Majesty of the Christ of Christmas in Bethlehem
A devotional reflection recounts a Bethlehem visit in 1978 highlighting the Church of the Nativity, the Star of David marker, and kneeling at Christ’s birthplace. The author emphasizes Jesus as Savior, Lord, and King, urging readers to worship the majesty of Christ during Christmas.
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Pragmatic sin and the church state partnership
An essay argues that American culture overemphasizes sexual sins and capital crimes while ignoring sins of the heart. It contends sin grading justifies political expediency and “necessary evils” in church state use, challenging Jesus’ message and Old Testament guidance on inner heart condition.
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Little Biddy Bits Sweet Bread Revelation
Dana found sugar missing from a cherished handwritten bread recipe and remixed the batter to perfection. A Christmas reflection cites Luke 2 17 about the shepherds sharing the message of the Child and reminds readers not to forget the Savior's sweetness this season. Danny R Biddy Chaplain CCSO Fellowship of Christian Cowboys
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Open Me First Christmas Parable from Don’s Talk
A Christmas exhortation invites readers to open the heart first, explaining the gift of Jesus Christ. The piece uses a parable about a tagged present to urge personal faith, humility, and acceptance of divine grace. It contrasts the humor of gift-giving with the profound sacrifice of Christ billed as the ultimate gift.
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Church fire humbles New York parishioners at Middle Collegiate
Middle Collegiate in Manhattan faced a devastating fire that destroyed the historic East Village church this month. The sanctuary is gutted yet the congregation keeps faith, worshiping remotely as Rev. Jacqui Lewis urges joy amid loss. The church, built in 1892, houses the Liberty Bell belfry and stands as a historic pillar of the Collegiate Churches of New York.
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Christmas Worship At Faith Presbyterian Church
Faith Presbyterian invites worshipers to 10:30 Sunday service at 3900 N Main St with Pastor Tim Marquez. Masks remain encouraged under COVID protocols as volunteers prepare Church Women United Thrift Store and seek clothing and home item donations through Ann Smith.
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Christmas in Bethlehem Dampened by Covid Lockdown
Bethlehem, West Bank sees subdued Christmas Eve as corona restrictions and a tourism downturn curb celebrations. Mayor Anton Salman says the city stays hopeful, intending to celebrate Christmas in its human and religious meanings despite obstacles.
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