The Star of Bethlehem did what no other star has done. This star led a group of foreigners looking for the Messiah to a group of people who had been praying for the coming of the Messiah but didn't expect Him in their lifetime. Click on the link below to read about how God still does miracles. #BibleStudy #Christmas #Devotions #Matthew
The Christmas story didn't begin with the birth of Jesus, and it didn't end with His birth. The focal point of this story is, of course, our Lord's birth. However, today's post focuses on the ministry of Mary and Joseph. Click on the link below to read what their ministry means to us. #BibleStudy #Christmas #Devotions #Luke
https://www.ramckinley.com/the-baby-jesus-was-born-in-a-stable/
Did you ever see something so exciting you couldn't wait to tell someone else about it? On the night of the Lord's birth, the shepherds had that type of story, which amazed everyone who heard it. Click the link below to read this post and how it relates to us. #BibleStudy #Christmas #Devotions #Luke
After arriving in Bethlehem, Joseph and Mary got settled in a stable where the birth of Jesus took place. As far as we know, Mary, Joseph, and their new born baby were all alone, but not for long. Click on the link below to read about the heavenly celebration. #BibleStudy #Christmas #Devotions #Evangelism #Luke
https://www.ramckinley.com/angels-announced-good-news-of-great-joy/
Can you imagine how Joseph must have felt when he found out the girl he was going to marry was pregnant? At first Joseph considered himself a victim, but soon learned after His visit from an angel that he was a part of God's plan. Click on the link below to read how it all fit together. #BibleStudy #Christmas #Devotions #Discipleship #Matthew
https://www.ramckinley.com/an-angel-appeared-to-joseph-in-a-dream/
The Angel Gabriel visited Mary with a life changing message. It was at that point she began to live a life of faith. We too can live a life of faith just like she did. Click on the link below to read today's Christmas post. #BibleStudy #Christmas #Devotions #Faith #Luke
https://www.ramckinley.com/live-a-lifetime-of-faith-the-same-way-mary-did/
What is our source of joy? We read about it, talk about it, and we sing about it. The night Mary gave birth to Jesus, angels visited shepherds as they kept watch over their flocks. They came to announce the Lord's birth and revealed the source of our joy. Click on the link below to read about it. #1John #BibleStudy #Christmas #Devotions #worship
Mary visited Elizabeth just a few days after the angel Gabriel told her that God chose her to give birth to Jesus. What was the purpose of this visit with her cousin? Was it a successful trip? And how can we benefit from reading this biblical story? Click on the link below to get the answers to those questions. #BibleStudy #Christmas #Devotions #Luke
The angel Gabriel appeared to Zechariah, the priest, announcing the Birth of John the Baptist. During the conversation, Zachariah created a problem for himself with Gabriel. He made a mistake that we can avoid. Click on the link below to read about it. #BibleStudy #Christmas #Devotions #Discipleship #Luke
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A poetic story of the account of the very first Christmas. When Robin and his wife Cindy conducted Kid's Crusades he told this story through the voice of a puppet to the audiences of many churches. The end of the book emphasizes the gift God gave to all mankind. Get your copy today!
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For Joseph and Mary on the night Jesus was born, it must have seemed like they were all alone in the world. God, however, revealed His love to them in an unexpected way. He'll do the same for us as well. Click on the link below to read today's post and Merry Christmas. #316 #BibleStudy #Christmas #Devotions #John #Love
https://www.ramckinley.com/live-the-love-of-christmas-every-day/
This free eBook focuses on the biblical events of Christmas. 26 pages covering 8 topics of the Christmas story. It talks about the people who were effected at the time and how we benefit from the birth of Jesus. Get your free inspiring copy today! #BibleStudy #Christmas #Luke #eBook #advent
Today's story leads up to when Jesus was laid in the manger. Our focus though, is on the ministry of Mary and Joseph. As important as it was, it seemed insignificant to others. Click on the link below to read today's post. #BibleStudy #Christmas #Devotions #Luke
https://www.ramckinley.com/the-new-baby-jesus-was-born-in-a-stable/
Twas the Night of Christmas
Poetic story of the night Jesus was born
Click the link to view the story video, download a printable coloring book, and have access a link for the full color illustrated book.
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Christmas can mean different things to different people.
– to the lonely person, it can be a reminder of what they don’t have…family, friends and meaningful relationships.
– to people who are facing their first Christmas without a loved one, either thru divorce or a death.
– to the person who has just been laid off or is in a difficult financial situation.
– for most people, it’s just a feel good time of year when people are more loving.
– for believers in Jesus, it’s a time of celebration. That God so loved us that He sent us a Messiah in a most unexpected way.
– a combination of 2 or 3 of the above things.
Which of the above seasons are you in this year? When the Israelites were in Babylon during their captivity, what was God’s message to them? Jeremiah 29:1-14 says God told them “to build houses and settle down, plant gardens and eat…” In other words, God was telling them not to rush thru the season of life that they were in. Verse 14 says to seek the peace and prosperity of this season. Ultimately, God has good plans for us as it says in verses 11-14.
Right now, you may be in a desert place. But the desert is one place where God can speak to you. Isaiah 58:11 says, “And the Lord will continuously guide you , and satisfy your desire in a scorched place…” Luke 5:16 says Jesus often withdrew to lonely places to pray. Jesus spent a lot of time in remote places seeking His Father’s guidance…Matthew 14:23, Luke 6:12 & Mark 1:35.
A desert is no fun place to be and you don’t want to live there. But it can be a time of intimacy with God, a learning place and a place of strengthening your relationship to God.
So, embrace the desert if this is the season you’re in. Learn from it and know that it will soon end. Make it a productive time. Hebrews 12:1-3 says, “…let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles…Consider Him who endured such opposition from sinners, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart.”
For His Kingdom,
Dave Maynard
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Greetings in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ!
My name is Jacqueline Jones, and I am a first-time Christian independent author of A-Z CHRISTmas Coloring and Activity Book About the Marvelous Birth of Jesus Christ – published through BookBaby.com - (ISBN: 9781098344092).
I was compelled to write my book to teach children about the real meaning of the blessed season. After all, once we get past the lights, the tinsel and the toys, the real reason for the season is Jesus!
A-Z CHRISTmas Coloring and Activity Book About the Marvelous Birth of Jesus Christ – because it keeps Christ in Christmas! It is a one-of-a-kind children’s book that shares the amazing story of Jesus’ birth in a fun, hands-on, and age-appropriate way. The Bible says in Proverbs 22:6 (NIV) to “Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it.” In honoring God’s word, this book teaches kids about the real meaning of Christmas and helps them develop a new or renewed appreciation for the blessed occasion of our Savior’s divine birth through scripturally-based, A-to-Z themed coloring and activity pages which include hidden pictures, connect the dots, matching, word searches and more!
Two full pages for each letter give children time and space to absorb new knowledge while having fun! With each page, kids will grow and learn through:
To read more and order your copy today, visit my website at https://www.divinebeginnings.com/products/a-z-christmas-coloring-book to see a visual and read more. Upon request, I’m happy to provide a hard copy for visual review.
May God continue to richly bless you and keep you!
Sincerely,
Jacqueline D. Jones
Founder and CEO, Divine Beginnings,LLC
An online boutique for Christian-themed clothing, accessories, and keepsakes for children
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John 3:16 - For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believe in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
Matthew 1:18-25 - Now the birth of Jesus Christ was on this wise: When as his mother Mary was espoused to Joseph, before they came together, she was found with child of the Holy Ghost.
Matthew 2:1-12 - Now when Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, behold, there came wise men from the east to Jerusalem,...
Matthew 2:11 - And when they were come into the house, they saw the young child with Mary his mother, and fell down, and worshiped him: and when they had opened their treasures, they presented unto him gifts; gold, and frankincense, and myrrh.
