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Welcome back, friends! December 19 - "The Regenesis" | John 1:12 - "To all who believe him and accepted him, he gave the right to become children of God" | Further reading: John 17:22-24 | Reflection: What does it mean to "believe and accept him"? What does genuine faith look like in the life of a child of God? | Music: O Little Town of Bethlehem by Sarah McLachlan

Welcome back, friends! December 18 - "Light & Life" | John 1:4, The Word gave life to everything that was created, and his life brought light to everyone | Further reading: 1 John 1:5-7 | Reflection: How does spending time with God transform us into his likeness? In what ways are we meant to shine in this world? | Music: Silent Night | Group: Home Free, featuring Taylor Davis on violin

December 17 - "Healed, Delivered, Free" | Revelation 12:10 | Further reading: Zechariah 3:1-5; Romans 8:1 | Reflection: Are there any areas of life in which you feel lingering shame? In what ways do you feel unworthy? How might those feelings underestimate the gift of Jesus' worthiness on your behalf? | Music: Joy To The World (We Sing Joy) | Group: The Spirituals Choir

December 16 - "Behind The Scenes" | Revelation 12 | Further reading: Isaiah 66:7-11 | Reflection: If Jesus has already won the victory, why does evil still wreak havoc in this world? How has God called us to overcome? | Music: I Heard The Bells On Christmas Day | Group: The Petersens

Join us each evening in December at 6:30 PM PT | 7:30 PM MT | 8:30 PM CT | 9:30 PM ET Welcome back, friends! Main Scripture: Behold, I send my messenger, and He will prepare the way before me. Malachi 3:1 Further Reading: Haggai 2:6-9 Music: Angels From The Realms of Glory Artist/Group: The Piano Guys, Peter Hollens, David Archuletta

Join us each evening in December at 6:30 PM PT | 7:30 PM MT | 8:30 PM CT | 9:30 PM ET Welcome back, friends! Main Scripture: The Mighty One is holy, and he has done great things for me. Luke 1:49 Further Reading: 1 Samuel 2:1-10 Music: Good Christian Men Rejoice Artist/Group: The Wissman Family

Welcome back, friends. This is an "AUDIO ONLY" devotional tonight due to my work schedule. Scripture: God has blessed you above all women, and your child is blessed. Luke 1:42 Further Reading: For our momentary, light affliction is producing for us an eternal weight of glory far beyond all comparison, while we look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen; for the things which are seen are temporal, but the things which are not seen are eternal.2 Corinthians 4:17-18 Music: The Holly and The Ivy Group: Medieval Babes

The Wonder of Advent Devotional - Day 11 - "More Than Just A Name" Join us at 6:30 PM PT | 7:30 PM MT | 8:30 PM CT | 9:30 PM ET Matthew 1:23 | Romans 8:31-39 Music: O Come, O Come, Emmanuel

Join us at 6:30 PM PT | 7:30 PM MT | 8:30 PM CT | 9:30 PM ET Welcome back friends! We're on Day 10 of our Advent devotional. Sit back, relax, and spend the next few minutes reflecting on the reason why Jesus came. Scripture: Matthew 1:22 | Luke 24:25-27 Song: Lo, How a Rose E'er Blooming (German Carol: Es ist ein Ros entsprungen) Group: VOCES8

Join us at 6:30 PM PT | 7:30 PM MT | 8:30 PM CT | 9:30 PM ET Welcome back friends! We're on Day 9 of our Advent devotional. Sit back, relax, and spend the next few minutes reflecting on the reason why Jesus came. Scripture: Matthew 1:19 | 1 Kings 9:4-5 Song: Joseph's Lullaby

Welcome back friends! We're on Day 8 of our Advent devotional. Sit back, relax, and spend the next few minutes reflecting on the reason why Jesus came. Tonight's scripture: And Mary said, “Behold, I am the servant of the Lord; let it be to me according to your word.” And the angel departed from her. Luke 1:38 Prayer: Lord, grant me such a willing heart that I say yes to you before a reason to say no even occurs to me. May my life always align with your words. Whatever you say, count me in. Amen. Reflection: Do you think Mary was aware of the scandalous nature of Gabriel's announcement at first? How does the stigma she bore foreshadow the rejection of many believers in Jesus? Further reading: Matthew 1:18-21 Music: Nesciens mater virgo virum peperit sine dolore salvatorem saeculorum. Ipsum regem angelorum Knowing no man, the Virgin mother bore, without pain, the Saviour of the world. Him, the king of angels Singers: VOCES8

Welcome back, friends! We are on Day 7 of our Advent devotional. This is an audio version (no LIVESTREAM tonight). Luke 1:35 New Living Translation 35 The angel replied, “The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you. So the baby to be born will be holy, and he will be called the Son of God. Prayer: Father, may I grow fully into the image of Christ, who is the exact image of you. Help me walk in newness of life. May heaven and earth converge in my spirit always. Amen. Reflection: How do you think Mary felt carrying God's son within her? How does the life within her parallel the new, divine life God has put within those who believe? Music: The Angel Gabriel Then gentle Mary meekly bowed her head; "To me be as it pleaseth God," she said. "My soul shall laud and magnify God’s holy name." Most highly favored lady." Gloria! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a4mR6HXRARI

Welcome back friends! We're on Day 5 of our Advent devotional. Sit back, relax, and spend the next few minutes reflecting on the reason why Jesus came. Tonight's scripture: 19 For the creation waits in eager expectation for the children of God to be revealed. 22 We know that the whole creation has been groaning as in the pains of childbirth right up to the present time. Romans 8:19, 22 Prayer: Lord, it is not right for me to have Christ yet still feel deep, unmet needs. Show me how my longings are met in Him. Satisfy the desires of my heart. Reach into my depths and make me increasingly whole. Amen. Reflection: What evidence do you see of the world groaning for its redemption? What are the deepest longings you think most people have? How are they met in Christ? Further reading: 2 Corinthians 4:16-18 Music: O Holy Night Long lay the world in sin and error pining, till he appeared and the soul felt its worth. Singers: Voctave

Welcome back friends! We're on Day 4 of our Advent devotional. Sit back, relax, and spend the next 8 minutes reflecting on the reason why Jesus came. Tonight's scripture (same as Day 3): For a Child will be born to us, a Son will be given to us; And the government will rest on His shoulders; And His name will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Eternal Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6 Prayer: Lord, grant that I might know your peace, step into the climate of your Kingdom, and offer your restoration to the lives around me. May I live in the fullness of your Kingdom now and forever. Amen. Reflection: In what ways does the Prince of Peace bring shalom into your life? How can you cultivate the climate of his Kingdom in the world around you? Further reading: John 10:10 Music: O Little Town of Bethlehem "The hopes and fears of all the years are met in thee tonight" Singers: Gaither Vocal Band

Welcome to our LIVESTREAM of Day 4 of our Advent devotional. (There is a pre-recorded version as well if you'd rather hear a podcast-style version). Tonight's scripture is again taking us to the book of Isaiah: For a Child will be born to us, a Son will be given to us; And the government will rest on His shoulders; And His name will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Eternal Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6 Ending music: O Little Town of Bethlehem by Gaither Vocal Group

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Welcome back friends! We're on Day 3 of our Advent devotional. Sit back, relax, and spend the next 11 minutes reflecting on the reason why Jesus came. Tonight's scripture: For a Child will be born to us, a Son will be given to us; And the government will rest on His shoulders; And His name will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Eternal Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6 Prayer: Lord, I want to know you. In this Advent season, give me insight into your nature. Let me see Jesus in new ways. Show me the Father in the child. Amen. Reflection: What does it mean to know and experience God? If Jesus is the same exact image of God, what can we say about God's nature? Further reading: Hebrews 1:3 Music: See Amid the Winter's Snow "Lo, within a manger lies, He who build the starry skies"

"No Longer Captive" Isaiah 9:4 - You will break the yoke of their slavery and lift the heavy burden from their shoulders. You will break the oppressor's rod. The Wonder of Advent Devotional: https://www.amazon.com/Wonder-Advent-Devotional-Experiencing-Christmas-ebook/dp/B06XKLZ27V/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Music: When Love Was Born by Mark Schultz | Cover by One Voice Children's Choir Recorded at "The Tank" in Rangely, Colorado: a sonic wonder famous for its 30-second reverberation. Lyrics: Starlight shines, the night is still Shepherds watch from a hill I close my eyes, see the night When love was born Perfect child gently waits A mother bends to kiss God’s face I close my eyes, see the night When love was born Angels fill the midnight sky, they sing Hallelujah, He is Christ, our King Emmanuel, Emmanuel ----------- He is the Prince of Peace, Alleluia, Allelulia ---------------- Emmanuel, Prince of peace Love come down for you and me Heaven's gift, the holy spark To let the way inside our hearts Through your small door Ooh ---------------- The world was changed forevermore When love was born I close my eyes, see the night When love was born Video editing by Jario: https://www.youtube.com/@Jario943 | https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jario

In a small town in Judea long ago... Join us for our first evening gathering together to focus on the meaning of Christ's birth. This is a traditional family & friend gathering that is suitable for all ages. We will discuss the flow of this devotional and what you can expect each evening throughout the month of December.

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