For many people, Christmas 2020 looked different than in years past. Thankfully, no matter how things around us might change, nothing changes the reason for the season: God sent Jesus to walk among us on earth so that He could save us from our sins. I hope you all have a blessed Christmas season and… Continue reading Scripture Saturday: Matthew 1:21
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Being big enough to humble ourselves
Years ago, one of our former pastors would invite people in the congregation to help write an Advent devotional book that we could use together as a church family. He mapped out the Scripture readings and let us write whatever came to mind. Entries were written by teenagers, retirees, and everyone in between. I found… Continue reading Being big enough to humble ourselves
What can I give God during Advent?
This is the first week of Advent, the four weeks leading up to Christmas when we prepare to celebrate God’s gift to us in Jesus and prepare ourselves to receive that gift. It can also be a good time for us to think about what we can give God in return – not because we’re… Continue reading What can I give God during Advent?
