December 9, 2024
Scripture Reference – Micah 5:2-4 (MSG): But you, Bethlehem, David’s country, the runt of the litter—From you will come the leader who will shepherd-rule Israel.He’ll be no upstart, no pretender. His family tree is ancient and distinguished.Meanwhile, Israel will be in foster homes until the birth pangs are over and the child is born,And the scattered brothers come back home […]
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Scripture Reference – Micah 5:2-5 (NRSV): But you, O Bethlehem of Ephrathah, who are one of the little clans of Judah, from you shall come forth for me one who is to rule in Israel, whose origin is from of old, from ancient days. Therefore he shall give them up until the time when she […]
Read MoreDecember 2, 2024
Scripture Reference – Isaiah 7:10-16 (CEB): Again the Lord spoke to Ahaz: “Ask a sign from the Lord your God. Make it as deep as the grave or as high as heaven.” But Ahaz said, “I won’t ask; I won’t test the Lord.” Then Isaiah said, “Listen, house of David! Isn’t it enough for you to be tiresome for people that you […]
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Scripture Reference – Isaiah 7:14 (NRSV): Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign. Look, the young woman is with child and shall bear a son and shall name him Immanuel.
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Scripture Reference – Romans 12:9-15 (CEB): Love should be shown without pretending. Hate evil, and hold on to what is good. Love each other like the members of your family. Be the best at showing honor to each other. Don’t hesitate to be enthusiastic—be on fire in the Spirit as you serve the Lord! Be happy in your […]
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Scripture Reference – Isaiah 6:1-8 (NIV): In the year that King Uzziah died, I saw the Lord, high and exalted, seated on a throne; and the train of his robe filled the temple. Above him were seraphim, each with six wings: With two wings they covered their faces, with two they covered their feet, and with two they were flying. And they were calling to […]
Read MoreNovember 17, 2024
Scripture Reference – John 4:4-15 (NRSV): But he had to go through Samaria. So he came to a Samaritan city called Sychar, near the plot of ground that Jacob had given to his son Joseph. Jacob’s well was there, and Jesus, tired out by his journey, was sitting by the well. It was about noon. A Samaritan […]
Read MoreNovember 14, 2024
Scripture Reference – Psalm 95 (CEB): Come, let’s sing out loud to the Lord! Let’s raise a joyful shout to the rock of our salvation!Let’s come before him with thanks! Let’s shout songs of joy to him!The Lord is a great God, the great king over all other gods.The earth’s depths are in his hands; the mountain heights belong to him; the sea, […]
Read MoreNovember 10, 2024
Scripture Reference – Matthew 18:19-20 (CEB): Again I assure you that if two of you agree on earth about anything you ask, then my Father who is in heaven will do it for you. For where two or three are gathered in my name, I’m there with them.”
Read MoreNovember 6, 2024
Scripture Reference – Matthew 22:34-40 (NIV): Hearing that Jesus had silenced the Sadducees, the Pharisees got together. One of them, an expert in the law, tested him with this question: “Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law?” Jesus replied: “‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.’ This […]
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