Today we continue our series: “Ten Lessons for Today from the Christmas Story” with Episode 2. We examine the unlikely characters in the genealogy of Christ and discover that God is not looking for perfect people. His love and grace is available to all. Scriptures referenced in this episode include John 1:12; Ruth 1:16; 1 Samuel 13:14; 1 Chronicles 22:8; 1 Kings 11:6; Mark 2:17; and 2 Corinthians 5:17.
Jonah, whose name means “dove” is the son of Amittai, a prophet from Gath-hepher in Zebulun, a territory in the Northern Kingdom of Israel....
Ezekiel's inaugural vision, a dazzling storm revealing God's enthroned majesty, warns Judah of judgment for rebellion. Creatures whirl, wheels blaze, and a human-like figure...
The story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, alongside the ministry of Jesus, presents profound parallels that illuminate themes of faith, divine presence, deliverance, and...