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To Us A Child Is Born, To Us A Son Is Given

Posted on December 24, 2011 by Marji "Mike" Kruger

According to the “World Book Dictionary” definition of the verb incarnate is “embody; to put into an actual form; realize.” The “Doubleday Dictionary” defines it as “to give bodily form to.” The idea is that to incarnate is to bring … Continue reading →

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The Ultimate Re-Arranger of Life

Posted on December 22, 2011 by Marji "Mike" Kruger

Christmas reminds us that God is the ultimate re-arranger of lives. God radically rearranged Mary’s life when the angel, Gabriel, visited her. She probably was just entering her teen years. She was looking forward to marriage, to settling down, and … Continue reading →

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The Greatest Gift of All

Posted on December 21, 2011 by Marji "Mike" Kruger

For God so loved. . . His love is immutable, incomprehensible, immeasurable, impartial, and irresistible. His love is a source of strength and a stronghold in times of trouble. His love is faithful, flowing, fulfilling, final, forgiving, and forever. His … Continue reading →

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The Light of Men

Posted on December 19, 2011 by Marji "Mike" Kruger

In him was life, and that life was the light of men. The true light that gives light to every man was coming into the world. (NIV) John 1:4 & 9 During Christmas time in America the lights are on. … Continue reading →

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Symbols of Christmas: Holly

Posted on December 15, 2011 by Marji "Mike" Kruger

But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was upon him, and by his wounds we are healed. (NIV) Isaiah 53:5 Christmas is full of symbols. Holly, the Christmas … Continue reading →

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