Merry Christmas Eve!

Hi friends, today's Christmas Eve encouragement does not originate with me. It is wonderfully stated, though, and I want to bless you with the words of Pastor Jack Hibbs. Carefully consider this Christmas Eve blessing: Christmas is a day when most of us exchange gifts.Some people rate how good a gift is by how expensive …

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Christmas or Hanukkah?

Hi friends! As we get closer to Christmas and Hanukkah, some Israel-loving Christians ask, "Should we celebrate Christmas or Hanukkah?" In brief, Christmas season is all about the birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. That should be a constant celebration, but particularly at this time of year! Hanukkah is a Jewish festival of …

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Make it a Week of Celebration and Wonder as You Worship the King!

As we prepare to celebrate our Savior's birth, may you rejoice today to know what Mary didn't know: her baby boy would rule hearts, minds and nations! May He rule in your heart, mind and nation today and always! Happy Lord's Day...and have a blessed Christmas week! https://youtu.be/ifCWN5pJGIE

The Alignment of Hanukkah and Christmas This Year

Hey friends, did you know the gift-giving seasons of Hanukkah and Christmas intersect this year? As Christians, we celebrate the birth of Jesus our Lord this coming Wednesday as families gather, gifts are given and received, and a joyous time will be had by all. Meanwhile, on that very same day, the 8-day Jewish feast …

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