Monthly Archives: December 2025

Understanding Revelation 17: The Fall of a Seductive World System

Revelation 17 is one of the most vivid and symbol-heavy chapters in the Bible. At first glance, it can feel confusing, even unsettling. But like the rest of Revelation, its purpose is not to frighten faithful believers—it is to unmask … Continue reading

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What Did Jesus Say About Money?

Few topics are addressed as directly—and as often—by Jesus as money. In fact, Jesus spoke more about money and possessions than about heaven or hell. Why? Because He understood something we often resist admitting: money has a unique power to … Continue reading

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Why People All Over the Earth Celebrate the Birth of Jesus

Every year, across continents and cultures, billions of people pause to celebrate the birth of Jesus. From candlelit cathedrals to simple homes, from grand concerts to quiet family gatherings, Christmas is marked in ways both joyful and reverent. But why … Continue reading

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“Peace on Earth to Those With Whom God Is Pleased”

Few phrases in the Christmas story are quoted more often—and misunderstood more—than the angels’ declaration in Luke 2: “Glory to God in the highest heaven,and on earth peace to those with whom God is pleased.” At first glance, it sounds … Continue reading

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Lessons We Can Learn from the Life of Nehemiah

The book of Nehemiah is not just a story about rebuilding a wall—it is a masterclass in leadership, prayer, courage, and faithfulness. Nehemiah was not a prophet or a priest. He was a cupbearer serving in the court of a … Continue reading

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The Four Songs of Christmas

How God Announced the Coming of Jesus Through Worship The Christmas story is not only told through angels, shepherds, and a manger—it is sung. Before Jesus ever speaks a word, heaven and earth break into song. Luke’s Gospel, in particular, … Continue reading

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The Night God Came Near

Luke 2 tells one of the most familiar stories in Scripture. Because we’ve heard it so often, it’s easy to miss how startling it really is. This is not just the birth of a baby—it is the moment God stepped … Continue reading

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The Song of Moses and the Song of the Lamb

(Revelation 15:2–4) John gives us a breathtaking glimpse of heaven in Revelation 15. He sees God’s people standing victorious, holding harps given to them by God, and singing a song that spans the entire story of redemption: “They were singing … Continue reading

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Lessons from Mordecai: Faithful Living in Unseen Places

(From the Book of Esther) Mordecai is one of the quiet heroes of Scripture. He never performs a miracle, never preaches a sermon, and never receives public recognition at first. Yet the book of Esther makes it clear: God used … Continue reading

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Restoring My First Love

At 70 years old, I didn’t expect to be saying this—but this past year has been one of the Top 10 years of my life. What makes that even more surprising is how the year began. It didn’t start with … Continue reading

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