The notion that Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year is one that is widely embraced. Often when we think of this season, words like joyful, happy, magical and enchanting come to mind. Yet, this time can be hard for many of us.
Still, Jesus came for those who were struggling, for the least, the last, and the lost. And that first Christmas was not as pretty and sanitized as Hallmark would suggest. Scriptures referenced include Galatians 4:1-7, Luke 3:23-37; Matthew 1:1-17; Luke 2:14; Mark 1:15; Luke 4:18; and Isaiah 61.
We begin our study of the book of Ezra by focusing on Ezra 10:4-5. Ezra was a priest and a scribe charged with helping...
The final chapter of Abraham’s life was marked by deep mourning, preparation, and faith. After Sarah’s passing, he secured the Cave of Machpelah as...
Solomon builds a temple to honor the Lord. In the prayer of dedication, he anticipates a time when foreign peoples will journey to the...
