So [the shepherds] hurried off and found Mary and Joseph, and the baby, who was lying in the manger. When they had seen him, they spread the word concerning what had been told them about this child, and all who heard it were amazed at what the shepherds said to them. But Mary treasured up all...
The Joy of Christmas Biblical joy comes from Jesus – all the time, not just at Christmas when we rehearse the story of his birth. When we think of Jesus as portrayed in the gospels, we might describe him as compassionate, wise, sometimes filled with righteous anger, but would we describe...
The Peace of Christmas A pet peeve of mine at Christmas time is cards that tout “Peace on Earth” against a background of national flags. The angelic chorus in Luke 2:14 is not referring to peace between nations but peace for people with whom God is pleased. Pastor Dave taught that...