spending this year at home alone. Don’t fret!
Go Tell it on the Mountain
.... “Let the people shout from the mountaintops” … “Let them give glory to the Lord.” Isaiah 42 But how many of them, “how many of us” are willing to “tell it on the…
More than Just a Baby
Sometimes that manger scene seems so irrelevant. I pondered how the Baby Jesus impacts my life. He is…so much more than just a baby!
Loneliness
Have you ever felt lonely? Jesus says “Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you” Hebrews 13:5 What can we do to help ourselves when we feel lonely, and how can we…
8 Christmas Decorations and Their Meaning
Many of the traditional decorations symbolize something quite significant. They're not just decorations.
Mary’s First Trimester
In our rush toward Christmas and the miracle of Bethlehem, we often ignore the humanness of Mary.
Holy Reunion
It had been eight months since I had attended church. No problem, I thought, I pray, watch podcasts, and study God’s Word by myself. It’s all good, right?
The I AM God
By calling Himself I AM what is God saying about himself? I am ever present and I am enough.
Forgive Again and Again
When Clay Crosse first admitted his sin to his wife Renee, she felt everything any normal woman would feel: anger, resentment, hurt; more anger. She was becoming closed to him. And every time he…
Jesus is the Reason
“This is what I am looking for… the REAL meaning of Christmas!” Read: Luke 2:1-20 Jesus Christ is the real reason for this season.
Shelter Of The Most High
Sometimes, warfare is less about attacking and more about resting in the shelter of Elyon―God Most High.
Be Calm. Be Strong. Be Thankful!
“Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.” Colossians 3:15
More than Gratitude
Becky had often heard the little saying, "have an attitude of gratitude", and for the most part she did. She could count her blessings and generally found a thankful spirit. But this - there…
Do You Know?
“… Yes, I have loved you with an everlasting love: therefore with loving kindness have I drawn you.” Jeremiah 31:3
Beyond Addiction
After seventeen years of marriage, Meg’s husband held a secret. He had struggled with sexual addiction for years.
Choosing Thankfulness
Thankfulness is an attitude we choose to have. It’s not based on what we have or where we are in life. Yes, friend, as you face life’s challenges, choose thankfulness. It’s a choice with…
The Stench
What will awaken your faith to do something that you have never done before! In these stories, a 'stench' motivated them.
Not Invisible
I woke up today and I felt small. It happened when I fell into the trap of comparing myself to others.