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Please help us share God's truths and hope in Christ. The sacrifice God made to redeem mankind began before the cross. The sacrifice began when God gave Jesus to the world. Jesus came to die–to die for sinful man–that we might have eternal life with Him....
by Don Johnston, Reasons for Hope* Jesus
Please help us share God's truths and hope in Christ. Luke 2:30-32 [Simeon said] “For my eyes have seen Your salvation which You have prepared before the face of all peoples; a light to bring revelation to the Gentiles, and the glory of Your people Israel.” This is...
by Don Johnston, Reasons for Hope* Jesus
Please help us share God's truths and hope in Christ. The gospel of Luke records that first Christmas night when God intervened in human history. And God did this in such a way that no one was left out. These good tidings were for all men and all women (especially...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus
Please help us share God's truths and hope in Christ. Before we look at the prophetic symbolism of Advent candles (below), let’s consider the purpose and significance of Advent candles. The purpose is very simple. It’s to prepare our hearts for the celebration...
by Don Johnston, Reasons for Hope* Jesus
Please help us share God's truths and hope in Christ. The coming of the Messiah had been prophesied for centuries, but most were not anticipating when, where, or how He would appear. The good news of Christmas is literally for all people of all colors, countries, and...
by Don Johnston, Reasons for Hope* Jesus
Please help us share God's truths and hope in Christ. Good tidings started 2000 years ago when angels appeared to startled shepherds one night. Luke 2:8-11“Now there were in the same country shepherds living out in the fields, keeping watch over their flock by...
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Please help us share God's truths and hope in Christ. Handel’s Messiah was composed by George Frederick Handel (1685-1759) in 1741 and titled The Messiah. They lyrics contain words, with a few modifications, from the Holy Bible. Watch as these silent...
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Please help us share God's truths and hope in Christ. Salvation is a gift. So also was Jesus coming to earth to live and die for us. Isa 9:6 For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be...
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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...
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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...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus
Please help us share God's truths and hope in Christ. We don’t often think in terms of “taking” but we do think about Jesus giving. Taking is nothing more than accepting and receiving that which Jesus gives. So learn to take this Advent season. The...
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Please help us share God's truths and hope in Christ. Valentine’s Day Easter Thanksgiving Christmas Songs of Christmas New Year ***A Hidden Message in Psalm 23?*** Hidden in the six verses of Psalm 23 are 11 names for Jesus. When you subscribe to our...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus
Please help us share God's truths and hope in Christ. This is the third in a series addressing misconceptions found in nativity narratives and most nativity scenes. The first week addressed Misconceptions About Mary and Joseph’s Journey to Bethlehem and the second...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus
Please help us share God's truths and hope in Christ. Preparation Produces Hope As the hectic hustle and bustle of the holidays is now underway, take some time every day to reflect on the importance of this time of waiting and preparation. In a time when our world...
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Please help us share God's truths and hope in Christ. If you don't receive our emails, now. Just the Beginning of You, by Charles Billingsley We All Know What it Feels Like to Lose Night At the Creation Museum, from Creation Today The Gate of the Year: A Message to...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus
Please help us share God's truths and hope in Christ. There’s a lot of evidence that indicates Jesus was not likely born in December and was probably born in September (Read: Was Jesus born in September?). Some of the many reasons for a non-December birth are based...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus
Please help us share God's truths and hope in Christ. Although December 25th is the day that we celebrate the birth of our Lord, most Bible students understand that it is not likely the date on which Jesus was born. We should not be surprised that the Bible...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus
Please help us share God's truths and hope in Christ. [Watch the Video Below; Tribute to Moms in Heaven below] My mother has been with Jesus since 2003. Time definitely has eased the pain of separation, but time has also faded my memories. Circumstances in my life...
by Shari Abbott, Reasons for Hope* Jesus
Please help us share God's truths and hope in Christ. In Psalm 84, we are introduced to the Valley of Weeping. In some translations, it is called the Valley of Baca, a Hebrew word that derives from bakah (baw-kaw), meaning to weep, bemoan, bewail, complain, make...
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Please help us share God's truths and hope in Christ. William Cowper contributed songs to a hymnal complied by John Newton in 1779. Read his poetic words that became the songs “God Moves in a Mysterious Way” and “O! for a closer walk with God.” Then WATCH...