Why the Manger?
Every Christmas Eve we’re invited to the manger. The manger is the centre-piece of every nativity set. And the manger central to the account of the very first Christmas. Have you ever asked why?
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WHEN’S THE LAST TIME YOU FELT JOY?
I’m talking about that giddy, uncontrollable joy, where you want to run and jump and shout for joy?
Some of you may feel like this is an unfair question. That this year, 2020, has not been very joyful at all. However, there is one moment of giddy, uncontrollable joy that happened hundreds, if not thousands of times throughout 2020. And that’s when parents find out a baby’s on the way!
Specifically, for those first-time parents! We’ve all seen those videos on social, where a mom plans a pregnancy reveal to her husband on camera. And what does he do? He goes crazy; crying or laughing, sometimes both at the same time. He is overwhelmed with joy!
Then, an even better video-clip is when the couple tells the first-time grandparents. I especially love watching grandmas! She starts dancing around the kitchen or living room like a crazy lady! You can’t help but smile or laugh.
Now imagine for a moment, receiving that baby announcement after 400 years of waiting.
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Welcoming the Newborn King Every Christmas
Welcoming the Newborn King this Christmas is more than tradition—it’s about receiving His forgiveness, grace, and the gift of eternal life.
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INNOCENCE BROUGHT SIGNIFICANCE
How Charlie Brown Keeps Christ In Christmas I watch “A Charlie Brown Christmas” every year. If you haven’t seen it, here’s a snapshot: Framed within the context of a school play, Charlie Brown is frustrated with the commercialism that has taken over Christmas. He goes on a quest of sorts, to find the true meaning of Christmas….
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Find True Joy This Christmas by Welcoming the Lost
Discover how the joy of Christmas grows when we join the Good Shepherd in welcoming the lost home.
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How the Shepherds Teach Us Joy On Christmas
Shepherds teach us joy this Christmas by showing that God’s love reaches the humble and outcast. Discover the joy of Christ’s birth today.
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ANTICIPATING THE ARRIVAL OF JESUS: JOY
8 Study Questions On Joy. “Good news of great joy!” For your small group ministry studying each theme as Christmas approaches; here’s this week’s advent addition, centred on Joy: Click the following links to view our first week Advent study on HOPE or our second week on PEACE. Advent Joy 1. What thoughts are stirred when you hear the…
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Why Getting Outside is Perfect for Christmas Family Fun
This Christmas Eve, take a break and get outside. Connect with God’s creation, build memories, and experience joy in His handiwork.
