The Most Important Lesson for YOU in the Nativity Story?
Three more misconceptions about nativity scenes, pageants & Christmas narratives AND the most important lesson for YOU in the Nativity story.
Promise Ignites Hope
By Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus As we enter into week three of Advent, the festive and the busy activities of the season increase. And, sadly, they begin to capture our thoughts, our time and even our hearts. Take a minute to pause and think on the truly...
Errors in the Nativity Story? Is Jesus’ birthplace wrong?
We’re looking at common misconceptions found in nativity narratives and most nativity scenes. Last week gave biblical answers for three Misconceptions About Mary and Joseph’s Journey to Bethlehem and their arrival in the city. This week...
What do Zelophehad’s Daughters have to do with Christmas?
Five women, daughters of Zelophehad, have a direct bearing on our understanding of Jesus’ coming as the Son of Man and King of Israel.
Preparation Produces Hope: Get Prepared!
How can you keep Christmas Christ-centered? Find Him every day. 200 glimpses of Jesus! Read the list and find out if you “see” Him.
Misconceptions About Christmas: the Journey to Bethlehem
There are many misconceptions about Christmas surrounding the birth of Jesus. What does the Bible tell about the journey to Bethlehem for Joseph and Mary?
Prophesy Reveals Hope
Everything God does is according to His plan and purpose. Prophecy gives hope.
Did Jesus Descend into Hell?
The Apostle’s Creed says Jesus descended into Hell. It that true? Or does “hell” means the grave? How can we understand these words? Did Jesus go to Hell?
Reasons to Reason
By Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus What is reason? Reason is a faculty of the mind that enables us to make sense of things. In reasoning, we use knowledge and logic to come to understand and form conclusions about our lives and the world in which we live....
Does God create evil as Isaiah 45:7 says?
Isaiah 45:7 says “I [God] create evil.” It couldn’t be clearer. So how do we explain this since we know God made all things good?

























