12 Days of Christmas: Day 8 She had lived as a widow since then for eighty-four years. She never left the temple, worshiping with fasting and prayer night and day.(Luke 2:37) Prayer seems to be one of the most difficult commands given in Scripture, and yet, it is one of the greatest gifts God has …
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22180.007 Our God of Promise
12 Days of Christmas: Day 7 Now, according to your word, Sovereign Lord, permit your servant to depart in peace. For my eyes have seen your salvation that you have prepared in the presence of all peoples: a light, for revelation to the Gentiles, and for glory to your people Israel.(Luke 2:29–32) Simeon, a righteous, …
22180.006 Spread the News
12 Days of Christmas: Day 6, Christmas So they hurried off and located Mary and Joseph, and found the baby lying in a manger. When they saw him, they related what they had been told about this child, and all who heard it were astonished at what the shepherds said. But Mary treasured up all …
22180.005 Praise…No Matter What
12 Days of Christmas: Day 5 And Mary said,“My soul exalts the Lord, and my spirit has begun to rejoice in God my Savior, because he has looked upon the humble state of his servant.For from now on all generations will call me blessed, because he who is mighty has done great things for me, …
22180.004 What the Lord Has Said Will Be Accomplished!
12 Days of Christmas: Day 4 And blessed is she who believed that what was spoken to her by the Lord would be fulfilled.(Luke 1:45) After receiving the news that she would be with child and that He would be called the Son of the Most High, Mary hurries to visit her cousin Elizabeth. Elizabeth, …
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22180.003 God with Us
12 Days of Christmas: Day 3 “Look! The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and they will name him Emmanuel,” which means “God with us.”(Matthew 1:23) We discover in these verses fulfilled prophecy. The Savior would be born of a virgin. God always fulfills His every word! Jesus gives us a solemn …
22180.002 Give Him the Name Jesus
12 Days of Christmas: Day 2 She will give birth to a son and you will name him Jesus, because he will save his people from their sins.(Matthew 1:21) The highly favored Mary and the righteous Joseph were chosen by God to be the earthly parents of Jesus. Amazing! Mary and Joseph were both faithful …
75999.25213 When God Ran
by Phillips, Craig and Dean (To watch a video, you will need Internet access. If you cannot access the video, read the lyrics.) Almighty God, The Great I Am, Immovable Rock, Omnipotent, Powerful,Awesome Lord.Victorious Warrior, Commanding King of Kings,Mighty Conqueror and the only time,The only time I ever saw him run,Was when Refrain: He ran …
75999.25213 Reckless Love
(To watch a video, you will need Internet access. If you cannot access the video, read the lyrics.) Before I spoke a word, You were singing over meYou have been so, so good to meBefore I took a breath, You breathed Your life in meYou have been so, so kind to me Refrain:Oh, the overwhelming, …
62001.000 Welcome to the Journey
The very fact that you are reading this speaks of your bravery. I applaud your willingness to explore God’s heart. If you, like so many, are searching for a way forward but have not considered Jesus Christ, thank you for your boldness and courage. This is a good place to start. If you, like so many …