Luke 2:52 New International Version And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man. For Meditation As we prepare to walk away from the Christmas story and into a new year, 2026, I want us to walk with confidence and grow with purpose, anchored in the life experiences and disciplines … Continue reading Takeaways from His Pre-Ministry Life
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What Did You See This Christmas?
Matthew 2:11 New International Version On coming to the house, they saw the child with his mother Mary, and they bowed down and worshiped him. Then they opened their treasures and presented him with gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh. For Encouragement Two groups received the report of the birth of Jesus: the shepherds tending their flocks … Continue reading What Did You See This Christmas?
The Coming of the Redeemer
Luke 1:67-68 New International Version His father Zechariah was filled with the Holy Spirit and prophesied: “Praise be to the Lord, the God of Israel, because he has come to his people and redeemed them. For Encouragement After God opened Zechariah’s mouth at the naming of John the Baptist, he first spoke about the soon-to-come Redeemer of … Continue reading The Coming of the Redeemer
A Life Interrupted
Luke 1:38 New International Version “I am the Lord’s servant,” Mary answered. “May your word to me be fulfilled.” Then the angel left her. For Meditation In today’s world, the dating would have rolled over into an engagement. I am not talking about Western-world engagement. I am talking about a Ghanaian or Nigerian engagement with … Continue reading A Life Interrupted
Her Treasure Is Our Treasure Too
Luke 2:19 New International Version (NIV) But Mary treasured up all these things and pondered them in her heart. For meditation The shepherds came to Mary and Joseph, rejoicing. They had received the best news ever from the angel of God, seen and heard the angelic choir live, and were praising the Lord. Astounded, they … Continue reading Her Treasure Is Our Treasure Too
A Joyful Discovery at Christmas
Genesis 3:6 New International Version (NIV) When the woman saw that the fruit of the tree was good for food and pleasing to the eye, and desirable for gaining wisdom, she took some and ate it. She also gave some to her husband, who was with her, and he ate it. For Meditation In 2008, the world … Continue reading A Joyful Discovery at Christmas
The Reason for Christmas
A Reason for Christmas 1 Kings 16:30 New International Version Ahab son of Omri did more evil in the eyes of the Lord than any of those before him. For Meditation A study of the Northern Kingdom of Israel offers fascinating insights into human nature and our need for Christ. The nation’s history becomes a grand picture of the … Continue reading The Reason for Christmas
The Deceived and Confused Youth
Series: What Are We Doing To Ourselves (5) 2 Samuel 13:6-7 New International Version So Amnon lay down and pretended to be ill. When the king came to see him, Amnon said to him, “I would like my sister Tamar to come and make some special bread in my sight, so I may eat from … Continue reading The Deceived and Confused Youth
The Molested And Neglected Child
What Are We Doing To Ourselves? (Part 4) Psalm 127:3 New International Version Children are a heritage from the Lord, offspring a reward from him. For Meditation A child, ignorant, naïve, fearful, yet trusting, needing protection. The parent is their best source of all these needs and support for growth. Mommy’s love is their best warmth and assurance, … Continue reading The Molested And Neglected Child
Through the Eyes of the Spirit 