Then the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid, for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which will be to all people. For there is born to you this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. And this will be…
Read more“6 So it was, that while they were there, the days were completed for her to be delivered. 7 And she brought forth her firstborn Son, and wrapped Him in swaddling cloths, and laid Him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn.” Luke 2:6-7…
Read moreLast Friday our small portion of the world lay blanketed by a soft covering of snow. Against the backdrop of a cloudless blue sky the sun rose and touched the earth with light and warmth. Snow loosened it’s grip on telephone wires and tree branches and gently fell to the…
Read moreAs I was sitting in church this past Sunday, my attention kept going to the manger that was set ever so carefully on the stage. I had noticed that the manger held a baby. As soon as church was over, I wanted to get a closer look at the baby.…
Read moreOur family will soon welcome a new grandchild. Today the gender of the child is often known long before they arrive, and the parents take on the task of choosing a name. This is an important decision that has not been taken lightly by our children. They have carefully researched,…
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