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Christmas Eve at Home

December 24, 2020

When Jesus was born, Joseph and Mary desired to perform what was required of them, but they didn't have enough resources. Even though they couldn't do what they should, they committed to do what they could.…

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Helpful Hungers

December 23, 2020

Our cravings often direct our lives. Whatever we want most of all, whatever we think about most often, and whatever creates in us the deepest hunger will be the central directive in our lives. Have you ever considered how deep your hunger is for spiritual matters?…

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Bible Readings for Christmas

December 22, 2020

If you are wanting to keep the focus on Christ this Christmas, prioritize reading the Bible together as a family. Here's where to start.…

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The Birth of Jesus

December 21, 2020

Prepare your heart for Christmas. Check out this helpful video by the Bible Project that will help you and your family visualize the Christmas story from the Gospel of Luke.…

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The Fulfillment We Need

December 20, 2020

The coming of Christ was the fulfillment of the Old Testament expectations and the requirement for our own righteousness. Jesus came from heaven so we could go to heaven.…

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Why Attempting to Appease Others Makes You Unable to Please God

December 17, 2020

People's approval is fickle and fleeting. God's approval is whole and worthwhile. How can you keep your eyes focused on seeking the approval of God rather than the approval of man?…

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Strong Meekness

December 16, 2020

I grew up in a culture that teaches young men that nice guys finish last. If you want to find your way in this world, you have to trail blaze yourself to that reality. What we now see is a society plagued by millions of people trying to get ahead of each other. It's time to go the second mile in developing strong meekness.…

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Concentrating on Christ at Christmas

December 15, 2020

Christmas as it is celebrated today is badly in need of a radical reformation. What was at first a spontaneous expression of an innocent pleasure has been carried to inordinate excess.…

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O Come, All You Unfaithful

December 13, 2020

I have loved this new Christmas song. "O Come, All You Unfaithful" by Sovereign Grace Music might be the surprising encouragement that you need this year.…

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Why Your Pastor Might Be Ready to Quit

December 11, 2020

Every year, many pastors burn out and quit. Why is that such a common reality? Discover ten things that might be discouraging your pastor, and how to help him address it.…

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The Biggest Misunderstanding of the Old Testament

December 10, 2020

The biggest misunderstanding of the Old Testament is thinking that God ever expected people to work for their salvation. It has always been grace through faith, and it always will be.…

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Meaningful Mourning

December 9, 2020

What causes you to be emotional? Is it sappy music or heart-stirring films? Do you get weepy at moving stories or happy reunions? Maybe you rarely feel emotions at all. What if I were to tell you that following Jesus should incorporate emotions?…

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