Archive for December, 2023

This Sunday at Church: Pray for non-Christians attending Church for Christmas would come to trust in Jesus

For this Sunday here’s what you can do: This Sunday at Church: Pray for non-Christians attending Church for Christmas would come to trust in Jesus.

This Sunday at Church: Pray for non-Christians attending Church for Christmas would come to trust in Jesus

VerseD: Isaiah 9:6

For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.

Isaiah‬ ‭9:6‬, ‭ESV‬

Our God became a baby. He came out of His love for us and His righteousness, showing His power and grace in restoring us to relationship with Himself.

VerseD: Isaiah 7:14

Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign. Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel.

Isaiah‬ ‭7:14‬, ‭ESV‬

Good became one of us, and He made sure we knew it was Him firstly by having a virgin birth Him. Then He died to save us from sin. Let us celebrate His miraculous love.

VerseD: Psalm 100:2

Serve the Lord with gladness! Come into his presence with singing!

Psalm‬ ‭100:2‬, ‭ESV‬

God became one of us to redeem us from sin and separation. Let us gather together in joy to thankfully sing His praises.

VerseD: 1 Chronicles 16:10

Glory in his holy name; let the hearts of those who seek the Lord rejoice!

1 Chronicles‬ ‭16:10‬, ‭ESV‬

Because we know that God became one of us to save us from sin and wrath, we can come together as believers and joyfully praise His Name, now and forever!

10 Reasons and 10 Videos why Jesus Is Better than Santa Claus!

Anthony shares some fun but, most importantly, Christ-honoring thoughts for Christmas. Go check them (and him) out!

Daniel

Hello, everyone! It’s been a while since I’ve been in touch (I tend to like these long breaks, it seems). However, I am making an HUGE effort to bring you guys up to date with links to ALL my videos from a recent series on YouTube. If you remember, I mentioned a while back that […]

10 Reasons and 10 Videos why Jesus Is Better than Santa Claus!

Teaching Spiritually Overseas Part 2: Teaching Preparation and Indigenous Theological Terms

Note: This is a discipleship outline I developed and using to train others with teaching overseas. Establish the need: When someone is prepared to teach in an international context where the teacher speaks in English and there’s translators, what are some things to beware of concerning theological terms? Purpose: This session will look at five […]

Teaching Spiritually Overseas Part 2: Teaching Preparation and Indigenous Theological Terms

VerseD: Psalm 47:1

Clap your hands, all peoples! Shout to God with loud songs of joy!

Psalm‬ ‭47:1‬, ‭ESV‬

Our God became one of us to save us from our sins and restore us to relationship with Him. Let us celebrate His goodness and grace together, worshipping as His redeemed Church.

VerseD: Psalm 28:7

The Lord is my strength and my shield; in him my heart trusts, and I am helped; my heart exults, and with my song I give thanks to him.

Psalm‬ ‭28:7‬, ‭ESV‬

Our God came to us, showing His love and compassion by becoming one of us, showing His grace and power by saving us from sin and overcoming death. Let us praise Him for His help and power in our lives, trusting our Great King and Shepherd.

VerseD: Romans 15:13

May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.

Romans‬ ‭15:13‬, ‭ESV‬

God came to us as one of us, dying for our forgiveness but rising again, giving us hope for eternal life. We now have His Holy Spirit as a deposit of that hope, so may we feel joy and peace in knowing our eternal destination.