Luke’s simple, straightforward, unembellished language describes the most profound birth, with the most far-reaching implications, in the history of the world. On a night like any other night, in an obscure village in Israel, unnoticed by the world, a child was born. But while His birth was like that of every other child, the child was unlike any other child ever born, either before or since. For this child was the Son of God, the Lord Jesus Christ, deity in human flesh, Israel’s long-awaited Messiah, the Savior of the World. In His birth God entered human society as an infant; the creator of the universe became a man. As Luke picks up the story of Jesus’ birth, he demonstrates how God sovereignty orchestrated events to bring about a direct fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy. AS we prepare for Christmas tonight and tomorrow, we must remember that God is in the process of making the return of the Lord Jesus Christ, in the world. Like His first coming, it will be like any other day, but that day will change the direction of history forever. Are you ready? Merry Christmas to you all! Enjoy your day, and celebrate God’s arrival and … READ MORE

What are the benefits of reading the Word of God? First, it is the source of truth (John 17:17). People today look everywhere for answers to life, to try to find out what is worth believing and what is not. The source of all truth about God and man, life and death, time and eternity, damnation and salvation, is all found in God’s own Word!. Another benefit is it is the true source of happiness (Luke11:28). No person can be happier than when they discover, accept and obey the Word of God. It gives hope and perspective in the midst of all troubles and trials of life. It also gives direction in our lives (Psalm 119:105). What a privilege it is that God has revealed to us how to serve and please Him. Understanding the Word of God gives us that insight. The final thing I will mention, is that it is the source of victory over our great spiritual enemy – Satan!. Matthew 4 gives us a clear picture of how Jesus gained victory over Satan in his temptation in the wilderness. In all three temptation, Jesus, demonstrated His submission to God, by quoting from the Word of God … READ MORE

As we approach the Word of God we need to be reminded that it is not simply put together by men over time, and therefore, is full of fun stories that are given to give us some measure of instruction. Rather, according to 2 Peter 1:20-21, “holy men of God spoke as they were moved by the Holy Spirit.” We must realize that the Bible does not give us stories to enjoy, it reveals to us the accounts of God in providing salvation to mankind. While the incarnation account is an essential element of that account, everything points to the REASON Jesus came, not WHEN He came. Jesus became the fulfilment of Old Testament prophecy, and is therefore clearly identified by God to be the promised seed of Genesis 3:15. Jesus’ birth is essential as He took on the nature of man, to provide salvation for those who will recognize God’s wonderful gift. Christmas is a special time, when we are reminded that Jesus came in history to provide redemption for those who will receive it. … READ MORE