For God so loved the world that He gave His only Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life. – John 3:16 ESV God has always loved us. Not just the best of us, but all of us. He created us in His image. He…
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Joyful: Even in the in-between!
And the angel said to them, “Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.” – Luke 2:10-11 ESV What an…
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Peace: With God & Of God
Ever since the enemy’s first deceit in the Garden of Eden, the sin gene has infected all of humanity. We have all sinned and fallen short of the glory of God, and our sin separates us from God for eternity. In our sinful state, there is no peace with God,…
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Hope: Because God Can Be Trusted to Keep His Promises
This Christmas season, we celebrate the day that hope arrived. The promise of the coming Messiah was made in the Garden and echoed throughout the pages of Scripture to generations of God’s people. And for thousands of years, they waited. Then, in one fateful night in the humble town of…
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Celebrate & Anticipate – The Real Reason for the Season
Thanksgiving has passed and the holiday hoopla is upon us. Long lines for the latest and greatest gifts. Boxes piling up on doorsteps and porch bandits on the prowl. Creatively coordinated schedules for family Christmas gatherings. Treasured traditions we barely have time for and boxes filled with Christmas decorations we…