Why is Simeon Significant in the Nativity Narrative?
Please help us share God's truths and hope in Christ. Although both Simeon and Anna (Luke 2) are often overlooked in the nativity narrative, they are significant and had important roles in declaring and establishing Jesus as the Messiah and the Son of God. Remembering...Who’s Often Forgotten in the Birth of Jesus Story?
Please help us share God's truths and hope in Christ. One of my favorite narratives of the birth of Jesus is often overlooked. We all know that angels told the shepherds of the miraculous birth of a child, a Saviour who is Christ the Lord, born in the city of David....In Case You Missed It — Christmas Articles, Videos, Games
Please help us share God's truths and hope in Christ. The Season of Advent (the 4 weeks before Christmas) What is Advent?HOPE Advent Candle 1 – Prophecy Gives Hope (video)LOVE Advent Candle 2 – Promise Reveals Love (video)JOY Advent Candle 3 – Jesus Is Our Joy...A Christmas Morning Prayer
Please help us share God's truths and hope in Christ. On Christmas morning, we bow before the cradle. When we do so, we set our eyes on Jesus. May we always remember to look to Him for wisdom in all things and to seek Him for guidance in every situation. Let us also...Did Jesus Bring Peace On Earth?
Please help us share God's truths and hope in Christ. Most of us know these verses: And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying, Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, goodwill toward men. Luke 2:13-14 But...I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day, Words by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow (video)
Please help us share God's truths and hope in Christ. <<Video Below>> Henry Wadsworth Longfellow (1807-1882) is among the Great Cloud of Witnesses who have gone before us into glory (Heb 12:1). He’s a favorite of mine. Perhaps because I grew up...T’was the Night Before Jesus Came
Please help us share God's truths and hope in Christ. Click on the booklet image to download the poem in PDF format. Print it as a booklet by using 2-sided and short-edge binding settings. T’was the Night Before Jesus Came T’was the night before Jesus came, and all...Was Jesus Born in a Stable, a Cave or a House?
Please help us share God's truths and hope in Christ. Many have Nativity scenes that feature a stable as Jesus’ birthplace, but was Jesus born in a stable? Or could it have been a cave? Or a house? The easy answer to this is that we don’t know. We...“Immanuel” — A Poem by Charles Spurgeon (1834-1892)
Please help us share God's truths and hope in Christ. Charles Spurgeon (1834-1892) is well remembered for his service to the Lord as a pastor. Known as the Prince of Preachers, his sermons have inspired millions and still give hope and joy to all who read them. But...Does “Xmas” Cross Jesus Out of Christmas?
Please help us share God's truths and hope in Christ. Why do people shorten Christmas to Xmas? Since Jesus Christ is the Word, why would anyone want to leave the word Christ out of Christmas? Does using Xmas dishonor Jesus? Lots of Questions For Which There Are...A Christmas Poem to Download and Print
Please help us share God's truths and hope in Christ. Last year, I wrote “A Christmas Poem by Nana Shari” for my grandchildren. This year, I had it printed (on canvas) with their pictures, and I framed it. I want to share the poem with you and offer a...What are the Events of Jesus’ Birth? A Timeline and Chronology
Please help us share God's truths and hope in Christ. There is a lot of information in the Bible about the events of Jesus’ birth. From prophecy throughout the Old Testament to the historical records of the Gospel accounts we read about the significant events...Download “King of Love” Daily Advent Devotions
Please help us share God's truths and hope in Christ. So, what is advent? Advent is a season of waiting, expecting, and hoping. The word “advent” comes from the Latin word “adventus,” which means “coming”. For Christians, celebrating Advent helps prepare our hearts...Did The Wise Men (Magi) Arrive 12 Days After Jesus’ Birth? Or Was It Much Later?
Please help us share God's truths and hope in Christ. We’ve already covered “WHO Were the Wise Men?” and “HOW Did They Know?” Now, let’s consider “WHEN Did the Wise Men Arrive?” There’s a popular Christmas carol, “The...It All Happened in a Moment by Max Lucado
Please help us share God's truths and hope in Christ. It all happened in a moment, a most remarkable moment. As moments go, that one appeared no different than any other. If you could somehow pick it up off the timeline and examine it, it would look exactly like the...Christmas Word Search Puzzle from John
Please help us share God's truths and hope in Christ. Life is often like a puzzle. Getting started isn't easy and sometimes it's difficult to see how the pieces fit together. Take a few minutes to do a Bible Word Search puzzle. Read the Bible verses and fill in the...Christmas Word Search Puzzle from Luke
Please help us share God's truths and hope in Christ. Life is often like a puzzle. Getting started isn't easy and sometimes it's difficult to see how the pieces fit together. Take a few minutes to do a Bible Word Search puzzle. Read the Bible verses and fill in the...Looking for Jesus in Christmas
Please help us share God's truths and hope in Christ. Recently, I went shopping for a Christmas decoration to place on our door. I wanted something that would draw attention to the One whom the Christmas holidays are all about — Jesus! So I went to a specific store,...The Christmas Story in Poetic Verse, by Alvy E. Ford (1918-2005)
Please help us share God's truths and hope in Christ. Share the Christmas story with the young and young-at-heart by sharing chapters of the Bible presented in poetic words. Alvy Ford, a long-departed saint, created a beautiful work in which he summarized every...
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