Bible Verse: Luke 7:37-38 37A woman in that town who lived a sinful life learned that Jesus was eating at the Pharisee’s house, so she came there with an alabaster jar of perfume. 38 As she stood behind him at his feet weeping, she began to wet his feet with her tears. Then she wiped … Continue reading The Sinful Woman Who Anointed Jesus: Devotion and Worship
Month: December 2024
Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
Verse of the Day: Luke 2:13-14 And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying, Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men God's good will in sending the Messiah brought true peace into the world. Through His plan of redemption, … Continue reading Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
We Three Kings
Verse of the Day: Matthew 2:11 And going into the house, they saw the child with Mary his mother, and they fell down and worshiped him. Then, opening their treasures, they offered him gifts, gold and frankincense and myrrh. The magi, often referred to as the (Three) Wise Men or (Three) Kings, followed the star … Continue reading We Three Kings
Beautiful Star of Bethlehem
Verse of the Day: Matthew 2:2 Where is the one who has been born King of the Jews? We saw his star in the East and have come to worship him. The long-awaited sign of the Savior’s birth finally appeared in the night sky, a star unlike any other. The magi recognizing its significance, knew … Continue reading Beautiful Star of Bethlehem
Do You Hear What I Hear?
Verse of the Day: Mark 16:15 he said to them, “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation.” The Christmas carol "Do You Hear What I Hear?" beautifully imagines how the news of Jesus’ birth might have spread across the land. From the lamb to the shepherd boy, and from the … Continue reading Do You Hear What I Hear?
Away in a Manger
Verse of the Day: Luke 2:7 And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn. On the very first "Christmas," Jesus was born in a humble manger because there was no room for Him at … Continue reading Away in a Manger
God Sent His Son
Verse of the Day: Galatians 4:4-5 But when the set time had fully come, God sent his Son, born of a woman, born under the law, to redeem those under the law, that we might receive adoption to sonship. God, in His infinite wisdom and love, had predetermined that He would send His Son, Jesus, … Continue reading God Sent His Son
Name Above All Names
Verse of the Day: Isaiah 9:6 For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given; and the government will be upon his shoulder, and his name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. The Messiah, born of a virgin, is the ultimate gift from God—His only … Continue reading Name Above All Names
The Syrophoenician Woman: Approaching Jesus with Faith and Persistence
Bible Verse: Mark 7:26 The woman was a Greek, born in Syrian Phoenicia. She begged Jesus to drive the demon out of her daughter. The story of the Syrophoenician woman is found in Mark 7:24-30 and Matthew 15:21-28. She was a Gentile, from the region of Phoenicia, and came to Jesus because her daughter was … Continue reading The Syrophoenician Woman: Approaching Jesus with Faith and Persistence
Joy to the World, the Lord has Come!
Verse of the Day: Luke 2:10-11 But the angel said to them, Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord. Over 2,000 years ago, an angel … Continue reading Joy to the World, the Lord has Come!
CONSECRATED TO GOD 