Holidays

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1. "Sir, we wish to see Jesus" (John 12:21) by Alan Allegra  
   We can all join in with Charlie Brown in repudiating the commercialism of Christmas and pushing aside the curtains of the culture to see the true meaning of the season. We also agree with the bumper stickers, billboards, and broadcasters, who remind us to âkeep Christ in Christmas.â After all, it is His birthday celebration, and He deserves center stage.
   
   
2. With You, With Us by PamFord Davis  
   âGod with us (Matthew 1:23b KJV).â
   
   His name is JESUS.
   
   
3. Royalty by PamFord Davis  
   JESUS, Son of the Highest (Son of David) will reign forever and ever.
   
   
4. Opening His Gifts by PamFord Davis  
   God is a generous Father.
   
   Have you opened the LORDïS gifts?
   
   You donït need to wait until Christmas.
   
   
   
5. Was Mary Singing? by PamFord Davis  
   Was Mary singing?
   
   If so, we should all sing alongâ
   
   
   
6. The Christmas Rush by PamFord Davis  
   The Christmas rush is added to our already busy routines.
   
   Rush, rush, rushâ
   
   Are you running out of steam?
   
   
7. This is the Town, Bethlehem by PamFord Davis  
   I can almost hear Gospel writer Matthewâ
   
   âThis is the town (Bethlehem).â
   
   
   
8. Came Bearing Gifts by PamFord Davis  
   Wise men traveled from afar; they came bearing gifts of great value.
   
   The King of the Jews deserved the very best.
   
   
9. Advent, I'm a Believer by PamFord Davis  
   God keeps His promises; Iâm a believer!
   
   
10. Christmas, Lost and Found by PamFord Davis  
    My family had discovered I was missing; they retraced their steps and found me.
    
    I was lost and found.
    
    
11. Thanksgiving, Day of Remembrance by PamFord Davis  
    Thanksgiving Day, a day to reflect on Godâs many blessingsâ
    
    Thanksgiving, a day of remembranceâ
    
    
12. Holiday Feast by PamFord Davis  
    The Whitlocks blessed us and others with a holiday feast.
    
    We were ânotâ the only ones invited.
    
    
13. Thank You by PamFord Davis  
    Please hear my request.
    
    Too often, I make my requests but neglect to say thank you.
    
    
14. Thank You, LORD by PamFord Davis  
    Thank You, LORD.
    
    âI will give You thanks in the great congregation;
    I will praise You among a mighty people (Psalms 35:18 NASB).â
    
    
15. Shout and Submit by PamFord Davis  
    âLet us come before His presence with thanksgiving;
    Let us shout joyfully to Him with psalms (Psalms 95:2 NKJV).â
    
    Will I shout His victory? Will I submit? The joy of the LORD is my strength.
    
    
16. Thanksgiving, Together Once More by PamFord Davis  
    âGive thanks to the Lord, for He is good;
    For His faithfulness is everlasting (1 Chronicles 16:34 NASB).â
    
    Central NY State Thanksgiving memories begin with thoughts of Dad.
    
    
17. Their Service, Our Support by PamFord Davis  
    I appreciate their service.
    
    They appreciate our support.
    
    
    
18. Laboring in Vain? by PamFord Davis  
    Am I really laboring in vain?
    
    Followers of Christ find renewed strength and encouragement in times of weariness.
    
    
19. Freedom and Faith by PamFord Davis  
    Dad loved our nation.
    
    He celebrated Independence Day with unabashed patriotism.
    
    
20. Cookouts by PamFord Davis  
    Gentlemen fire up your grills.
    
    ïAs charcoal is to burning coals, and wood to fire,
    So is a contentious man to kindle strife (Proverbs 26:21 NKJV).ï
    
    
21. Sonrise by PamFord Davis  
    Guards secured a stone in place at the entrance to His tomb.
    
    The Son set; angels proclaimed the SONRISE!
    
    
22. Jesus Knew by PamFord Davis  
    Jesus knew He was going to be killed.
    
    He was confident that He would rise again.
    
    
23. Rescue Mission by PamFord Davis  
    It is finished!
    
    God the Father sent His Son on a rescue mission.
    
    
24. What Was Torn? by PamFord Davis  
    His tunic was not torn.
    
    What was torn?
    
    
25. How To Enjoy Easter Celebration This Time by Ngozi Nwoke  
    What plans do you have for Easter Celebration this time? Things may not be the way you planned it for the season. But, it can't change the truth that Christ has risen and has restored all that enemy stole from you including your joy. So, no matter what happens chose to rejoice at this time. This article encourages you celebrate the resurrection of Jesus greatly this time.
    
    
26. King of the Jews by PamFord Davis  
    Crucified as King of the Jewsâ
    
    âPilate also wrote an inscription and put it on the cross. It was written, âJESUS THE NAZARENE, THE KING OF THE JEWS (John 19:19 NASB).â
    
    
27. In God's Hand by PamFord Davis  
    Safe in Godâs handâ
    
    âand I give eternal life to them, and they will never perish; and no one will snatch them out of My hand. My Father, who has given them to Me, is greater than all; and no one is able to snatch them out of the Fatherâs hand (John 10:28-29 NASB).â
    
    
28. Here Comes Jesus! by PamFord Davis  
    Palm Sunday Scripture passage (Matthew 21:1-11)
    
    
29. No Fooling! by PamFord Davis  
    No fooling; Jesus is coming again!
    
    Will He find faith when he returns?
    
    
30. When the Grave Is in Grave Danger by Alan Allegra  
    Resurrection Day, commonly called âEaster,â is nigh. The seeds that have been buried in the ground are coming out of hiding, and the ferns are unfolding. The suburban landscape is bursting with plastic, pretend bunnies, chicks, and eggs, impostors that have no real life in them.
    As the season approaches, another story unfolds â" a story of a man who was buried and came out of hiding, separating himself from the impostors by bringing new life to the world. This is the story of the gospel, a word that means, âgood news.â Letâs allow the apostle Paul to explain what we mean.
    
    

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