Tag: Christmas
4 Factors in Preparing for Holiday Conflict
Ken Boa
December 18, 2023
Unavoidable Conflict The notion that the holidays serve as little more than emblems of family dysfunction is now a cliche, fodder for countless jokes, movies, and television shows. From National Lampoon’s A Christmas Vacation to The Ref, the modern take on the holiday season is decidedly cynical. These
Not a Star for Wishing
XandraGrieme
December 22, 2022
The Gift of Faith vs. the Grace of Faith Perhaps the best feature about the little condo I’m renting is a big skylight in the center of the vaulted ceiling. When I need a break from writing, I lay on the couch and look up at the passing
Death at Christmas
Glenn Sunshine
December 19, 2022
Hope in the Face of Darkness Back in 2012, a friend of mine who was a pastor in Hartford, Connecticut, asked me to preach at his church. I was preparing to go on a five-week mission trip to Asia, and this would give his congregation a chance to
4 Factors in Preparing for Holiday Conflict
Cameron McAllister
December 13, 2022
Unavoidable Conflict The notion that the holidays serve as little more than emblems of family dysfunction is now a cliche, fodder for countless jokes, movies, and television shows. From National Lampoon’s A Christmas Vacation to The Ref, the modern take on the holiday season is decidedly cynical. These
Joy of Expectation
XandraGrieme
December 2, 2022
The season of Advent is a time of joy and expectation. During this time, remember to reflect on the true reason for joy.
Does Christmas have Pagan roots?
Glenn Sunshine
November 29, 2022
Is it true the celebration of Christmas has pagan origins? What about the various traditions and symbols associated with Christmas such as Christmas trees and Yule logs? Historical investigation decidedly answers the question. No, Christmas is not pagan.
The Star of Bethlehem
Ken Boa
December 15, 2021
Jesus, the Messiah, the God-man had come to earth in a miraculous way, and God proclaimed His coming with the shekinah glory.
The Season of Advent
Ken Boa
December 22, 2019
What is Advent? Too often it seems we allow Christmas to eclipse the season of Advent in such a way that we forget the true meaning of Christmas.
Redeeming Our Broken Stories
Ken Boa
December 12, 2019
Jesus Christ, the incarnate Son of God, was born into the world to redeem us and heal our broken stories.