For a child will be born to us, a son will be given to us; And the government will rest on His shoulders; And His name will be called Wonderful
Awaiting. Wondering. Naming? | Advent 2023
The angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God. And now, you will conceive in your womb and bear a child, and
The Early Names of Jesus – Self-fulfilling Prophecy | Advent 2023
Yesterday I started by talking about all that was said about Jesus either prior to, or right after his birth. As a reminder, Gabriel told Mary, “He will be great,
The Early Names of Jesus – A Mother’s Thoughts | Advent 2023
Before Jesus was even born, many people already believed certain things about him. Gabriel told Mary, “He will be great, and will be called the son of the Highest” and
Emmanuel, God with us | Advent 2023
Therefore, the Lord will give you a sign. The young woman is pregnant and is about to give birth to a son, and she will name him Immanuel. —Isaiah 7:14
Joy | Advent 2023
Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds. —James 1:2 Joy is more than happiness. It is a perpetual gladness in your heart
A Star of Joy | Advent 2023
A Star Shone Over Bethlehem – A Star of Joy In the crumbling towers of BabylonAn ancient study continued on.Nightly observers scanned the skiesWatching the heavenly bodies riseAnd recording their
Fruitcakes | Advent 2023
And the angel said to them, “Be not afraid; for behold, I bring you good news of a great joy which will come to all the people; for to you
By What Name Am I Known? | Advent 2023
See what great love the Father has given us, that we should be called children of God! —1 John 3:1 Most of us know who we were named for, i.e.
Distinguishing Love | Advent 2023
Love is patient, love is kind, it isn’t jealous, it doesn’t brag, it isn’t arrogant, it isn’t rude, it doesn’t seek its own advantage, it isn’t irritable, it doesn’t keep