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Christmas

Mary's Magnificat

Mary’s Magnificat – Luke 1:46-49

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Luke 1:46-55 records the Magnificat of Mary, her song of praise to God. Join her this Christmas in praising God for what he has done.

Immanuel, God with us

Immanuel: God With Us – Matthew 1:22-23

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This Christmas, as we celebrate the birth of Jesus, remember him as Immanuel, God with us. Not just a newborn baby, but God incarnate; God with us.

news of great joy

News of Great Joy for All People – Luke 2:10-11

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Good news of great joy. It was 2000 years ago. And it is still news of great joy for the world today. The savior has come into the world.

a star in the east

We Have Seen His Star in the East – Matthew 2:1-2

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A star in the east led wise men to Jesus. The same one responsible for that star shines a light in our hearts. Will we follow it to Jesus?

The manger and the cross

Remembering the Manger and the Cross

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The manger has no real meaning apart from the cross. This Christmas, don't forget why Jesus was born in Bethlehem over 2000 years ago.

Isn’t There Anyone Who Knows What Christmas Is All About?

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What is Christmas all about? It is God, becoming a man, preparing to offer his life as an atonement for us, so that we might have life,

responding to a message from God

Responding to a Message From God – Luke 1:18-20

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Zechariah responding to Gabriel's message with skepticism. How do I respond when God send me a message, by angel, the Bible, or another person?

Shining in the Darkness

A Light Shining In the Darkness – Matthew 4:16

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Honor Christ today as Lord and God! Let the light of Christ shine out from you into the darkness that is enveloping our world.

Emmanuel, God with us

Immanuel: God With Us – Matthew 1:23

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More than a baby born into humble circumstances, Jesus was Immanuel, God with us. Don't just celebrate his birth. Worship him as God.