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Shepherds were the first to hear the news of Jesus’ birth. This is such an integral part of the Christmas story that we can easily miss its significance. To whom do you think the birth of such a child should be announced? Logically thinking, we would first tell people of... Read More →

Christmas is a time of expectancy. No matter how many Christmases you have experienced, there is something in the air at this time of year; there’s a spirit of the season that sparks anticipation. Jesus’ arrival had been long expected. Dozens of prophecies and centuries of... Read More →

For most of us, what other people think factors into many of the decisions we make. The approval of friends and family has a bearing on our actions and choices. The Christmas story depicts the struggle of a man and a woman who have to choose between what God will think of them... Read More →

When we look around at the world, we see so much fighting, war, and conflict. We need peace! After surviving a bruising political race and election, we still see unrest and protests. We pray for peace. We long for peace and harmony in our homes and families, as well as personal... Read More →

Did you ever start a project that took longer and became way more complicated than you expected? Most of us have found that sometimes things end up being harder than they need to be. Did you ever feel that way about being a Christian? At the heart of it, it shouldn’t be that... Read More →

Can you hear the noise? Can you feel the tension, worries, and uncertainty? Can you see the unrest and chaos around you? Sometimes the turbulence is so great that your heart cries out “let there be peace.” …personal peace …spiritual peace …political peace …world peace …peace of... Read More →

After 400 years of slavery in Egypt God delivered the Israelites and gave them the Ten Commandments as guidelines to govern their relationship with Him and with one another. As they were beginning to possess the land God had promised them, Joshua gave strict instructions... Read More →

Most of us recognize that taking the life of another person is a sin against God and humanity. The 6th Commandment states, “You shall not murder.” That seems pretty straight forward and most of us can readily agree. However, in Matthew, Jesus expands on the offense by saying... Read More →

The first four Commandments are about our relationship with God (vertical) and the last six Commandments are about our relationship with others (horitzontal). Why God chose the relationship between children and parents as the next commandment is not surprising. It is the first... Read More →