THE REAL STORY OF CHRISTMAS

THE REAL STORY OF CHRISTMAS by Adriel Sanchez for Core Christianity Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and they shall call his name Immanuel! It’s that time of year when Christians throughout the world celebrate what God has accomplished in history. During this time in particular, we celebrate the incarnation. For those unfamiliar with this event, and for those whose understanding could use a little deepening, here is the who, when, and why of what took place: Who During Christmas we celebrate the birth of God. That…

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Advent Strange Visitors from the East (Podcast)

Advent Strange Visitors from the East Podcast from Stories of the Master Months after Jesus is born, magi from the East arrive in Jerusalem looking for the king of Israel. But their request stirs up the city. What will King Herod say and do? He has killed to preserve his power before. He will kill again. How will God preserve the Holy Family?  More Stories of the Master >>>

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What Do Christians Believe About the Nature of Jesus? (Podcast)

What Do Christians Believe About the Nature of Jesus? (Podcast) by J Warner for Cold Case Christianity In this blast from the past, J. Warner examines the nature of Jesus. Was Jesus just a man? Was he a good teacher or a prophet? Did He have supernatural powers? Was he God Himself? What do other faith systems believe about the nature of Jesus, and what must we believe about Jesus in order to call ourselves Christians? More At Cold Case Christianity >>>

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The Plan of God in the Suffering We Experience (Podcast)

The Plan of God in the Suffering We Experience Podcast by Chris Platt for Radical God promises to give His people “a future and a hope” in Jeremiah 29:11, and many Christians assume that this rules out the possibility of suffering in their lives. However, we need to consider this promise in its wider, biblical context. In this message from Jeremiah 29:11–13, David Platt helps us think through God’s promise to Jeremiah in the context of God’s overarching plan of redemption through Jesus Christ. Even in the midst of pain…

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‘Breakthrough’ Recounts Missouri Boy’s Inexplicable Recovery From Drowning

‘Breakthrough’ Recounts Missouri Boy’s Inexplicable Recovery From Drowning By Josh Shepherd for The Federalist When 20th Century Fox released a preview for “Breakthrough” just before Christmas, it quickly went viral. The trailer for the faith-centered film, based on the true story of a boy who fell through a frozen lake, has now racked up more than 100 million views across all platforms. On January 19, 2015, 14-year-old John Smith was trapped underwater for 15 minutes. First responders pulled him from the icy waters of Lake Sainte Louise in St. Charles, a…

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Goodness Of God (LIVE) Video

Goodness Of God (LIVE) Video – Bethel Worship Video Source Verse 1 I love You Lord Oh Your mercy never fails me All my days I’ve been held in Your hands From the moment that I wake up Until I lay my head I will sing of the goodness of God Chorus All my life You have been faithful All my life You have been so, so good With every breath that I am able I will sing of the goodness of God Verse 2 I love Your voice You…

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