The Jewish Carpenter has a purpose. God the Father intentionally birthed Him to an earthly father who would teach Him an artisan skill, to help us understand His spiritual purpose. His skill as a Master Craftsman fashions us into the vessel God the Father intended from the beginning! A carpenter works with wood, and what …
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Yesterday we discovered the purpose bestowed upon the Jewish Carpenter. Our Savior, Jesus Christ, was born for His Father’s purpose, and became a Master Carpenter. But, I bet Joseph himself was a very skilled, master carpenter as well! He taught his Son the finer details of the trade, as well as the importance of excellence …
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Tis the season! We recently commemorated the Jewish Festival of Lights (Hanukkah), and as believers, we know that Jesus Himself is the Light of the World (John 8:12, John 9:5). Our sights now turn toward Christmas and the celebration of the birth of our Savior who is Christ the Lord. But let’s get practical for …
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Is modern-day Christmas pagan? Should Christians celebrate Hanukkah? Does it really matter? Are we making too big a deal of it? I've heard similar questions, and I bet you have too! In today's materialistic world, Christmas seems to have lost its purpose. Hanukkah is a Jewish festival unrelated to Christmas, yet with so many connections …
Continue reading Amir Tsarfati’s Commentary: Should Christians Celebrate Christmas or Hanukkah?
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