“A child is born”— Several times in the Old Testament, Jesus came to the earth as a man. (The theological term for these appearances is Christophanies.) So why as a baby this time? One commentator’s thoughts were that in this way He would be fully man—able to relate to us in every way. In my … More A “One Cell” God!
“It’s strange to think that it’s the same sun that rose on the third day of creation,” I said as we watched the sun rise above the oceanic horizon. “It’s the same sun that Adam saw his very first day of existence and Moses and our parents and great-grandparents.” I was on a roll, while … More Constancy
Allow the Lord to wrap you, because even though those wrappings look frightening from our earthly view, they are really the precious everlasting arms of our loving Savior! … More Wrapped in Grief
I was recently reminded that Greek mythology is taught in our public schools but the name of the one true God is only heard as a curse word. How sad. As we’ve just celebrated the birth of Jesus, I’ve also been reminded that many people we brush shoulders with every day have absolutely no comprehension … More Jesus and Hercules
Thank you, Cal Thomas! https://calthomas.com/2020/12/christmas-1991/ Of all the great and small events of 1991, the death of CBS News’ “60 Minutes” co-host Harry Reasoner probably rates near the bottom in the amount of attention afforded it by the public. Yet when a keen observer and a person of talent and grace leaves the planet, we are all … More The Power of Christmas
The greatest humility of all was performed by the King of kings and Lord of lords! … More December 23—The True Attitude of Christmas
I’m sure you recognize those words taken from the most popular Christmas carol world-wide. I won’t bore you with statistics, but the above statement is a fact not just my opinion. As we draw near to this most special night of the year, can we claim these four adjectives and use them to describe our … More silent–holy–calm–bright
It wasn’t until later in life that I learned all the misnomers about the Wise Men. I was a bit crushed when I found out that they didn’t visit the stable but probably came later. I didn’t believe it. How could that be? I mean, every manger scene that I had ever seen included the … More What did the Wise Men know?
And the angel said unto them, For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord. And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, \lying in a manger. Luke 2:10-12 Which also said, Ye men of Galilee, … More The Rest of the Story
There are many Old Testament verses about Jesus’ first and second coming but ten deal specifically with his birth. If there is anything that solidifies my trust and confidence in the Bible it is fulfilled prophecies. Here’s a short list of the above passages which foretold something about Jesus’ birth: Genesis 49:10—Christ would come through … More ‘Tis the Season
Beyond Common Sense 