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It All Happened in a Moment by Max Lucado
It all happened in a moment, a most remarkable moment. As moments go, that one appeared no different than any other. But it changed the world.
Christmas Word Search Puzzle from John
The Son of God left Heaven and became a man. A fun word search puzzle for the young and young-at-heart!. Puzzle and Answer Key…
Christmas Word Search Puzzle from Luke
The birth of Jesus, as recorded by Luke, offers a fun words search puzzle for the young and young-at-heart!. Puzzle and Answer Key…
Looking for Jesus in Christmas
I went to a store “looking for Jesus in Christmas,” but didn’t find Him. Have you had this experience? What are we to do?
The Christmas Story in Poetic Verse, by Alvy E. Ford (1918-2005)
Share the Christmas story with the young and young-at-heart by sharing chapters of the Bible presented in poetic words.
Need a Quick Christmas Letter with a Significant Message?
Too busy this holiday season? Not enough time? Download this Christmas letter. It will warm hearts, stir souls, and give peace.
Christmas Advent Candle 3 – JOY: Jesus is Our Joy
Light an Advent candle to prepare your heart by renewing your hope, growing your love, rejoicing in Christ, and finding rest and peace. On the third Sunday of Advent, light the candle of JOY.
Download “Come Thou Long Expected Jesus” Daily Devotions
“Come thou long expected Jesus.” Download a daily devotional book that will rejoice your heart during this Advent season.
Christmas Word Search – “In the Bleak Midwinter”
Lyrics from a beautiful Christmas song make for a fun word search puzzle for the young and young-at-heart!. Puzzle and Answer Key…
In Case You Missed It: Christmas Articles, Videos, and More!
A complete list of our Christmas articles and videos. Read and watch now.
A Baby Changes Everything
Luke 2:12 And this shall be a sign unto you; you shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.
The Most Beautiful O Holy Night, O Night Divine: it is the night of our dear Savior’s Birth
This song is incredibly moving and theologically encouraging. Pause and ponder the words. Find hope and joy at Christmas and year ’round.
Christmas Day: When Love Was Born — Light the CHRIST Candle
On Christmas Day we light the candle at the center of all the other candles. It is the CHRIST candle.
Christmas: Good Christian Men, Rejoice
Heinrich Suso, who wrote “Good Christian, Rejoice, reminds us of another man who rejoiced to see the Lord’s salvation.
What’s the Story Behind “The Gift of the Magi” by O’Henry?
The popular Christmas story, “The Gift of the Magi” written by O’ Henry, is a Christmas story with a biblical message of sacrificial love.
Christmas Advent Candle 4 – PEACE: Pause to Find Peace
We light an Advent candle each Sunday leading up to Christmas to prepare our hearts by renewing our hope, growing our love, rejoicing in Christ, and finding rest and peace. On the fourth Sunday of Advent we light the candle of PEACE.
Songs of Christmas: The Rose of Bethlehem
Read & listen to the words of a beautiful Christmas song that describe our Blessed Hope. A song of hope about the One who was born “The Rose Of Bethlehem.”
Scripture Cookies – Fun for the Whole Family!
Fun for the whole family. COOKIES! Open your Bible to determine the ingredients, then bake some cookies and enjoy the fun!
The Most Beautiful Silent Night, Holy Night
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What DID Mary Know?
The beautiful song, “Mary, Did You Know?” prompts us to wonder, what did Mary know when she held the baby Jesus in her arms?
A Simple Timeline of the Events of Jesus’ Birth
A simple timeline of the events of Jesus’ birth.
Songs of Christmas: The First Noel
The First Noel has long been a very popular Christmas song. Learn about the history of this song and watch a short, moving video.
What Does A Candy Cane Teach About Jesus? Start a Conversation Today
Give a candy cane to someone this Christmas. Tell them the meaning of the shape, the stripes, and the sweetness of knowing Jesus.
Mary, Did You Know?
We ponder the question of what Mary knew as she held baby Jesus in her arms and looked into the eyes of the Light of the World.
I Heard The Bells On Christmas Day – Story and Song Video (lyricist: Longfellow)
Learn the circumstances under which Henry Wadsworth Longfellow wrote the words to the song, “I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day.”
Mary’s Child — from the movie, A Christmas Wish
A beautiful song from a movie that touches the heart. From the movie, “A Christmas Wish.” The movie has an inspiring message of love and hope!
The Sacrifice Began (How Many Kings)
The sacrifice God made to redeem mankind began before the cross. The sacrifice began when God gave Jesus to the world. Ask yourself, how many kings would do such a thing?
***A Hidden Message in Psalm 23?***
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Do You Know Jesus?
The Bible clearly states that everyone has sinned and fallen short of God's glory (Romans 3:23). It also emphasizes that while the wages of sin is death, God offers us the incredible gift of eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord (Romans 6:23). Don’t wait—find hope and redemption!
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Top Ten "Got Questions" in 2024
- The Meaning of NUMBERS in the Bible?
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- How are the Shepherd’s ROD and STAFF Different?
- The Meaning of COLORS in the Bible?
- How long did JOB SUFFER?
- How was Jesus Like a Worm? What’s the CRIMSON (OR SCARLET) WORM in Psalm 22?
- Jesus’ Last Days TIMELINE: the Cross and the Resurrection
- What are the FOUR Different PRESENTATIONS of Jesus in the Gospels?
- Did The Wise Men Arrive 12 DAYS AFTER JESUS’ BIRTH? Or Was It Much Later?
- What is the Significance of the Wise Men's THREE GIFTS? And were they kings?
2024's Top Ten "Words of Wisdom from the Cloud of Witnesses"
There is much to be learned from those who have gone before us in the faith. Check out our Cloud of Witnesses category that features the words of departed saints who are now with the Lord in glory. Their words equip and encourage us even to this day. Take a few minutes to hear...
- ONLY ONE LIFE, Twill Soon Be Past – by C.T. Studd (1860 – 1931)
- THE COMING PRINCE, by Sir Robert Anderson, 1894
- What's the Story Behind "There is a Fountain Filled with Blood by William Cowper
- "Immanuel" -- A Poem by Charles Spurgeon (1834-1892)
- Prayers from Billy Graham
- “The Love of God is Greater Far” by Frederick M. Lehman (1917)
- Who Was Robert Robinson? What’s the Story Behind “Come Thou Fount”
- 24 Reasons Why I Love America, by John Wayne (1907-1979)
- The Hound of Heaven, a poem by Francis Thompson (1859–1907)
- 40 Quotes from Frederick Buechner (1926-2022)
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2024's TOP TEN Videos from Reasons for Hope* Jesus
- Memorial Day BAGPIPES TRIBUTE: Amazing Grace
- RISE AND SHINE and Give God the Glory, Glory!
- WERE YOU THERE When They Crucified My Lord?
- PAUL HARVEY: THE BIRDCAGE
- Hark! the Herald Angels Sing -- CHARLIE BROWN Christmas
- JOHN WAYNE ~ WHY I LOVE AMERICA
- Not by Might, Not by Power, But BY MY SPIRIT says the Lord (Zechariah 4:6)
- PRESIDENT RONALD REAGAN: A SOLDIER'S PLEDGE
- Jimmy Stewart - Nativity Scene Prayer: Mr. Krueger's Christmas
- I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day, by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, performed by Casting Crowns
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