The Journey, the Birth, and the Shepherds Pt 2
The Journey, the Birth, and the Shepherds Pt 1
In the corridors of power, the emperor sat in luxury. But God laughed in the heavens as the proud Roman issued a decree that he thought was for his glory, but which was really a decree that would magnify the wisdom of God and bring his kingdom to the world.
Joseph and Mary in Nazareth Pt 2
There was a price Joseph and Mary must pay. There was a price their parents must pay. There was a price the rabbi must pay. And God looked on and watched as the drama unfolded before him.
Joseph and Mary in Nazareth Pt 1
Joseph fell into bed exhausted. He was soon asleep, and he dreamed. He dreamed of happiness and he dreamed of sorrow. He dreamed of Mary who was so bright and beautiful, and he dreamed of her living in exile and shame because of the child. And as he dreamed a light began to show in the corners of his mind
The Young Virgin of Galilee Pt 2
“Blessed are you among women and blessed is the child that you bear! And why am I so honored, that the mother of my Lord would come to me?”
The Young Virgin of Galilee Pt 1
Do not lose heart. Persevere in your prayers, even if you must pray for a lifetime, and watch what God will do.
The Vision in the Temple Pt 2
Do not lose heart. Persevere in your prayers, even if you must pray for a lifetime, and watch what God will do.
The Vision in the Temple Pt 1
An old priest fulfilled his duties in the temple. His heart was in pain. For years he had prayed for a son, and God had not answered until this day.
The Promises of Christmas Pt 3
Some of you may look at your life and think, “What a mess.” And you know what? It probably is! But I have good news for you. God has made promises.
The Promises of Christmas Pt 2
There are many dark, tragic places in this world – stories we hear that frighten us, news reports of troubled places. Many ask, “Where is God in the midst of the suffering?” And the answer is, “he is right there.”
The Promises of Christmas Pt 1
God chose Bethlehem to drive home this point. In his eyes there is no little position, no little ministry, no little person, and no little place. It is all important to him.