Download at http://journeyboxmedia.com/the-gift-of-christmas What does it say about the character of God that He would give His only son for us? So often, we spend Christmas focused on what it is like to receive this gift, but in The Gift of Christmas, we shift our perspective to instead imagine what it was like for God to give us the gift of Jesus.
Barnabas Piper (son of well-known pastor and author John Piper) chats with Crosswalk about his new book The Pastor's Kid, and how churches, pastors, and pastors' kids can grow through grace together.
The prophet Isaiah is writing to the remnant of the people of Zion and to the remnant of the people of God today. Awake! Awake! Put on strength! Put on beautiful garments! This is for those who follow after righteousness and seek the Lord. Those who have the faith of Abraham that compels them to action and obedience to God. Isaiah saw that God was about to move and he is calling upon the people to prepare for the coming salvation of God! God is calling upon the Church to put on the strength of the Holy Spirit! To put on the beautiful garments of holiness which are granted through faith in Christ! God is calling upon the Church to shake itself from the dust and arise! To loose themselves from the bonds of their necks! God has made a way through the cross of Jesus Christ for every Christian to live a victorious life through faith! There is no reason for anyone to not fully embrace the provisions of the atonement! If people are living in bondage, defeat, and captivity it is because they have moved into that place themselves. It is God’s will for His people to walk in victory and freedom. Jesus Christ is our righteousness, sanctification, and redemption! But has He become these things to you? Is it personal? Have you personally entered in through faith?
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When I first saw the title of this song I thought "what kind of title is '139'?" And I immediately thought of Psalms 139. Of course. And, indeed, the song is based on Psalms 139. The theme is the omniscience of our Creator. He knows our every way. He designed them. David writes in verse 14 "I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made." Hallelujah!
I've already made a video for this song with Kari Jobe of Gateway Worship singing lead on it. Gateway has so many talented musicians, and here is another one, Melissa Jackson singing her version of "The More I Seek You". Wow, what a precious song, written by Zach Neese.
In 1974 an event occurred in West Virginia that has been called the first shot in the cultural war (http://insectman.us/testimony/text-book-war.htm). Bible believing Christians and their conservative allies brought national attention to the influx of anti-Christian and anti-American textbooks into the public schools.
See for yourself the people who protested in Kanawha County (1974).
For more about the true story see the book "Protester Voices--The 1974 Textbook Tea Party" at www.insectman.us.
Gateway Worship puts out some great Christian worship music. Sometimes a little bit over the top, since it's such a large praise band. Sometimes a little overproduced. But for me that's all good, I like their style. They have so many talented musicians. This song is from "Wake Up The World", much more peaceful and subtle. Melissa Jackson sings lead here. Beautiful song about hope.
12/2 To the Glory of God (Genesis 1:31a) "Made With God's Hands" Pastor Jeff and Sis. E are back as they share what a difference things are, and we are, when we see with God's eyes what His hands have made. For other videos or more information on the ministry visit www.ongoodground.org
Jim Burns, co-author of the pre-marriage book Getting Ready for Marriage, talks to Crosswalk about steps engaged couples should take to prepare for the journey of married life.
Special thanks to everyone who helped us honor the life of our son, Ishmael Jr. (One of our Twin-to-Twin Transfusion Syndrome survivors who later passed away from complications - but lived 3.5yrs. by God's grace!!!)
This year we wanted to celebrate him by rocking red and encouraging others to participate by spreading love and acts of kindness... The turn-out was AMAZING! We thank God for all of the family, friends, and even strangers who participated in this day and we look forward to doing it up even bigger and better next year!
Love,
The Josiah Family
for more about our journey, visit: http://stephanierjosiah.blogspot.com
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