Tag: #Advent
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How To Not Miss The Mystery and Wonder of Christmas
During the Christmas season, we are reminded of God’s desire to once again capture our attention and draw us closer to Himself. It begins with Advent, the days preceding the Christmas event, and culminates with the birth of the Christ child. It’s a time of preparing for His arrival, for families to reunite, and for…
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The Miracle of the Oil That Keeps Our Light Burning Brightly in Dark Times
A great battle took place in 166 B.C. that would help set the stage for Jesus’ entrance into the world. It happened in the Valley of Ajalon, a few miles northwest of Jerusalem, where a small band of heroes went up against a vast army of the Greek Empire in a battle that would determine…
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Know This, Before It Happens
Advent is a season in which we are reminded of events that were foretold before they actually happened. It’s one of the ways God sets Himself apart from all other gods and objects of worship. A lot of people don’t like surprises. I get it. Being caught off guard is not fun, especially when you…