Christmas
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Simple idea #278 for Christmas (I don’t have 277 previous ones): Christ is BORN. Light has come into the world. Darkness has not overcome it… ever. And won’t. No matter what is going on in the world and in your world right now, here is the simple idea: Sit back. Get some coffee on, or… Read more
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51 He has shown strength with his arm. He has scattered those with arrogant thoughts and proud inclinations. 52 He has pulled the powerful down from their thrones and lifted up the lowly. 53 He has filled the hungry with good things and sent the rich away empty-handed. (Luke 1:51-31) What is always profound to me is the humility of… Read more
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4 But when the fulfillment of the time came, God sent his Son, born through a woman, and born under the Law. 5 This was so he could redeem those under the Law so that we could be adopted. 6 Because you are sons and daughters, God sent the Spirit of his Son into our hearts, crying, “Abba, Father!” 7 Therefore, you… Read more
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I was meditating on the magi coming to Bethlehem. They were seeking, and probably for about two years (and longer). Signs in the heavens. I personally think they were tracking the Hale Bopp Comet. As I think of the biblical worldview of “awe” at the signs in nature, I thought of our lack of awe… Read more
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We will be winging our way to San Diego on Christmas Day. It is a time with family (on my wife’s side) we have been looking forward to for months. We have anticipated this time and now we get the reward of that anticipation. Christmas is celebration. Christ has come. He is God WITH US.… Read more
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25 In the beginning, Lord, you laid the earth’s foundation and created the heavens. 26 They will all disappear and wear out like clothes. You change them, as you would a coat, but you last forever. 27 You are always the same. Years cannot change you. 28 Every generation of those who serve you will live in your presence. (Psalm… Read more
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This is the day we wake up slowly, my wife makes an incredible brunch for us, then we go find the biggest tree we can fit into our house. No huge lines anywhere. Completely enjoyable. Read more
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“Glory to God in heaven, and on earth peace among those whom he favors.” (Luke 2:14, CEB) Christ is born! He came to bring peace. HIS life will make the difference. Life in Christ will make the difference. One of the things I reflected on in my message on Christmas Eve was the… Read more
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This will teach me to read more slowly! As I was reading the Luke 2 account in my Common English Bible I had to do a double take in v. 12. I honestly thought it read: “you will find a newborn baby wrapped in a snuggie…” Upon further review: 12 This is a sign for… Read more
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