“Glory to God in the highest heaven, and peace on earth to those with whom he is pleased!” Luke 2:14 GNT It’s easy to get swept away in the rush before Christmas. The hustle of gift shopping; the long discussions over which side of the family to visit first;… Read More
American Bible Society’s team of Bible experts today announced a list of ten interesting new Bible recommendations for Christians seeking a perfect gift for their friends and loved ones this Christmas. This is American Bible Society’s second annual Bible gift list for Christmas—intended to provide gift ideas that will truly… Read More
American Bible Society’s team of Bible experts today announced a list of ten interesting new Bible recommendations for Christians seeking a perfect gift for their friends and loved ones this Christmas. This is American Bible Society’s second annual Bible gift list for Christmas—intended to provide gift ideas that will truly… Read More
The months leading up to a baby’s birth can feel like an eternity. Preparations are made as anticipation builds until finally, he or she is here. What a joy it is to hold the precious bundle for the first time! Waiting for Jesus About 2,000 years ago, a… Read More
I often wonder how Mary felt in the days leading up to Jesus’s birth. What did it feel like to nurture and carry the Messiah? What physical pain and spiritual peace did she experience? When she received news of her unexpected pregnancy, Luke tells us, “Mary treasured up all these… Read More
Christmas music. It usually starts in early November and continues through December 25th. For 55 days, the sounds of the season are almost inescapable, playing over the airways of what seems like every store, car, and office. Some people can’t get enough of the audible holiday cheer, while others,… Read More
For many, the days leading up to Christmas are full of joy. We go to parties. We wrap gifts. We decorate our homes and offices, and we enjoy the tree lightings and Christmas music as we shop for presents or walk around the city. Most importantly, Christians celebrate… Read More
I recently reached Senior Citizen status and was having a little trouble celebrating the event. It seemed a bit unreal—after all, wasn’t I just 35 a year or two ago? Then I remembered: Oh yeah, the kids are married with families of their own. My husband and I downsized our… Read More
Whether you’ll be home for the holidays or traveling many miles to be with loved ones, there’s nothing more special than celebrating the true meaning of Christmas as a family. Amid the hustle and bustle of this special season, take time to meditate on the… Read More
A few weeks ago, I had an amazing conversation with my daughter Charlie about the biblical heart of Christmas. Full disclosure: Charlie can’t talk. She’s only three months old. Still, I’ll never forget what she taught me about the love of Christ. Charlie and I were basking in the warm… Read More
