Download or read book Christmas with the Prophets written by Laura F. Willes and published by Deseret Book. This book was released on 2010-01-01 with total page 191 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Shares Christmas traditions and celebrations of the prophets of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints along with a Christmas message from each prophet. Illustrated throughout with historical photographs, paintings, and drawings.
Download or read book Christmas with the Prophets written by and published by . This book was released on 2012-10-15 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book How to Profit from Prophets written by Maurice A. Fetty and published by CSS Publishing. This book was released on 1998 with total page 88 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Prophets have not done well in history -- at least not by ordinary standards: Elijah seemed to be the only one in Israel resisting Baalism. Amos was told to keep silent and go back where he came from. Jeremiah was scorned and imprisoned. John, the Baptist was beheaded, and... Jesus, the greatest of them all, was crucified. By ordinary standards the prophets have not done well because, as Jesus said, we ignore or kill the messengers of God. And yet it is the extraordinary standards of the prophets that intrigue us, inspire us, and stimulate our minds and consciences to God's ways and thoughts. Because of their extraordinary standards the prophets continue to shape us and history. In this challenging Advent-Christmas book, Maurice A. Fetty reminds us again how it is important to "profit from prophets." Maurice A. Fetty is Senior Minister of the Congregational Church of Manhasset (United Church of Christ) in Manhasset, New York. He has also served churches in Grand Rapids, Michigan; Minneapolis; East Harlem; and Brooklyn. Fetty holds the Master of Sacred Theology Degree from Union Theological Seminary and the Master of Arts Degree from Christian Theological Seminary. In addition to numerous articles he has authored several books, including Putting Your Life On The Line; Sex, Love And Marriage; and The Divine Advocacy.
Download or read book Christmas Story in Prophecy written by Rose Publishing and published by Rose Publishing Inc. This book was released on 2013-12-06 with total page 18 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Christmas Story: Scripture from the Gospels and the Prophets Here is the story of Jesus' birth and the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies in a beautiful ebook that can be used as a handout at Christmas and as a Bible study to use during Advent. Using traditional wording from Matthew and Luke's Gospels, and beautiful full-color art, this ebook starts with the angelic announcement of John the Baptist's birth and the angel Gabriel's visit to Mary. It continues with Mary and Joseph traveling to Nazareth, the birth of Jesus, and the visitation of the shepherds and the Wise Men. It ends with the Gospel story and a forward look toward Christ's second coming. This beautiful ebook will be treasured. Contains suggestions for Advent celebrations and traditional suggested readings; also includes suggestions for using the ebook as a Christmas program script. Ideas for Use Questions for Discussion or Journaling: •Read "The Advent of Hope" (panels 1-4). In the New Testament, John the Baptist fulfills the role of Elijah (also known as Elias in some Bible versions). What did the ancient biblical prophecies say he would do and why? •How did Jesus fulfill Psalm 89:3-4? What is the connection between Jesus and King David? •How did Mary respond to the angel's message? How did Joseph respond? How does the Lord deal with our own confusion in life? •Read "The Advent of Peace" (panels 5-6). In those days, the most powerful man in the world was Caesar Augustus. Look at the Old Testament prophecies. How is Jesus similar and different from Caesar? You may want to compare their status in society, their wealth and power, and their effect on future societies. Both would bring a kind of peace to the world. How would you describe the differences? •Read "The Advent of Joy" (panels 8-9). King Herod of Judea was one of the most ruthless rulers of the time. As a baby, Jesus had powerful enemies and his life was in danger. How did God protect him? Many people expected Jesus to be the Messiah for the Jewish people only, but God's plan was to bless the entire world. How do we see hints in these Scriptures. •Read "The Advent of Love" (panels 10-11). The Christmas story is more than the story of a tiny baby. Jesus was sent to earth to "seek and save" us. How was Jesus similar to us? How is he different? •Read Isaiah 53:5-6. What was the greater purpose for Jesus' life? How did he redeem us? Why is Jesus good news for all people? •At the time of Jesus' birth there was war and destruction. Within a few years of Jesus' death, Jerusalem and the Temple were destroyed. What hope does Jesus bring to a dark world?,br/>•Jesus died, rose again, and ascended into heaven where he intercedes with the Father on our behalf. What is our response to Jesus? What claim does he have on our lives? Have you ever asked him to forgive your sins and be Messiah and king of your life?
Download or read book 12 Prophetic Days of Christmas written by John Ballou and published by . This book was released on 2019-12-02 with total page 58 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Looking for a family devotional for Christmas? This is the one! If you are struggling with putting together something meaningful and structured this will do it for you. Typical devotionals can be overwhelming and discouraging taking far more time and attention than most want to give. This is simple, straight forward and can be competed in a relatively short period, easily 20 minutes or less everyday for the 12 days leading up to Christmas. It has a simple structure of Prophecy, Teaching, Fulfillment, Prayer and Reflection. The best part is that you can make this a fun tradition for years to come as you learn more about bible prophecy and the birth of Christ. It will strengthen your faith and deepen your understanding of God's word around the birth of Jesus and the prophecies foretold hundreds of years in advance. For those who want a deeper appreciation of scripture and a more in depth look at God's word it is here as well. With several bible verse references one could spend hours reading and learning more about the extent of God's word and Christ's birth. May this Christmas transform you and your family now and in the years to come.
Download or read book Christmas Is Not Your Birthday written by Rev. Dr. Mike Slaughter and published by Abingdon Press. This book was released on 2011-08-01 with total page 106 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Every year, we say we’re going to cut back, simplify, and have a family Christmas that focuses on the real reason for the season—Jesus. But every year, advertisements beckon, the children plead, and it seems easier just to indulge our wants and whims. Overspending, overeating, materialism, and busyness rob us of our peace and joy and rob Jesus of his rightful role as the center of our celebration. This Christmas, cut through the hype that leaves you exhausted and broke at the end of the year. Instead, experience the peace of knowing that God is truly with us, the joy of giving sacrificially, and the love of a Savior who gave everything he had for us. In five short, engaging chapters, Pastor Mike Slaughter inspires readers to approach Christmas differently, and be transformed in the process.
Download or read book Christmas Moments with the Prophets written by Donna McHugh and published by . This book was released on 2017-10-23 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Christmas Moments with the Prophets is a devotional which takes a look at the Christmas story through the eyes of the minor prophets, Isaiah, and other writers of the Old Testament. They help to prepare our hearts to celebrate Jesus' birth.
Download or read book The Wondrous and True Story of Christmas written by Gordon Bitner Hinckley and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page 10 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Cold Case Christianity written by J. Warner Wallace and published by David C Cook. This book was released on 2013-01-01 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written by an L. A. County homicide detective and former atheist, Cold-Case Christianity examines the claims of the New Testament using the skills and strategies of a hard-to-convince criminal investigator. Christianity could be defined as a “cold case”: it makes a claim about an event from the distant past for which there is little forensic evidence. In Cold-Case Christianity, J. Warner Wallace uses his nationally recognized skills as a homicide detective to look at the evidence and eyewitnesses behind Christian beliefs. Including gripping stories from his career and the visual techniques he developed in the courtroom, Wallace uses illustration to examine the powerful evidence that validates the claims of Christianity. A unique apologetic that speaks to readers’ intense interest in detective stories, Cold-Case Christianity inspires readers to have confidence in Christ as it prepares them to articulate the case for Christianity.
Download or read book Prophets and Promises written by and published by Augsburg Fortress. This book was released on 2022-07-15 with total page 124 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Prophets and Promises continues the Christian tradition of setting aside time to prepare for the celebration of Jesus' birth and to anticipate his return. You will find daily devotions here for the first Sunday of Advent (November 27, 2022) through Epiphany (January 6, 2023). Each devotion features a scripture reading (many from Matthew), accompanied by a photo, a quote to ponder, a reflection, and a prayer.
Download or read book Jesus Calling The Story of Christmas written by Sarah Young and published by Thomas Nelson. This book was released on 2018-10-02 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jesus Calling® The Story of Christmas shares the Christmas story with your children by starting at creation and showing that Jesus has always been present and that God has always had a plan for Christmas. Each page features Bible verses and Jesus Calling devotions as it explores the true meaning of the nativity story. This faith-focused picture book is perfect for children ages 4 to 8 years old; features a beautifully embellished dust jacket with foil and glitter; makes a great Christmas, Advent, or holiday gift; is the perfect introduction to the story of Jesus for young children; and is written by New York Times bestselling author Sarah Young. From the beginning of time, God had a plan to save his children. That plan was Jesus! Curl up with your family around the Christmas tree and experience God’s great gift with Jesus Calling® The Story of Christmas.
Download or read book Understanding Christmas written by Becky Fischer and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2019-04-25 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There are so many other Christmas curriculums for kids. Why do we need another one? Great Question!There is so much more to the Christmas story than most children ever hear about. The power of the story lies in understanding the backdrop of bringing mankind to that unique moment in God's timetable-the birth of Jesus.Too often adults assume children cannot understand or do not care about things like the prophecies behind the story, or the meanings of the wise men's gifts. We just assume all they are capable of handling is the surface details - the basic story itself.We wanted to give children as much of the details as possible, for one big reason-to help them realize the profound prophetic, fascinating truths that resulted in the birth of Christ. We want them to walk away from these lessons knowing that Christ's birth was not an accident, not coincidence, and not just a good story. We want them to see that it was proof that God's Word was real, and can be trusted.We want them to understand Jesus' birth was a part of God's bigger plan for mankind, and was an intricate part of His top secret Plan of Salvation. It's important they are able to tie what the Old Testament prophets had to say to the details, to show how well-planned it really was. All of this is to deepen their faith in their God, His son, and the book we call the Bible.5 Unique Prophetic Lessons!Lesson 1: Understanding Why He CameLesson 2: Understanding Who He WasLesson 3: Understanding the PropheciesLesson 4: Understanding His Birth LessonLesson 5: Understanding the Wise Men's GiftsIncluded is a Special Christmas Play!Bonus Packet of Lesson AidsMultiple Object Lessons Ideas
Download or read book Rejoicing with the Prophets written by Marci Alborghetti and published by Liturgical Press. This book was released on 2013-09-01 with total page 49 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For Christians, Advent is a time of joyous expectation, and none among God's people had a more fervent anticipation of the Messiah than the prophets. This series of daily reflections will explore how the prophets predicted and described Christ's coming and his impact on the world then and today in ways that will be meaningful for readers as they anticipate Christmas. Each reflection in Rejoicing with the Prophets includes a brief Scripture quote and prayer designed for those who wish to experience a more spiritual and deeply relevant Advent and Christmas season.
Download or read book The True Story of Christmas written by Scott Freeman and published by . This book was released on 2016-01-01 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Beautifully illustrated storybook telling the story of the birth of Jesus in fidelity to the Judeo-Christian scriptures. Explains Christmas in the context of creation, the fall, the nation of Israel and the Hebrew prophets in language that is accessible to children.
Download or read book The Christmas Book written by Gene Meacham and published by WestBow Press. This book was released on 2015-08-18 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Christmas! The best time of the year for family devotions. Author Gene Meacham invites us to establish a family tradition as we sit down together in the living room to share the amazing, miraculous events of our Saviors birth. With selections from both Old Testament prophets and New Testament writers, family members of all ages are drawn into the drama of the Nativity and are invited to engage in lively discussion of historic events and their present-day application.
Download or read book Christmas Is Coming written by Tama Fortner and published by B&H Kids. This book was released on 2020 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Christmas Is Coming! is a delightful picture book that shows how God's plan for the first Christmas started long ago and led to the greatest Christmas gift ever--the baby Jesus!
Download or read book The Real Story of Christmas written by W. Cleon Skousen and published by Verity Publishing. This book was released on 1949 with total page 25 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There never was a more exciting Christmas than the first one. Oddly enough, however, the complete, historical account of that first Christmas is seldom told. There are forgotten chapters buried in scriptural records which the pageants at Christmas time fail to relate. The purpose of this writing is to tell the whole story the way history has preserved it. “The Real Story of Christmas” has been enjoyed in thousands of homes for over half a century and continues to enlighten and enrich with a greater understanding of the amazing events leading up to our Savior’s birth.
