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God’s Perfect Plans for Christmas and Beyond
Friday, December 15 God’s Perfect Plans for Christmas and Beyond If you, then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give good gifts to those who ask him! Matthew 7:11 As we approach the season of giving, the image of carefully […]
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God’s Perfect Plans for Christmas
Thursday, December 14 God’s Perfect Plans for Christmas For I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord. They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope. Jeremiah 29:11 Every year, I make a Christmas list, meticulously planning, taking notes throughout the year and editing to […]
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Christmas Starts With Christ
Wednesday, December 13 Christmas Starts With Christ And he is the head of the body, the church: who is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead; that in all things he might have the preeminence follow. Colossians 1:18 In 2015, the ‘Christmas Starts with Christ’ initiative was introduced, aiming to refocus the nation’s favorite holiday […]
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The Wonderful Name
Tuesday, December 12 The Wonderful Name Behold, the virgin shall be with child, and bear a Son, and they shall call His name Immanuel,” which is translated, “God with us. Matthew 1:23 In the hush of the Advent season, we turn our hearts toward the profound significance of the name above all names—Jesus. Names in […]
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Contagious Joy
Monday, December 11 Contagious Joy I have told you these things so that you will be filled with my joy. Yes, your joy will overflow! John 15:11 The holiday season brings with it a touch of magic and wonder, much like the movie “Elf.” In this heartwarming film, Buddy, played by Will Ferrell, discovers that […]
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Revising Joy: Lessons from The Grinch
Friday, December 8 Revising Joy: Lessons from The Grinch A joyful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones. Proverbs 17:22 Beneath the whimsical tale of The Grinch lies a profound story of transformation, redemption, and the power of love. In the movie opening we find The Grinch living in a […]
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Too Busy: Lessons from The Grinch
Thursday, December 7 Too Busy: Lessons from The Grinch Then Jesus said, “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Matthew 28:11 Tis the season of hustle and bustle, where the familiar tale of The Grinch often finds its way onto our screens. Dr. […]
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One Step at a Time
Wednesday, December 6 One Step at a Time Show me the right path, O Lord; point out the road for me to follow. Psalm 25:4 Let the countdown to Christmas begin! With only 19 days left, the festive spirit is all around us, especially if you’ve been tuning into the various TV channels with their […]