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Love Came Down at Christmas
For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him. Whoever believes in him is not condemned, but whoever does not believe stands condemned already because they have not believed in the name of God’s one and only Son. This is the verdict: Light has come into the world, but people loved darkness instead of light because their deeds were evil. …
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Joy to the World
But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord. Luke 2:10-11 Today we light the third candle on the Advent wreath, the candle of joy. Today’s verse is from the story of Jesus birth. It is the birth announcement brought to the Shepherds in the fields. The angels talk about the great joy that this announcement will bring to ALL the people. This is news that had been anticipated for a very long time. Joy means happy, delight, or rejoice, what…
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Peace on Earth, Goodwill towards Men
Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord. This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.” Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, “Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.” Luke 2:11-14 Today we celebrate the second week of Advent and will be lighting the candle of peace. Last week we talked about how we find hope in Jesus as the Prince of Peace, the giver of peace. This week we are going to look…
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The Most Wonderful Time of the Year
The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of deep darkness, a light has dawned… For to us, a child is born, to us, a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the greatness of his government and peace, there will be no end. He will reign on David’s throne and over his kingdom, establishing and upholding it with justice and righteousness from that time on and forever. The zeal of the Lord Almighty will accomplish this. Isaiah 9:2, 6-7 It is said that Christmas…
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Three Friendships that Refresh the Soul
My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you. Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends. You are my friends if you do what I command…This is my command: Love each other. John 15:12-14,17 Who is your best friend? How much time do you spend with your friends? If you had to pick one friend to take a long journey with, who would you choose? Why? A friendship that refreshes the soul is a blessing to have. God has called us His friend. We are not here on earth to be His servants, but His friend. All He asks from…
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A Thanksgiving Prayer
Let them give thanks to the LORD for his unfailing love and his wonderful deeds for mankind, for he satisfies the thirsty and fills the hungry with good things. Psalm 107:8-9 Heavenly Father, I have asked for many things this year, and you have blessed me beyond measure. Today I want to ask for nothing but give thanks to you for everything. Thank you for mercy and grace, for forgiveness I have received without question. Thank you for my salvation, which I do not deserve, but you gave to me, a poor miserable sinner. Thank you for the promise of eternity. Thank you for your protection, even when I didn’t…
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Three Lessons learned from the Mary and Martha Battle
As Jesus and his disciples were on their way, he came to a village where a woman named Martha opened her home to him. She had a sister called Mary, who sat at the Lord’s feet listening to what he said. But Martha was distracted by all the preparations that had to be made. She came to him and asked, “Lord, don’t you care that my sister has left me to do the work by myself? Tell her to help me!” “Martha, Martha,” the Lord answered, “you are worried and upset about many things, but few things are needed—or indeed only one. Mary has chosen what is better, and it will not be taken away from her.” Luke 10:38-42 Does hospitality…
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A Holy Utterance
“Whoever heeds discipline shows the way to live, but whoever ignores correction leads others astray. ” Proverbs 10:17 This was my verse of the day. I have to admit; I was not overjoyed with this selection. I wonder how the “Verse of the Day” people picks their verses? I also wonder how no matter what the day and no matter what the verse, it always is just precisely what I need to hear that day? There is a particular responsibility that comes with being a Scribe4God (That sounds cool, right?). Take writing a devotion. I am quoting the scriptures, God’s word and then I am writing a devotional about that…
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Six Types of Prayer To Create Impact In Your Prayer Life
Do you want a more impactful prayer life? Do you want to add some tools to your prayer life that will create results? Today we are going to look at six types of prayers that will impact your prayer life. As we finish up the series on the Armor of God, we are going to look at the last two lines of Ephesians 6:10-18. Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate…
