Tag Archives: Christmas

Christmas Faith: Joseph

Posted on December 13, 2011 by Marji "Mike" Kruger

. . . an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream and said, “Joseph son of David, do not be afraid to take Mary home as your wife, because what is conceived in her is from the … Continue reading →

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Symbols of Christmas: Candy Canes

Posted on December 12, 2011 by Marji "Mike" Kruger

The candy cane was first made by a candymaker from Indiana, USA, who wanted it to be a witness to Christ. He started with a stick of white, hard candy. White which symbolizes purity, pointed to the virgin birth and … Continue reading →

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Wonderful Counselor

Posted on December 6, 2011 by Marji "Mike" Kruger

For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. (NIV) Isaiah 9:6 A Wonderful … Continue reading →

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Symbols of Christmas: The Advent Wreath

Posted on December 5, 2011 by Marji "Mike" Kruger

When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” (NIV) John 8:12 The Advent wreath is a Christmas … Continue reading →

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Prepare the Way!

Posted on December 4, 2011 by Marji "Mike" Kruger

Prepare the way for the Lord, make straight paths for him. (NIV) Mark 1:3 This Sunday is the the second week of advent. Centuries before Christ’s birth, God told the people of Israel that He was sending a Redeemer. And … Continue reading →

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