Tag: Luke
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Interlude: The Women of Christmas
History tells us men should announce the good news of God’s kingdom. But God doesn’t play by those rules.
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Day 17: The Fall and Rising of Many
“Behold, this child is appointed for the fall and rising of many in Israel, and for a sign that is opposed…so that thoughts from many hearts may be revealed.” (Luke 2:34-35) Put yourself in Mary and Joseph’s shoes. At Jesus’ dedication in the temple, a sweet old man says, “Your Son will light up the […]
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Day 16: Peace for Me?
“Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among those with whom he is pleased!” (Luke 2:13-14) The Christmas season often seems to bring anything but peace. We rush to stores, to parties, to pageants, to worship services. During the time of year when we raise our glasses and toast to, “Peace on […]
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Day 14: The End of Fear
“Blessed be the Lord God of Israel, for he has visited and redeemed his people… to grant us that we, being delivered from the hand of our enemies, might serve him without fear.” (Luke 1:66, 74) There is a popular Christmas song that unwittingly instills fear in the hearts of little ones. You know it […]
JAMES PRUCH 