Tag: Advent
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The Reason He Came
It is entirely appropriate to think about Christ’s death, at this time of year when we celebrate his birth. Because without the cross, Bethlehem would have been meaningless and conversely the cross would not have been possible had Jesus not…
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He Left Home and Throne
He existed in the form of God, yet he gave no thought to seizing equality with God as his supreme prize. Instead he emptied himself of his outward glory by reducing himself to the form of a lowly servant. He…
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Preparations
He will be a man with the spirit and power of Elijah. He will prepare the people for the coming of the Lord. Luke 1:17 (NLT) Advent, the weeks leading up to Christmas, is a time of preparation. In one sense,…
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Desperation
In my desperation I prayed, and the Lord listened; he saved me from all my troubles. Psalm 34:6 (NLT) It is not unusual for children to have a sense of desperation this time of year. They have made their wish list,…