Christmas and Advent

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  5 Reasons God Allows Us to Be Lonely We don’t need to be alone to feel lonely. Sometimes a crowd intensifies our sense of isolation. That’s probably one reason why so many experience dejection, and even depression, during holidays. Loneliness... Annie Yorty Dec 16, 2022
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  What Do the 3 Lost Parables Reveal about the Heart of Jesus? At the heart of Christmas is the message that no matter where we are, Jesus is aware and wants to find us. Being found and following Jesus is moving closer and closer to the person, priorities, and practices...
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  Fourth Sunday of Advent - Sunday Dec. 22nd Readings and Prayers for Lighting the Candle The fourth Sunday of Advent we meditate on the peace that Jesus brings our hearts and our world. Scripture is the place we can find the promises of God. Let us meditate on these truths and allow them to... Amanda Idleman Dec 16, 2022
• A Prayer for Those Going through Divorce at Christmas Divorce can rub emotions raw. Keep moving towards Him, and he will strengthen your motions, one day at a time. Megs Dec 16, 2022
• How to Communicate with Difficult Family This Christmas Many of us are afraid to be open about these contentious topics; however, talking about these things can start repairing broken relationships within the family unit and assist in our healing. Vivian Bricker Dec 16, 2022
• How Can I Simplify Christmas to Focus on Jesus? Although these are only a few ideas to lessen the stress of the holiday season, by simplifying our Christmas celebrations, we can marvel at the wonderful gift of Jesus coming into the world to save us from...
• 4 Truths for the Relationally Wounded This Christmas He’s like the friend who immediately clears their schedule the moment you text, except He doesn’t have a schedule to clear because He’s remained focused on you and right beside you well before you called....
• 7 Truly Unexpected Groups You Can Bless This Christmas Have you ever been blessed by someone unexpectedly? I’ve had anonymous gifts arrive in the mail, spontaneous baking from neighbors, an email from someone encouraging me regarding my writing, and probably far... Ruth Clemence Dec 14, 2022
• What Mary Teaches Us about Courage and Obedience There is no doubt that she had to have been full of fear, yet she did not say "no." God does not always call us to easy paths or journeys, but He also is with us along the way. We can do the natural, relying... Cally Logan Dec 14, 2022
• Bible Verses That Prophesy Jesus Christ's Birth The Bible tells us that long before the world began, God had a plan to bring redemption through Christ to all those who would choose to believe and follow Him (1 Peter 1:19-20). God knew we would need a... Debbie McDaniel Dec 14, 2022
• 9 Ways to Impact Your Grandchildren with the Truth of Christmas A couple of years ago, while speaking at a ladies’ Christmas event, something unexpected happened. I had planned to read portions of the Christmas story from Matthew 2 and Luke 2. But as I began to read from... Kathy Howard Dec 14, 2022
• 5 Fun Conversation-Starters for Grandkids to Use This Christmas Grandkids everywhere will likely be pleasantly surprised to find that their grandmother or grandfather has had some amazing life experiences that they are more than willing to share with them if they take... Veronica Olson Neffinger Dec 13, 2022