“And when he brings out his own sheep, he goes before them; and the sheep follow him, for they know his voice … I am the good shepherd; and I know My sheep, and am known by My own. As the Father knows Me, even so I know the Father; and I lay down My […]
“And while they were going away to make the purchase, the bridegroom came, and those who were ready went in with him to the wedding feast; and the door was shut” (Matthew 25:10, NASB) The Christmas season gives each of us the opportunity to remember, reflect upon, and celebrate the first coming of Jesus as
“Behold, the virgin shall be with child and shall bear a Son, and they shall call His name Immanuel,” which translated means, “God with us” (Matthew 1:23, NASB). “Immanuel” is a Hebrew word meaning “God with us” and expresses the wonder of the Incarnation—that God “became flesh and made his dwelling among us” (John 1:14).
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Thomas said to him, ‘My Lord and my God!’” (John 20:28, NIV). This season is not joyful for everyone. Some dread it. Their melancholy memories make it hard to sing. “Joy to the World!”—not really. “How Great Our Joy!”—well, maybe for you. Before you label me “Scrooge,” come with me to meet a first-century disciple
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