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Matthew 1:18, 2:1; Luke 1:24, 2:11, 24:6; John 19:19; Titus 2:13; Revelation 19:11 |
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 Music video here "HARK! THE HERALD ANGELS SING!"  Luke 2:11-14; Matthew 1:18-23, 2:11-12
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God's Gift
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God sent His only begotten Son, Jesus to save man from his sin.
"This is eternal life, that they know You, the only true God Whom You have sent."
John 17:3; John 3:18, 36; Philippians 2:6-11
What was the partridge doing in the pear tree? The song was a rhyme to instruct children in the Catholic or Christian faith during the Reformation of God. Rev Mark Lawson Jones suggests in his book:
"This is eternal life, that they know You, the only true God Whom You have sent."
John 17:3; John 3:18, 36; Philippians 2:6-11
What was the partridge doing in the pear tree? The song was a rhyme to instruct children in the Catholic or Christian faith during the Reformation of God. Rev Mark Lawson Jones suggests in his book:
- One partridge – Jesus
- Two turtle doves – the Old and New Testaments
- Three French hens – faith, hope and charity
- Four calling birds – the four Gospels
- Five gold rings – the Pentateuch
- Six geese a-laying – the six days of creation
- Seven swans a-swimming – the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit
- Eight maids a-milking – the Beatitudes
- Nine ladies dancing – the nine fruits of the Spirit in Galatians
- Ten lords a-leaping – the Ten Commandments
- Eleven pipers piping – the 11 faithful apostles
- Twelve drummers drumming – the 12 tribes of Israel
Patheos.com, December 2017, 'Incognito' Here: goo.gl/vXHJit
“It is Finished!”
Jesus said, "I have finished the work which You have given Me to do."
John 17:4
As we prepare our celebrations and parties on the birthday of the Lord and Savior Jesus Christ; let us not forget why He came. His suffering and death was the plan to save us from our sin. Thank You, Lord Jesus.
11-21-19, * -- The death and resurrection from the dead of Jesus Christ is the fulfillment in history of the very mind and intent of God. There is no place for seeing Jesus Christ as a martyr. His death was not something that happened to Him— His life wasn't 'taken' it was given [John 10:11]. His death was the very reason He came.
We should not attempt to build a case for God's forgiveness on the idea that He is our Father and He will forgive us because He loves us. That contradicts the revealed truth of God in Jesus Christ. It makes the Cross unnecessary, and the redemption “much ado about nothing.” God forgives sin only because of the death and shed blood of Christ. God could forgive people in no other way than by our repentance and acceptance trusting Jesus alone for our forgiveness and salvation. The greatest note of triumph ever sounded in the ears of a startled universe was that sounded on the Cross of Christ— “It is finished!” (John 19:30). That is the final word in the redemption of humankind.
As we prepare our celebrations and parties on the birthday of the Lord and Savior Jesus Christ; let us not forget why He came. His suffering and death was the plan to save us from our sin. Thank You, Lord Jesus.
11-21-19, * -- The death and resurrection from the dead of Jesus Christ is the fulfillment in history of the very mind and intent of God. There is no place for seeing Jesus Christ as a martyr. His death was not something that happened to Him— His life wasn't 'taken' it was given [John 10:11]. His death was the very reason He came.
We should not attempt to build a case for God's forgiveness on the idea that He is our Father and He will forgive us because He loves us. That contradicts the revealed truth of God in Jesus Christ. It makes the Cross unnecessary, and the redemption “much ado about nothing.” God forgives sin only because of the death and shed blood of Christ. God could forgive people in no other way than by our repentance and acceptance trusting Jesus alone for our forgiveness and salvation. The greatest note of triumph ever sounded in the ears of a startled universe was that sounded on the Cross of Christ— “It is finished!” (John 19:30). That is the final word in the redemption of humankind.
John 3:16, Ephesians 2:8-10
Anything that lessens or completely obliterates the holiness of God, through a false view of His love, contradicts the truth of God as revealed by Jesus Christ. Never allow yourself to believe that Jesus Christ stands with us out of pity and compassion, or that He became a curse for us out of sympathy.
Jesus Christ became a curse for us by divine decree. Our part in realizing the tremendous meaning of His curse is the conviction of sin. Conviction is given to us as a gift of shame and repentance; it is the great mercy of God. Jesus Christ hates the sin in people, and the cross [tree, Acts 5:30] of Calvary is the measure of His hatred.
*Excerpted and adapted full original message from the late Oswald Chambers here
Anything that lessens or completely obliterates the holiness of God, through a false view of His love, contradicts the truth of God as revealed by Jesus Christ. Never allow yourself to believe that Jesus Christ stands with us out of pity and compassion, or that He became a curse for us out of sympathy.
Jesus Christ became a curse for us by divine decree. Our part in realizing the tremendous meaning of His curse is the conviction of sin. Conviction is given to us as a gift of shame and repentance; it is the great mercy of God. Jesus Christ hates the sin in people, and the cross [tree, Acts 5:30] of Calvary is the measure of His hatred.
*Excerpted and adapted full original message from the late Oswald Chambers here
What better symbol of the task Jesus was born to do than the nails that hung Him on that tree?
The holy angels waited in anticipation to break forth in praise and worship and adoration at the birth of the newborn Christ Who was born to die for the salvation of all mankind.
No greater gift. Thank You, Jesus.
No greater gift. Thank You, Jesus.
WAR ON CHRISTMAS
In latter days will be scoffers and scorners who blaspheme Christ
2 Peter 3:3-7
‘The War on Christmas’ in America is ‘A War on Christ’
The last few decades in America have witnessed an increased hostility towards “the sacred nature of Christmas,” a stripping away of religious references in the public square that is “at its root and core” a “war on Christ and His Followers.” This was especially true under Barack Obama's leadership; thankfully President Trump has been turning the nation back to our Christian heritage; we can say 'MERRY CHRISTMAS!' again.
The late Reverend Billy Graham said, “The war on Christmas is a war on Christ - a “hatred” against a culture that celebrates the coming of Jesus Christ in the flesh as a baby 2,000 years ago, and anticipates his second coming when, as a “conquering King,” He will “cast Satan and unbelievers into an eternal lake of fire.”
In a past 2014 issue of Decision magazine it reported that: “Stores, schools and communities across America continue to find new and intolerant reasons to remove any religious references to Christmas, stripping it of any holy or historical significance. Christian songs, prayers and other spiritually vital connections to the Lord Jesus Christ are deleted or diminished.” Examples:
Between the time that Jesus came as a baby and His second coming are “the last days,” as the Apostle Paul wrote, the last days will be marked by “pride, brutality, treachery and heartlessness.”
Billy Graham said: “We should not be taken aback, then, when a day that should be devoted to meditating upon the marvelous, virgin birth of the Lord Jesus Christ is instead treated in a scandalously secular way that denies His deity and saving work. The Name of Christ is an offense to the unbelieving world.The mention of Jesus Christ's birth, or life, or death and resurrection, is an insult to them. The world, the flesh and the Devil all hate the mere mention of His glorious Name. They are mortal enemies of the Savior. The world system is enthralled with power and greed, and it wants no part of the Messiah’s absolute authority.”
That rebellion against God is animated by the Devil, the demon who, “knowing that his time to roam on Earth is short and that he will one day be cast into the lake of fire, he opposes Christ at every turn. He and his demons will help gather all the nations into a great last-ditch rebellion against the King of kings before he is defeated.”
Until that happens, however, “we should expect stiff, relentless opposition to the Gospel message from our culture.”
He added that the brutal persecution of Christians in other countries may be “far into the future for us” in the United States, but we cannot expect “that it will not intensify and heighten.”
"There is a judge for the one who rejects Me and does not receive My words: The word that I have spoken will judge him on the last day." John 12:48
‘The War on Christmas’ in America is ‘A War on Christ’
The last few decades in America have witnessed an increased hostility towards “the sacred nature of Christmas,” a stripping away of religious references in the public square that is “at its root and core” a “war on Christ and His Followers.” This was especially true under Barack Obama's leadership; thankfully President Trump has been turning the nation back to our Christian heritage; we can say 'MERRY CHRISTMAS!' again.
The late Reverend Billy Graham said, “The war on Christmas is a war on Christ - a “hatred” against a culture that celebrates the coming of Jesus Christ in the flesh as a baby 2,000 years ago, and anticipates his second coming when, as a “conquering King,” He will “cast Satan and unbelievers into an eternal lake of fire.”
In a past 2014 issue of Decision magazine it reported that: “Stores, schools and communities across America continue to find new and intolerant reasons to remove any religious references to Christmas, stripping it of any holy or historical significance. Christian songs, prayers and other spiritually vital connections to the Lord Jesus Christ are deleted or diminished.” Examples:
- in Ramsey County, Minn. a courthouse “banned red poinsettias because someone deemed them a ‘Christian symbol
- in Pittsburgh PA the Christmas holidays are referred to “as ‘Sparkle Days,’ in an ironic attempt at avoiding offense.”
- In Georgia a Veteran's Administration hospital banned “religious Christmas songs in public areas.”
Between the time that Jesus came as a baby and His second coming are “the last days,” as the Apostle Paul wrote, the last days will be marked by “pride, brutality, treachery and heartlessness.”
Billy Graham said: “We should not be taken aback, then, when a day that should be devoted to meditating upon the marvelous, virgin birth of the Lord Jesus Christ is instead treated in a scandalously secular way that denies His deity and saving work. The Name of Christ is an offense to the unbelieving world.The mention of Jesus Christ's birth, or life, or death and resurrection, is an insult to them. The world, the flesh and the Devil all hate the mere mention of His glorious Name. They are mortal enemies of the Savior. The world system is enthralled with power and greed, and it wants no part of the Messiah’s absolute authority.”
That rebellion against God is animated by the Devil, the demon who, “knowing that his time to roam on Earth is short and that he will one day be cast into the lake of fire, he opposes Christ at every turn. He and his demons will help gather all the nations into a great last-ditch rebellion against the King of kings before he is defeated.”
Until that happens, however, “we should expect stiff, relentless opposition to the Gospel message from our culture.”
He added that the brutal persecution of Christians in other countries may be “far into the future for us” in the United States, but we cannot expect “that it will not intensify and heighten.”
"There is a judge for the one who rejects Me and does not receive My words: The word that I have spoken will judge him on the last day." John 12:48
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| US Senators Sanders & Warren Wants Israel's US Aid to Go to the Gaza Islamic Terrorists 11-1-19, JewishJournal -- In recent days, US Sens Bernie Sanders of Vermont and Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts, along with Mayor Pete Buttigieg of South Bend, Indiana all have proclaimed their desire to use American aid of $3.8 billion annually in military assistance to the Jewish state of Israel to force policy changes by Israel. Sanders led the charge when he told the annual conference of the liberal ... | ... Mideast policy group J Street earlier this week that he would tell Israel "it must fundamentally change your relationship to the people of Gaza” if it wants continued U.S. military support. He also said some of that money should go toward humanitarian aid to the people of Gaza that's controlled by Islamic terror group Hamas. Warren has been less specific, but she told J Street that if Israel proceeds with moves to annex parts of the West Bank, the United States “should make it clear that none of our aid should be used to support annexation.” |
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| "Fredo" Cuomo CNN star Admits: Joe Biden Engaged in Quid Pro Quo With Ukraine 9-26-19, FixThisNation -- In an admission he probably wishes he could take back, CNN host Chris “Fredo” Cuomo acknowledged that former Vice President Joe Biden engaged in a quid pro quo with Ukraine when he threatened to withhold U.S. aid unless the nation’s leadership fired a prosecutor in charge of investigating the Burisma gas company his son, Hunter Biden worked for. In 2018 Joe bragged on camera - See video here | Joe Biden Implicated Barack Obama in Ukraine Quid Pro Quo 9-24-19, PJMedia -- Obama has not been shy when it comes to criticizing his successor, but he's been MIA when it comes to defending his former vice president, Joe Biden. This Ukraine business is another matter entirely. Obama should be out there because his own vice president has been accused of a quid pro quo. Obama may want to be neutral in the 2020 Democrat primary, but his administration has a fresh quid pro quo allegation and Obama remains tight-lipped about it. Biden can't seem to handle this scandal alone; recently he outright lied about whether he discussed his son Hunter Biden's business dealings with Ukraine. |
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Only Jesus Christ Can Save Mankind
"Incognito" -- God With Human Eyes
Partridge in Pear Tree?
12-23-18, Pastor J. D. Farag Christmas Special, The focus is on Joseph ... really good. 1 hour video here
God sent His only begotten Son, Jesus to save man from his sin.
"This is eternal life, that they know You, the only true God Whom You have sent." John 17:3; John 3:18, 36
"This is eternal life, that they know You, the only true God Whom You have sent." John 17:3; John 3:18, 36
Patheos.com, December 2017, 'Incognito' Here: goo.gl/vXHJit
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The Song: 'TWELVE DAYS OF CHRISTMAS'
What was the partridge doing in the pear tree? The song was a rhyme to instruct children in the Catholic or Christian faith during the Reformation of God. Rev Mark Lawson Jones suggests in his book:
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The Song: 'TWELVE DAYS OF CHRISTMAS'
What was the partridge doing in the pear tree? The song was a rhyme to instruct children in the Catholic or Christian faith during the Reformation of God. Rev Mark Lawson Jones suggests in his book:
- One partridge – Jesus
- Two turtle doves – the Old and New Testaments
- Three French hens – faith, hope and charity
- Four calling birds – the four Gospels
- Five gold rings – the Pentateuch
- Six geese a-laying – the six days of creation
- Seven swans a-swimming – the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit
- Eight maids a-milking – the Beatitudes
- Nine ladies dancing – the nine fruits of the Spirit in Galatians
- Ten lords a-leaping – the Ten Commandments
- Eleven pipers piping – the 11 faithful apostles
- Twelve drummers drumming – the 12 tribes of Israel
God Came Down Series
#5 Timing of Jesus Birth
“When the fullness of the time was come, God sent forth His Son, made of a woman, made under the law to redeem them that were under the law, that we might receive the adoption of sons. Thou art no more a servant, but a son; and if a son, then an heir of God through Christ.” – Apostle Paul
Galatians 4:4-5, 7
12-24-18, The Messiah, King Jesus Christ was born during the height of the Roman Empire. Unlike previous empires, the Romans built roads from one end of its vast territory to the other. This made spreading the good news of salvation throughout the civilized world happen in only a few decades; it couldn't have been done if the Lord Jesus had come earlier.
Do you think it strange that the first Christmas was not proclaimed to the high and mighty leaders of the world? God’s reason is clear that He speaks to those who are prepared to listen. Apparently the humble shepherds were prepared and able to discern the voice from Heaven above the din of earth’s confusion. Mark 4:9; Matthew 11:15; Luke 2:8
One glaring point ... it wasn't winter; the shepherds wouldn't have been watching their sheep in winter. Although the Bible doesn’t give an exact date (day, month and year); the date of His birth is not needed for salvation [Luke 13:3; Galatians 5:24; 2 Timothy 3:15]. For those devout born again believers who refuse to celebrate the traditional ‘Christmas’ because the date may be incorrect … I feel sorry for them. We want to celebrate the Lord’s birth and any date is a good date.
Christmas song: "MARY DID YOU KNOW?"
-- Zara Larsson, here
12-24-18, The Messiah, King Jesus Christ was born during the height of the Roman Empire. Unlike previous empires, the Romans built roads from one end of its vast territory to the other. This made spreading the good news of salvation throughout the civilized world happen in only a few decades; it couldn't have been done if the Lord Jesus had come earlier.
Do you think it strange that the first Christmas was not proclaimed to the high and mighty leaders of the world? God’s reason is clear that He speaks to those who are prepared to listen. Apparently the humble shepherds were prepared and able to discern the voice from Heaven above the din of earth’s confusion. Mark 4:9; Matthew 11:15; Luke 2:8
One glaring point ... it wasn't winter; the shepherds wouldn't have been watching their sheep in winter. Although the Bible doesn’t give an exact date (day, month and year); the date of His birth is not needed for salvation [Luke 13:3; Galatians 5:24; 2 Timothy 3:15]. For those devout born again believers who refuse to celebrate the traditional ‘Christmas’ because the date may be incorrect … I feel sorry for them. We want to celebrate the Lord’s birth and any date is a good date.
Christmas song: "MARY DID YOU KNOW?"
-- Zara Larsson, here
Isaiah 9:6; Luke 2:11; Matt 1:16; John 11:27; Acts 2:36, 13:23
One Solitary Life
Jesus said, "Heaven and earth pass, one jot or one tittle shall in no wise pass from the law, till all be fulfilled." Matthew 5:18
Author Dr. James Allan Francis of Nova Scotia, Canada. Pastor at age twenty-one and served in ministry for the remainder of his life. His first pastorate was in New York City at the Riverside Baptist Church, and in 1914 after served in Los Angeles CA. 'One Solitary Life' originated as part of a sermon that he delivered on July 11, 1926 to the Baptist Young People’s Union at a Los Angeles Convention. More here
Author Dr. James Allan Francis of Nova Scotia, Canada. Pastor at age twenty-one and served in ministry for the remainder of his life. His first pastorate was in New York City at the Riverside Baptist Church, and in 1914 after served in Los Angeles CA. 'One Solitary Life' originated as part of a sermon that he delivered on July 11, 1926 to the Baptist Young People’s Union at a Los Angeles Convention. More here
God Came Down to Save Mankind
Series #4
Mary Knew Her Son, Jesus, Was HER Savior
Mary said, "My soul doth magnify the Lord,
And my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Savior."
Luke 1:47
12-22-18, The Holy Bible clearly states that all men have sinned, including the virgin Mary, the mother of the Messiah and Lord Jesus Christ. All of us have fallen short of the glory of God [Romans 3:23] and death spread to all men [Romans 5:12]. Jesus came to save us from our sin and when Mary went to see her cousin Elizabeth, she said:
"My soul doth magnify the Lord, And my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Savior. For He hath regarded the low estate of His handmaiden: for, behold, from henceforth all generations shall call me blessed. For He that is mighty hath done to me great things; and holy is His name. And His mercy is on them that fear Him from generation to generation. He hath shewed strength with his arm; He hath scattered the proud in the imagination of their hearts. He hath put down the mighty from their seats, and exalted them of low degree. He hath filled the hungry with good things; and the rich He hath sent empty away. He hath helped His servant Israel, in remembrance of His mercy; As He spake to our fathers, to Abraham, and to His seed forever." Luke 1:47-48, 49-50, 51-52, 53-55
Scriptures categorically state that the Lord Jesus’ human family consisted of many children. His mother, Mary can never be considered ‘immaculate’ as the Roman Catholic Church proclaims her a perpetual virgin. Mary & Joseph's children; Jesus’ half brethren: James, Joseph, Simon, Judas [not Iscariot] and at least two unnamed sisters. Matthew 13:55; Mark 6:3; Jude 1:1
12-22-18, The Holy Bible clearly states that all men have sinned, including the virgin Mary, the mother of the Messiah and Lord Jesus Christ. All of us have fallen short of the glory of God [Romans 3:23] and death spread to all men [Romans 5:12]. Jesus came to save us from our sin and when Mary went to see her cousin Elizabeth, she said:
"My soul doth magnify the Lord, And my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Savior. For He hath regarded the low estate of His handmaiden: for, behold, from henceforth all generations shall call me blessed. For He that is mighty hath done to me great things; and holy is His name. And His mercy is on them that fear Him from generation to generation. He hath shewed strength with his arm; He hath scattered the proud in the imagination of their hearts. He hath put down the mighty from their seats, and exalted them of low degree. He hath filled the hungry with good things; and the rich He hath sent empty away. He hath helped His servant Israel, in remembrance of His mercy; As He spake to our fathers, to Abraham, and to His seed forever." Luke 1:47-48, 49-50, 51-52, 53-55
Scriptures categorically state that the Lord Jesus’ human family consisted of many children. His mother, Mary can never be considered ‘immaculate’ as the Roman Catholic Church proclaims her a perpetual virgin. Mary & Joseph's children; Jesus’ half brethren: James, Joseph, Simon, Judas [not Iscariot] and at least two unnamed sisters. Matthew 13:55; Mark 6:3; Jude 1:1
God Came Down to Save Mankind
Series #3, Arrival in Bethlehem
"Mary brought forth her firstborn son, wrapped Him in swaddling clothes and laid Him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn."
Luke 2:7
12-21-18, After Joseph and Mary traveled by foot and donkey from Nazareth to the city of Bethlehem, they found all inns were over crowded and no room for them as so many other people were there for the registration and paying their tax.
However, one inn keeper offered them the only accommodations he had ... his stable. At the same time, there were shepherds watching their sheep in the field when angels appeared in the heavens singing and praising God. They were told:
"Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, which is Christ the Lord. Glory to God in the highest and on earth peace good will toward men." Luke 2:10-11, 13-14
12-21-18, After Joseph and Mary traveled by foot and donkey from Nazareth to the city of Bethlehem, they found all inns were over crowded and no room for them as so many other people were there for the registration and paying their tax.
However, one inn keeper offered them the only accommodations he had ... his stable. At the same time, there were shepherds watching their sheep in the field when angels appeared in the heavens singing and praising God. They were told:
"Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, which is Christ the Lord. Glory to God in the highest and on earth peace good will toward men." Luke 2:10-11, 13-14
God Came Down to Save Mankind
Series #2, Joseph took his wife, Mary to Bethlehem
There went out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the world should be taxed. So everyone had to go his own city. So Joseph went up from Galilee with Mary his espoused wife being great with child. They went out of the city of Nazareth to be taxed, into Judaea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; (because he was of the house and lineage of David:)
Luke 2:1-2, 3-5
12-20-18, Joseph's hometown was Bethlehem so because the Emperor aka Caesar Agustus declared all the people had to go register and be taxed, Joseph took his very pregnant wife, Mary with him to Bethlehem. (Isaiah 7:10-16; Micah 5:1-6; Matthew 1:18-25)
12-20-18, Joseph's hometown was Bethlehem so because the Emperor aka Caesar Agustus declared all the people had to go register and be taxed, Joseph took his very pregnant wife, Mary with him to Bethlehem. (Isaiah 7:10-16; Micah 5:1-6; Matthew 1:18-25)
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Since 1967 Three Hundred Year Old Italian Nativity Scene Annually Displayed at USA White House
 | 12-19-18, The liberal, leftist God haters don't like it, nevertheless the traditional 'Nativity Scene' of the birth of the Lord Jesus Christ has annually been displayed at the USA White House since Claudia "Lady Bird" Johnson's days in 1967. The display was a gift to the White House from philanthropist and collector Mrs. Charles W. Englehard, a founding member of First Lady Jackie Kennedy’s committee to restore the aging White House. Mrs. Kennedy’s successor, "Lady Bird" Johnson, asked Mrs. Englehard to find an appropriate manger of Jesus' birth for the White House Christmas collection. After scouring Europe, Mrs Englehard found the eighteenth century Neapolitan Creche through the Christmas Crib Association of Italy. The set contains: 22 wooden figures that has a backdrop of wood and terracotta. They are ornately dressed and the Three Wise Men ride horses instead of camels.The Baby Jesus is crowned. More here |
Note: It has been reported that the Obama's omitted the Nativity from Michelle Obama's Christmas displays; but that is untrue. Although they did want a non-religious Christmas ... more here.
God Came Down to Save Mankind
Series #1, Angel Appeared to Mary & Joseph
"Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus: Who, being in the form of God, thought it not robbery to be equal with God: Jesus made Himself of no reputation taking
upon Himself the form of a servant and was made in the likeness of men."
Philippians 2:5-7
12-18-18, The anti-God world has failed in its attempt to remove the Lord Jesus Christ from the annual CHRISTMAS holiday when mankind celebrates His birth.
The historical facts begin when the Angel Gabriel went to the virgin Mary in the town of Nazareth. She was engaged to be married to a man named Joseph of the house of David. Gabriel told her she was blessed, highly favored; the Lord was with her and not to fear. Mary was troubled about his salutation and message.
Gabriel told her she would become pregnant and bring forth the Son of the Highest, He shall have the throne of David, reign over the house of Jacob forever; His kingdom shall have no end and shall name Him Jesus.
Mary questioned how it was possible as she was a virgin never being with a man. Gabriel told her the power of Holy Ghost would overshadow her and her son would be called the Son of God. Luke1:26-35
12-18-18, The anti-God world has failed in its attempt to remove the Lord Jesus Christ from the annual CHRISTMAS holiday when mankind celebrates His birth.
The historical facts begin when the Angel Gabriel went to the virgin Mary in the town of Nazareth. She was engaged to be married to a man named Joseph of the house of David. Gabriel told her she was blessed, highly favored; the Lord was with her and not to fear. Mary was troubled about his salutation and message.
Gabriel told her she would become pregnant and bring forth the Son of the Highest, He shall have the throne of David, reign over the house of Jacob forever; His kingdom shall have no end and shall name Him Jesus.
Mary questioned how it was possible as she was a virgin never being with a man. Gabriel told her the power of Holy Ghost would overshadow her and her son would be called the Son of God. Luke1:26-35
Although Mary was a virgin and her fiancé Joseph never ‘knew’ her; when he found out she was pregnant he planned on protecting her. However, in a dream the angel Gabriel appeared to him letting him know - THAT which was conceived in her - was of God and not to fear. The birth would be fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy from Isaiah 7:14. He would save His people from their sins and His name would be Jesus.
Joseph married Mary and did not ‘know’ her until she brought forth her first born son, Jesus. Matthew 1:18-25
Joseph married Mary and did not ‘know’ her until she brought forth her first born son, Jesus. Matthew 1:18-25
Note: One of the world's prominent ‘religions’ [Roman Catholic (here)] teach that Mary was a perpetual virgin never having other children; this is false teaching as Jesus had many half brothers and sisters as reported in Matthew 13:55; Mark 6:3; Jude 1:1
"Mary Did You Know?"
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Mary said:
"My soul doth magnify the Lord, And my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour. For He hath regarded the low estate of his handmaiden: for, behold, from henceforth all generations shall call me blessed. For He that is mighty hath done to me great things; and holy is His name. And His mercy is on them that fear Him from generation to generation. He hath shewed strength with his arm; He hath scattered the proud in the imagination of their hearts. He hath put down the mighty from their seats, and exalted them of low degree. He hath filled the hungry with good things; and the rich He hath sent empty away. He hath helped His servant Israel, in remembrance of His mercy; As He spake to our fathers, to Abraham, and to His seed for ever." Luke 1:47-48, 49-50, 51-52, 53-55
"My soul doth magnify the Lord, And my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour. For He hath regarded the low estate of his handmaiden: for, behold, from henceforth all generations shall call me blessed. For He that is mighty hath done to me great things; and holy is His name. And His mercy is on them that fear Him from generation to generation. He hath shewed strength with his arm; He hath scattered the proud in the imagination of their hearts. He hath put down the mighty from their seats, and exalted them of low degree. He hath filled the hungry with good things; and the rich He hath sent empty away. He hath helped His servant Israel, in remembrance of His mercy; As He spake to our fathers, to Abraham, and to His seed for ever." Luke 1:47-48, 49-50, 51-52, 53-55
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2 Timothy 3:1, 4:3; Luke 2:11
11-25-2014, * -- Millions of Christians around the world soon will be celebrating the birth of the Lord Jesus Christ. In many places, like ancient Bethlehem where Jesus was born, commemorating the birth of the Savior is still the main focus. Unfortunately, the United States has witnessed increased hostility toward the sacred and true history of Christmas, erupting into what has become a blatant war on Christmas.
Stores, schools and communities across America continue to find new and intolerant reasons to remove any religious references to Christmas, stripping it of any holy or historical significance. Christian songs, prayers and other spiritually vital connections to the birth of Christ are deleted or diminished.
The root and core, of the war on Christmas isn't really about Christmas at all—it’s about the Son of God; it’s a war on Christ and His followers. It’s the hatred of our culture for the exclusive claims that Christ made:
"I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me.” John 14:6
When Christ appeared in Bethlehem 2,000 years ago, to shepherds in the Judean darkness, the angels announced His birth with these stunning words: “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.” Luke 2:10-11
Jesus was fully God Who took on human flesh for one reason—to die for our sins, (John 3:18, 36, 17:3). He fulfilled that mission three decades later when He hung on a cross in Jerusalem, was buried, rose again and ascended into Heaven. When Christ returns—His second Coming—it will be entirely different. He’ll come with power and glory as a conquering King who will cast Satan and unbelievers into an eternal lake of fire. (Revelation 19:11; 20:10, 14-15)
11-25-2014, * -- Millions of Christians around the world soon will be celebrating the birth of the Lord Jesus Christ. In many places, like ancient Bethlehem where Jesus was born, commemorating the birth of the Savior is still the main focus. Unfortunately, the United States has witnessed increased hostility toward the sacred and true history of Christmas, erupting into what has become a blatant war on Christmas.
Stores, schools and communities across America continue to find new and intolerant reasons to remove any religious references to Christmas, stripping it of any holy or historical significance. Christian songs, prayers and other spiritually vital connections to the birth of Christ are deleted or diminished.
The root and core, of the war on Christmas isn't really about Christmas at all—it’s about the Son of God; it’s a war on Christ and His followers. It’s the hatred of our culture for the exclusive claims that Christ made:
"I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me.” John 14:6
When Christ appeared in Bethlehem 2,000 years ago, to shepherds in the Judean darkness, the angels announced His birth with these stunning words: “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.” Luke 2:10-11
Jesus was fully God Who took on human flesh for one reason—to die for our sins, (John 3:18, 36, 17:3). He fulfilled that mission three decades later when He hung on a cross in Jerusalem, was buried, rose again and ascended into Heaven. When Christ returns—His second Coming—it will be entirely different. He’ll come with power and glory as a conquering King who will cast Satan and unbelievers into an eternal lake of fire. (Revelation 19:11; 20:10, 14-15)
So this Christmas, don’t worry if you see the opposition building. We know that Christ has already made every provision for sinners like us, we can steadily and obediently be about our Heavenly Father’s work testifying of Christ’s power to deliver all who will repent be delivered from sin. (Matthew 10:33; Luke 13:3)
We praise Him that He came to earth 2,000 years ago on a rescue mission; to snatch us from sin and the grave. (Psalm 30:3; Matthew 1:21) The war on Christmas—the war on Christ—is doomed to fail. Christ came the first time as a helpless babe but He is coming a second time to establish His kingdom forever under His righteous reign.
"In the last times there will be scoffers who will follow after their own ungodly desires." Jude 1:18
*Excerpted and adapted full original message from Rev Franklin Graham here https://billygraham.org/decision-magazine/december-2014/the-war-on-christmas-is-a-war-on-christ/
We praise Him that He came to earth 2,000 years ago on a rescue mission; to snatch us from sin and the grave. (Psalm 30:3; Matthew 1:21) The war on Christmas—the war on Christ—is doomed to fail. Christ came the first time as a helpless babe but He is coming a second time to establish His kingdom forever under His righteous reign.
"In the last times there will be scoffers who will follow after their own ungodly desires." Jude 1:18
*Excerpted and adapted full original message from Rev Franklin Graham here https://billygraham.org/decision-magazine/december-2014/the-war-on-christmas-is-a-war-on-christ/
History of Santa Claus
Saint Nicholas of Myra was a 4th-century Greek Christian bishop of Myra (now Demre) in Lycia. The real person was famous for his generous gifts to the poor. He was very religious and from an early age devoted his life entirely to the Lord Jesus Christ. Surely he would despise the way the world has honored HIM instead of the Lord and Savior Jesus Christ... The remains of Saint Nicholas are in Italy; and in 1087, the city of Bari mounted an expedition to locate his tomb. More here
Holy Bible Old Testament About the Lord's First Coming
The Savior: "Born of a Virgin" 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."
The Savior: "Born in Bethlehem" Micah 5:2
"But you, O Bethlehem Ephrathah, who are too little to be among the clans of Judah, from you shall come forth for Me one Who is to be ruler in Israel, Whose coming forth is from of old, from ancient days."
The Savior: "Rule the Nations" Psalms 72:11; Isaiah 9:6
"May all kings fall down before him, all nations serve Him! v6 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." More here
The Savior: "Born of a Virgin" 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."
The Savior: "Born in Bethlehem" Micah 5:2
"But you, O Bethlehem Ephrathah, who are too little to be among the clans of Judah, from you shall come forth for Me one Who is to be ruler in Israel, Whose coming forth is from of old, from ancient days."
The Savior: "Rule the Nations" Psalms 72:11; Isaiah 9:6
"May all kings fall down before him, all nations serve Him! v6 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." More here
12-25-17, PASTOR JD FARAG CHRISTMAS Message
Oh my! Pastor Farag does such a wonderful job telling the story of Jesus' birth with focus on some facts we may have never thought about before. What a great speaker he is! Thank you, Brother JD!
One hour video here:
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One hour video here:
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Traditional Instrumental Hymns of
the Savior Jesus Christ's Birth
3 hour play list here:
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A Christmas Letter
from Jesus
December 1, 2017
Hello dear friends,
Well, as you know, it's time for My birthday again [Isaiah 7:14, 9:6]. Last year, they had a really big party for Me and it seems like they will again this year. After all, they've been shopping and preparing for it for months now, and there have been announcements and advertisements almost everyday about how soon it's coming! They really do go overboard about it, but it's nice to know that at least on one day of the year some people are thinking a little about Me.
It's been many centuries now since they first started celebrating My birthday. Back then they realized and appreciate it was My birthday [Micah 5:2]. Nowadays, the celebration has excluded Me. Imagine!
It's happened so often in recent years, I'm no longer surprised. The celebrations today have people drinking, laughing and having a grand time. Their guest of honor is this fat fellow in a bright red suit, wearing a phony white beard and shouting, "Ho Ho Ho!" When he arrives everyone cheers. All the precious children seem to love him calling him "Santa!"
Sad to say, things are getting worse each year. You can just imagine My shock when they took My name out of My birthday replacing it with an X. What an insult - X-mas! [Luke 2:7] They greet each other with 'Happy Holidays!' What holiday? [Matthew 2:1-12; John 1:9-14]
Not to be depressed, because it won’t be long until we celebrate My party [Revelation 1:7]! It's going to be the biggest most fantastic feast you could possibly imagine! It might not happen this year, but I'm sending out invitations anyway, because I know you'll want to come.
There's going to be room for billions [Matthew 24:31-33] of My faithful children! Some really famous old timers and celebrities are going to be there and I'll reserve your seat of honor with them! (Matthew 8:11) So hold on to your hat because when everything is ready, I'm going to spring it as a big surprise and a lot of people are going to be left out, because they didn't answer My invitation. [Matthew 24:40]
Let me know right away if you'd like to come and I'll write your name in large golden letters in My big 'reservation' book. [Revelation 3:5, 20:15]
Much Love, JESUS
The Saviour of all Mankind
Hello dear friends,
Well, as you know, it's time for My birthday again [Isaiah 7:14, 9:6]. Last year, they had a really big party for Me and it seems like they will again this year. After all, they've been shopping and preparing for it for months now, and there have been announcements and advertisements almost everyday about how soon it's coming! They really do go overboard about it, but it's nice to know that at least on one day of the year some people are thinking a little about Me.
It's been many centuries now since they first started celebrating My birthday. Back then they realized and appreciate it was My birthday [Micah 5:2]. Nowadays, the celebration has excluded Me. Imagine!
It's happened so often in recent years, I'm no longer surprised. The celebrations today have people drinking, laughing and having a grand time. Their guest of honor is this fat fellow in a bright red suit, wearing a phony white beard and shouting, "Ho Ho Ho!" When he arrives everyone cheers. All the precious children seem to love him calling him "Santa!"
Sad to say, things are getting worse each year. You can just imagine My shock when they took My name out of My birthday replacing it with an X. What an insult - X-mas! [Luke 2:7] They greet each other with 'Happy Holidays!' What holiday? [Matthew 2:1-12; John 1:9-14]
Not to be depressed, because it won’t be long until we celebrate My party [Revelation 1:7]! It's going to be the biggest most fantastic feast you could possibly imagine! It might not happen this year, but I'm sending out invitations anyway, because I know you'll want to come.
There's going to be room for billions [Matthew 24:31-33] of My faithful children! Some really famous old timers and celebrities are going to be there and I'll reserve your seat of honor with them! (Matthew 8:11) So hold on to your hat because when everything is ready, I'm going to spring it as a big surprise and a lot of people are going to be left out, because they didn't answer My invitation. [Matthew 24:40]
Let me know right away if you'd like to come and I'll write your name in large golden letters in My big 'reservation' book. [Revelation 3:5, 20:15]
Much Love, JESUS
The Saviour of all Mankind
- sad, John 14:1
- have sinned, Psalm 51:1
- facing danger, Psalm 91:1
- faith needs stimulation, Hebrews 11:1
- alone and sad, Psalm 23:1
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John 14:3; Revelation 19:11
✝️ 7-3-20, As we see in the Bible's Old Testament all the events where the Hebrews were punished for their disobedience ... why today do we think almighty God is less righteous and will permit His followers to do wickedly without unpleasant consequences? Daniel 9:4-14
6-29-20, Jesus said, 'Obey Me!' John 14:15; 1 John 2:3, 3:22 Of course we are forgiven when we sincerely pray for forgiveness turning our lives to the Lord Jesus. We must intend to sin no more ... if we do ... quickly repent as we didn't INTEND to. John 8:11 More here: https://www.gotquestions.org/go-and-sin-no-more.html
✝️ 6-28-20, I often wonder why born again Christians deliberately violate the Lord □ Jesus commands. He tells us to obey Him; we should and according to these scriptures, we must. Matthew 7:21; Luke 6:46, 11:28; John 14:15, 21, 23, 15:10; Acts 5:32; Hebrews 5:9; 1 John 5:3 □□
We must be born again in Jesus. John 3:3,7
Jesus said, 'You must be born again." John 3:3, 7
✝️ 6-27-29, The lawlessness we are now seeing on America's streets ... who are these young people? The kids raised under liberal theories forcing parents to withhold discipline from their children & taught liberal leftist dogma in the government schools & universities - now they are unruly selfish hateful barbarians. God said to train up children & they wouldn't depart from it [Proverbs 22:6] □□ ... true for evil □ as well as good □ behaviors. More here: https://bit.ly/3i55gQf
✝️ 6-26-20, Many scriptures are given with 'figurative' language. Like this one ... □ Jesus gives us eternal life in 'water' John 4:13-14 □□
Song of Solomon 2:1
✝️ 6-23-20, In the world of sickness, rioting, vandalism, looting, killing and hatred those who believe in and trust the Savior □ Jesus Christ have peace that passes all understanding. Thank You, Lord. Philippians 4:7 □□
Proverbs 24:19-20; Psalm 141:10
✝️ 6-17-20, Many people have the misconception that the Lord's TEN COMMANDMENTS are just suggestions since Jesus came and we're now under the NEW COVENANT. Well, Jesus repeated them in Matthew 19:18-19.
✝️ 6-16-20, The demented and delusional rioters who apparently hate America, law, order and police are still loved by our Lord □ Jesus and will save any sinner who repent of their sin and believe in Him. John 3:16, Ephesians 2:3-5; Romans 5:8, Revelation 1:5
✝️ 6-15-20, Our hearts break as we watch Americans riot and kill performing all types of lawlessness; they behave as if there is no God as if THEY are God. Surely we are in the last days as described by the Apostle Paul in 2 Thessalonians 2:1-4, 3:3
Revelation 21:4
✝️ 6-12-20, The Lord □Jesus' mom, Mary's cousin Elizabeth's son John the Baptist was brutally killed because of a wicked hateful woman. Her foolish husband, King Herod - although he liked John; had him executed because of a promise - he musta been drunk - to make such a promise to his wife's daughter, Salome who's mom, Herodias wanted John dead. Matthew 14:3-11; Mark 6:14-29; Luke 9:7-9
✝️ 6-11-20, Regarding forgiveness: the Lord □ Jesus clearly taught that marriage was between a husband & wife. [Matthew 19:5; Mark 7:21] He loves all sinners both the heterosexual & homosexual. He promises forgiveness to everyone who repents coming to Him for salvation. He told the woman caught in adultery: "Go and sin no more.” Matthew 11:28
✝️ 6-9-20, The Lord □ Jesus explained to Nicodemus that he must be 'born again' [John 3.3, 7]. In Utah I've heard some LDS people scoff and ridicule believers in Christ who are 'born again.' Those who scorn are lost; Jesus clearly said to 'marvel not that you must be born again'; without Christ we are lost. John 3:17-18
✝️ 6-8-20, Jesus is God; He came to save sinners. “For He [Jesus] Whom God sent speaks the words of God: The Father loves the Son & has given all things into His hand. He that believs on the Son hath everlasting life & they that believes not the Son shall not see life; but the wrath of God abideth on them.” John 3:34-36
✝️ 6-7-20, The Lord □ Jesus spoke from the cross first of forgiveness, salvation then of His Mother's care into John's hands. He spoke of being forsaken & then triumph as His task as human was complete shedding His perfect blood for the forgiveness of sins to all who repent believing in Him. His body was thirsty. And last of His reunion with the Father. Matthew 27:46; Luke 23:34, 43, 46; John 19:26-28, 30; Mark 15:34
✝️ 6-6-20, Another promise from God's word in Psalm 72:1-9; the Lord will annihilate the oppressor while the righteous will prosper and His enemies will lick the dust. Thank You, Lord.
Genesis 1:9-10
✝️ 6-5-20, As we watch in horror the evil behaviors of the masses in America; those who are born again in the Lord Jesus should have peace. His peace that passes all understanding. He has our best in His plans. Jeremiah 29:11; Isaiah 55:11-13; Philippians 4:7
✝️ 6-3-20, Interesting the different duties of God's arch angels. Michael is a warrior who will defeat Satan and Gabriel was/is God's messenger appearing to:
Prophet Daniel 8:15-17, 9:21-24 ...
Zacharias, father of John the Baptist, Luke 1:11-18...
Mary, Mother of Jesus, Luke 1:26-31...
Joseph, Husband of Mary, Matthew 1:20-24, 2-13
✝️ 6-2-20, In appx 530 BC the Lord God of Israel chose the Persian [aka Iran] King Cyrus to protect and help the Jewish exiles in Babylon. Who would come back and rebuild Solomon's Temple in Jerusalem where now - since 688 AD - a Muslim mosque sits. Mark 13:14; Isaiah 45:4-6, 9, 12-13. World Without End. Ephesians 3:20-21
✝️ 6-1-20, The Lord □Jesus had plenty to say about hypocrites. See Matthew 23:2, 5, 16, 12-29
Revelation 19:7-8
✝️ 5-30-20, As we watch in horror when Derek killed George in Minneapolis, the riots & mayhem; we know that God is looking down on it all & preparing His judgment. When we add the murder of millions of innocent babies - we know it won't be good. Exodus 20:13; Genesis 4:15, 9:6
Mark 1:3; Psalm 16:11
✝️ 5-29-20, The Lord □ Jesus wants us to behave in a loving caring way especially to the brethren. Similar as if we were caring for Him. Matthew 25:31-41
✝️ 5-28-20, God's word has many encouraging promises to those who stand fast in their faith of the Lord □ Jesus. We're called 'Overcomers' - 1 John 5:4-5; Revelation 2:7, 3:21. Thank You, Lord.
✝️ 5-31-20, Have you ever noticed that in God's word He repeatedly warns us we are to fear Him? Well, why not? Like □Jesus said, we should fear Him who can cast us into Hell. Luke 12:5; Psalm 103:1-2, 11-15, 17
Luke 17:25-27
1 Thessalonians 5:4; Mark 13:33
Mark 13:35-37
2 Thessalonians 2:10-12; Jeremiah 1:5; Galatians 6:7; 1 Thessalonians 5:4
Solomon 2:10-13
Solomon 2:10-13
Locked: Daniel 12:4-9
Unlocked: Rev 22:7-17
Romans 13:11-12
✝️ 5-27-20, See Romans 13:11; James 5:8; 1 Peter 4:7; 1 Thessalonians 2:19; Titus 2:13; 1 Cor 15:51-52, Rev 11:15 Scripture tells us that "The coming of the Lord is at hand;" but thousands of years have passed without the Lord’s coming. We must remember that one thousand years are like one day to God (Psalm 90:4; 2 Peter 3:8). The rapture will happen without warning at any time and believers in the Lord Jesus must be ready at all time. Certain current events cause us to believe we are near the Lord’s trumpet call and that the rapture of the church is ‘at hand.
✝️ 5-26-20, There are those who refuse to believe in almighty God's miracles; they call them coincidences or just 'by chance.’ When the Lord performs His mighty deeds ... it doesn’t matter. Job 5:9; Jeremiah 32:37; John 2:11; Mark 9:23; Acts 3:16
✝️ 5-24-20, A rich ruler asked the Lord □ Jesus about heaven; he didn't like Jesus’ answer. We need to keep reading ... all things are possible with God. Matthew 19:23-26; Mark 10:17-31; Luke 18:18-30
✝️ 5-23-20, Our eternal destination is determined by each of us individually. We chose Hell when we reject Christ. John 3:17-18, 14:6; Romans 5:2; Ephesians 2:18; Hebrews 10:20
✝️ 5-22-20, Interesting that the Lord □ Jesus said at the 'LAST SUPPER' He'd drink wine with the Apostles again in His Father's kingdom. Another confirmation & validation of scripture & teaching that we will be with Him in glory. Hallelujah! Matthew 26:26-30; Mark 14:22-26; Luke 22:14-23; 1 Corinthians 11:23-34
utah333 ✝️ 5-21-20, Jesus, when He rebuked Satan three times said, "Get away from Me... thou shalt worship the Lord thy God!' Matthew 4:1-11; Luke 4:1-13; Mark 1:12
✝️ 5-20-20, Psalm 36:7 The Lord’s children take refuge in His Shadow.
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✝️ 5-19-20, No other Disciple of Christ had so many visions & revelations as the Apostle Paul & he isn't generous with his descriptions. So his report - when he was translated [aka raptured] - is sparse. Some believe it happened when he was left for dead after he was stoned at Lystra. [Acts 14:19] Whenever it happened it's encouraging to add his name to the list of the other five: Enoch, Elijah, Philip, John and Jesus. Next it'll be the 'Church.' More here https://bit.ly/3bIwuI1
✝️ 5-18-20, In 1634 AD Rembrandt's 'DOUBTING THOMAS' painting depicts the fact that disciple Thomas did not touch the risen Lord Jesus. Shame and shock is what's displayed when he exclaimed, 'MY LORD AND MY GOD!' And the admonition of Christ that those who've not seen still believe are blessed. John 20:24-29
✝️ 5-17-20, During these stressful times as the world struggles to understand believing they can fight against a virus; when the economy is falling everywhere ... I feel such pity for those who don't know the Lord □ Jesus. Surely they are most fearful. The Lord said if you only have faith as small as a tiny mustard seed nothing shall be impossible. Luke 13:3; Ma
✝️ 5-16-20, The Lord □ Jesus has an accepted time & hopefully it's soon! Even so, come, King Jesus. Revelation 22:20; Luke 4:18-19; 2 Corinthians 6:2
✝️ 5-15-20, So many scriptures speak to us about fearing, honoring & obeying God. Difficult to chose. The more we obey, the easier it becomes. Deuteronomy 4:24, 6:2; Psalm 15:4; Proverbs 14:27; Luke 12:5; Acts 9:31, 10:35; Revelation 14:7
✝️ 5-14-20, We should listen to our conscience & obey warning; it's our God given defense against sin & regret. [Acts 23:1; 2 Timothy 1:3; Hebrews 13:18] Unless of course our consciences have been disabled: 'those whose consciences have been seared [calloused] as with a hot iron." 2 Timothy 4:1-2
✝️ 5-13-20, What a wonderful vision the Apostle John had of the New Jerusalem. It is 1,500 miles square and 1,500 miles high. Almost the size of the United States. The Lord □ Jesus is the Light. Imagine no more wickedness. No more pain & crying. Revelation 21:1-2, 3-27, 22:1-5
✝️ 5-12-20, Because of God’s love, while we were yet sinners, the Lord Jesus □Christ suffered and died for us. It was God's plan for sinful mankind to repent trusting Him to save them; He could/can because He is God and arose from death. Thank You, Lord. Romans 5:8; Galatians 2:20
Malachi 1:14
5-11-20, Have you thought about how much of the Holy Scriptures are figurative language? God's 'feathers,' the Lord □ Jesus is the 'Door.' Psalm 91:4; John 10:7. Interesting.
✝️ 5-8-20, □ Jesus is the Light of the world. His born again disciples carry His Light. We are hated as He was hated because evil mankind loves wickedness and darkness. Example: Christian churches closed for Easter during covid scare; but Muslim mosques aren’t – New York giving them 500K free meals for Ramadan. Matthew 10:22; Mark 13:13; John 3:19, 9:5; Galatians 2:20
✝️ 5-7-20, Sins □ Jesus Harshly Condemns; He said, “God knows our hearts: for that which is highly esteemed among men is abomination in the sight of God. V9 For all those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted.” [Pride] Luke 16:15, 18:9-14; Hebrews 1:8-9
✝️ 5-6-20, In the Bible's book of Proverbs we are instructed that fools bring trouble to their families and evil doers will bow before the Wise. Proverbs 11:29, 14:19.
✝️ 5-5-20, In Book of Revelation there are seven churches addressed by the Lord King Jesus. He has special promises to all over comers. Revelation 1 and Revelation 12.
✝️ 5-4-20, How could you not run singing praises tof the Lord Jesus telling all what He had done cleansing his leprosy! Mark 1:40-45; Matthew 8:1-4; Luke 5:12-16
✝️ 5-3-20, It is widely accepted that the age of accountability is about twelve years. The Lord Jesus began teaching and displaying His glory at that age - sadly His Mother and step-father didn't know He'd begun while they were traveling and went missing for three days. Mark 6:1-6; Luke 2:41-49
✝️ 5-2-20, There are some scorners and scoffers who mock those who are Born Again in Christ. Sadly they must not read the scriptures - the Lord □ Jesus told us to marvel not that we must be born again. John 3:3, 7, 1 Peter 1:3
✝️ 5-1-20, All through the ages there have been wolves among the sheep in the Lord □ Jesus' flock. Beware. Acts 20:17, 28-30
✝️ 4-30-20, When the Lord □ Jesus Mother told her son that at the Cana wedding celebration there was no wine - I wonder if the Lord did little miracles around the house so Mary knew of His abilities expecting Him to quickly whip up some good wine. And He did! The Lord's first miracle on earth water into wine. John 2:1-11
✝️ 4-29-20, We learn the importance of loving God from Psalm 91 where Moses is blessed by God Who said: 'v9 Because thou hast made the Lord... the most High, thy habitation; v14 Because he hath set his love upon Me, therefore, l will deliver him & set him on high, because he hath known My name. He shall call upon Me & I will deliver him ... & shew him My salvation." Psalm 90:1, 91-14
✝️ 4-28-20, The Lord □ Jesus, in the book of Matthew, lists what’s called the “Beatitudes.” He lists the items in our lives in His 'Sermon on the Mount' that examine our values, vision & habits to wholehearted obedience to God. We seek His forgiveness & acceptance for eternal life with Him; this is the good news 'Gospel.' John 14:6; Matthew 5:1-48, 6:1-34, 7:1-28.
✝️ 4-27-20, In the days when □ Jesus walked the earth and healed all who came to Him ... imagine the horror of those who He healed who believed He was the Son of God as they may have watched their Savior brutalized and killed. Hopefully they were nearby 3 days later!! Hallelujah. Mark 16:1-20; John 20:1-31
✝️ 4-26-20, Seeing this wonderful painting of King Jesus with this beautiful child makes me think of all the innocent children who are now with Him in Heaven as their lives were brutally taken in abortion before they were officially 'born.' I imagine those millions of babies will be in the Lord's army when He returns in power and glory. Hallelujah! Revelation 19:11, 14
✝️ 4-25-20, □ Jesus gave His apostles some encouraging words about His leaving and preparing a place for them; in His Father's house are many mansions. Let not your heart be troubled. John 14:1-3
✝️ 4-24-20, As our springtime perennial flowers pop again [thank You Lord] I like to think of the Lord □ Jesus in a beautiful garden. And the New Jerusalem that the scriptures describe in the future of all born again believers. John 3:3,7; Revelation 21:21
4-23-20, We learn of God's command to write in a book in a vision when the Apostle John heard God's instruction ... especially the warning about those who will and won't inherit God's blessings ... those who will suffer His punishment. Thank You, Lord for the warning! Revelation 21:1-8
✝️ 4-22-20, Considering the harsh punishment God meted out in the Old Testament for blasphemy - why do people in the modern world now think it's perfectly permissible to disobey God's commandment #3 & blaspheme [deliberately & repeatedly] HIS HOLY NAME?? God will not be mocked [Galatians 6:7] there is judgment coming someday; He has a record book, keys to death & Hell. Revelation 1:17-20
✝️ 4-21-20, The enemies of the Lord Jesus accused Him of performing miracles with the help of Satan. HaHa ... Jesus explained that's impossible that the devil would fight against himself. Mark 3:22-27
✝️ 4-20-20, The Lord □ Jesus said we must obey Him else it's like we built our houses on sand that when rains come they'll be destroyed. Matthew 7:24-27; Luke 6:46-49; James 1:22; Proverbs 10:25 □□
✝️ 4-19-20, The Bible has 30+ scriptures displaying God's fierce focus on mankind knowing Who HE is; all with this truth: "I am God none else!" Isaiah 45:5
✝️ 4-18-20, As the world deals with the horrible danger of health and financial ruin ... Whom shall we fear? God is the ROCK of our salvation. Trust Him and be at peace. Psalm 62:6; Romans 12:18
✝️ 4-16-20, The next time Jesus Christ comes to earth He will be □ King of Kings □ & Lord of Lords. Hallelujah! Psalm 24:7; Revelation 17:14 □□
✝️ 4-15-20, Tithing 10% to God’s ministry is important. John and I knew that all we had belongs to Him. The more we gave back; the more we had. John 5:25; Mark 4:24; Malachi 3:10-12; Matthew 6:21; Luke 6:38 □□
✝️ 4-14-20, Based on the behaviors of some church goers; apparently they think God is like an old lenient Grandpa winking at deliberate unrepentant sin. Even sins that are done repeatedly with no remorse. Because the Lord God loves us so much, He generously warns us ... He has a book where names of forgiven sinners are recorded. Almighty God demands us to honor and obey Him. Revelation 1:18, 3:5, 20:1; Malachi 3:16 □□
❤️ Philippians 4:7 ❤️
❤️ Matthew 28:4 ❤️
❤️ Mark 16:1-6 ❤️
❤️ Matthew 5:3-12; Psalm 1-6; Luke 6:20-23 ❤️
❤️ Luke 23:26 ❤️
❤️ John 21:25❤️
❤️ Revelation 1:18 ❤️
✝️ 3-24-20, THE KING OF KINGS the Lord Jesus will return - He said He would. Revelation 17:14, 19:16, Psalm 24:7 ❤️
Jesus said, Feed My sheep John 21:17
❤️ John 16:25-33 ❤️
Jesus said: "I came to call sinners to repent." The call remains today. Luke 5:28-31; Matthew 9:9, 13, Mark 2:13-17
Matthew 27:32; Mark 15:21; Luke 23:26 Many believe Simon was a black man; or a Jewish convert from Africa.
Luke 10:17-22; Matthew 11:25-30
Mark 16:19; 1 Thessalonians 4:17; Acts 1:9-11
Matthew 10:32
Mark 3:5; John 2:15; Matthew 23:13, 33
Jesus Told Samaritan Woman: 'I AM HE!' John 4:5-26
John 14:23; 1 Samuel 3:18; James 4:7
Revelation 5:5, 22:16
2-28-20, Jesus Calms the Sea: 'What manner of man is this that even the wind and sea obey Him?' Mark 4:35-41; Matthew 8:23-27; Luke 8:22-25
John 11:38-44
Jesus gave up His life to save us from our sin. Matt 26:53; Mark 15:1-4; John 10:11; Galatians 1:4
Romans 8:30-36
2-23-20, As in days of Noah & Lot. Luke 17:20-30
Proverbs 15:12-13
Proverbs 3:5
We live by God's Word; not just by bread alone. Matthew 4:4; Luke 4:4; Deuteronomy 8:3
John 14:6
Mark 2:16-17
Revelation 17:14, 19:16
John 14:15-24
Isaiah 42:1-4
Mark 6:48-50; Matthew 14:28
Mark 10:13-16
Hebrews 4:15
Hebrews 7:25
Philippians 2:5-6; 7-9, 10-11
John 17:20-26
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Psalm 134:1-3
Proverbs 6:6-8
Proverbs 10:27-29, 24:19, 37:7-9; Psalm 73:3
Elijah Raptured, Genesis 5:24, 2 Kings 2:11
1 John 5:11-13
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Joel 3:16
Psalm 33:12
Revelation 16:21
John 5:17-18; Hebrews 1:8; 2 Peter 1:1
At Last Trumpet Jesus Will Come, 1 Cor 15:52
Romans 1:16
Ephesians 2:8-9; Romans 3:23, 5:8, 6:23, 10:9, 10:13; 1 Cor 15:4
Romans 10:10
Hebrews 11:25
Luke 21:28
1 John 1:7
Ecclesiastes 12:13-14
Deuteronomy 11:12
Hebrews 6:4, 10:26-31
Mark 13:13
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1 Corinthians 15:3
Wives Obey & Husbands Love
1 Peter 3:1; Ephesians 5:25
Romans 5:8
Luke 10:20; John 13:34
John 17:24
Isaiah 53:3-5
Luke 16:19-20, 21-31
No Jesus, No Heaven
John 14:6
Marriage Before Sex
Hebrews 13:4
Ephesians 5:21
Stop Cursing!
Matthew 12:36
Ephesians 5:24-25
God's NAME on His kids Numbers 6:27
2 Chronicles 14:2-3, 4-5, 6-7
Without Jesus, lost already. John 3:17-18
God always warns before punishment: Noah, Lot, Jonah and us too. Repent now.
Romans 3:23, 5:8, 6:23, 10:9, 10:13, John 15:1-5
Jesus had six half brothers & sisters.
Matt 13:55; Mark 6:3; Jude 1:1
Jesus said, 'Marriage man and woman."
Matthew 19:5
John 3:18
Luke 12:15-21
Matthew 6:33
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Psalm 2:4
Revelation 21:8
Psalm 91:3
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Jeremiah 4
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Romans 9:2
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Matthew 19:6
Luke 21:28
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1 Corinthians 9:22
Ezekiel 33:2-6
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