Scripture: Isaiah 7:14; Matthew 1:18-25; Philippians 2:6-11 / SOAP: Philip 2:8-11 THe Love and Example of Jesus – Though he, [Jesus], was God, he did not think of equality with God as something to cling to.7 Instead, he gave up his divine privileges; he took the humble position of a slave and was born as a human being.When he appeared…
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A King from Bethlehem
Hosea 11:1; Micah 5:2; Matthew 2:5-6 and14-15 / SOAP: Matthew 2:6 ‘And you, O Bethlehem in the land of Judah, are not least among the ruling cities of Judah,for a ruler will come from you who will be the shepherd for my people Israel.’” God’s Perfect Plan and Provision Isn’t God the coolest? He’s thoughtful and attentive, a…
Son of David or of God?
“What do you think about the Messiah? Whose son is he?” They replied, “He is the son of David.” Matthew 22:42 We know and celebrate Jesus as the Son of God, but in today’s reference, and many other places in the Bible, Jesus is referred to as the “son of David.” Jesus even says of…
Messengers
Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-3; Malachi 3:1; Mark 1:1-13 / SOAP: Mark 1:1-2 The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. 2 As it is written in the prophet Isaiah, “Look, I am sending my messenger ahead of you,who will prepare your way, Mark 1:1-2 We may not always know or specifically see what the next…
The Hope of Israel
Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7 / SOAP: Isaiah 9:6-7 For a child has been born to us,a son has been given to us.He shoulders responsibility and is calledWonderful Adviser, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. His dominion will be vast, and he will bring immeasurable prosperity.He will rule on David’s throne and over David’s kingdom, establishing it…
A Promise of Hope
It’s Tuesday friends and one day closer to the Thanksgiving Holiday and some time off with family and friends. If you’re like my daughters and are already enjoying a nice week-long break – I pray it is off to a good start. 🙂 Our new advent study, The Promised Messiah, begins next Monday (Nov.27) but…
Thankful for the Day
This is the day the Lord has made. We will rejoice and be glad in it. Psalm 118:24 Some days are exciting from the moment you wake up. You’re excited about the planned adventure, the day off work, or expected company. Some days are just regular get up and go kind of days. Then there are the days…
Prayer
Scripture: Psalm 5:3 Listen to my voice in the morning, Lord. Each morning I bring my requests to you and wait expectantly. Psalm 5:3 I wonder sometimes if we truly realize the blessing and utter privilege of prayer. Think about it, the God who created the universe and holds it all in place. – the One who…
We Will Remember
Praise the LORD! Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good! His faithful love endures forever. – YET how quickly they forgot what he had done! Psalm 106:1, 13a Psalm 106:1; 107:1; 118:1; 1 Chronicles 16:34 and so many other passages call us to “give thanks to the LORD.” The passages site various reasons like His faithfulness, His…
The Benefit of Praise
Scripture: In everything give thanks; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. 1 Thessalonians 5:18 “Give thanks.” God’s Word is full of this phrase from the Old Testament to the New. From Joseph’s attitude of gratitude in Genesis to the words of the twenty-four elders who fell down in worship in John’s…