The Christmas Carol
12/19/24 When WWI erupted in1914 launching the first great European war. . . John 14:27 But peace I leave with you, my peace i give you. I do not give as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.
Joy From Sorrow
12/18/24 "Happy Holidays" the cheerful Walmart greeter hollered as I breezed through . . . Psalm 30:12 You changed my morning into dancing. You took off my sackcloth and turned my morning into dancing.
The Innkeeper
12/17/24 Yes, they came to my inn in Bethlehem and how well I remember the couple. . . Hebrews 13:2 Do not forget to show hospitality to strangers. By so doing so some have shown hospitality to angels without knowing it.
Legend of Poinsettia
12/16/24 Maria and Pablo lived in a tiny village in Mexico. . . 1 Corinthians 10:31 So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do everything for the glory of God.
A Brother Like That
12/13/24 Paul received an automobile from his brother as a Christmas present. On Christmas Eve when Paul came out of his office. . It' more blessed to give than to receive.
A Different Mommy
12/12/24 On a cold Chicago night, four-year-old Barbara climbed onto her father's lap and asked. . . 1 Peter 5:7 Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you.
Home Away From Home for Christmas
12/11/24 While all her classmates were eagerly making plans with family and friends for their trips. . . Isaiah 61:1 The Spirit of the Sovereign LORD is on me, because the LORD has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim freedom for th…
The Story of Silent Night
12/10/24 Father Joseph Mohr sat at the old organ. His fingers stretched over the keys, forming the notes of a chord. . . Psalm 100 Make a joyful noise unto the Lord, all ye lands.
Caroling
12/9/24 Nothing warms the heart quite like Christmas caroling. . . Psalm 95:2 Let us come into His presence with thanksgiving. Let us make a joyful noise to Him with songs of praise.
Twas the Fight Before Christmas
12/6/24 Twas the fight before Christmas when all through the house Not a good deed was stirring, and Dad was a louse!. . . Matthew 1:23 "The virgin will be with child and will give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel -- which means, 'God with us'."