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The S Factor
"And, behold, there was a man in Jerusalem, whose name was Simeon; and the same man was just and devout, waiting for the consolation of Israel: and the Holy Ghost was upon him." – Luke 2:25 Simeon was in the… Continue reading
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To Marvel
"And Joseph and his mother marvelled at those things which were spoken of him." – Luke 2:33 God isn’t calling know-it-alls to play a significant role in His program. He is not looking for those whose motto is, “Been there,… Continue reading
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This Day
“For unto you is born this day ..” – from Luke 2:11 For the most part, Christmas is past. The season continues, even on the Christian calendar, the lights are still up, and the malls still resound with carols,… Continue reading
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Peace, Earthlings!
To all of you …. Whatever you believe … From whatever direction you come … Right or left … North or south … East or… Continue reading
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To All People
The gospel declares that something outside of ourselves, outside of language and theology, outside of our political beliefs, outside of our self-worth and self-justification has invaded the world with good news for all people. It is the message of reconciliation… Continue reading
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Great Joy
“Joy is the serious business of Heaven.” – C.S. Lewis Continue reading
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Good Tidings
“… I bring you good tidings …” – from Luke 2:10 Christmas is about good news. It is the gospel message delivered by God’s messenger to all who will hear. There was nothing frightening or negative about the… Continue reading
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Fear Not
And the angel said unto them, “Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings…” Luke 2:10 We live in a generation beset with fear where security has assumed a greater value than freedom. We want secure stocks, secure… Continue reading
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Away in an Manger
(Luke 2:7) And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn. Everyone knew what a manger was and it… Continue reading
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Continuing Journey
Life has been filled with details … the sorts of things one usually takes for granted … but it is about adjusting to a body that has changed. I give thoughts to things that I put into my body. I… Continue reading