Unravel the perplexing act of Jesus cursing a barren fig tree, a moment that offers profound insights into expectations, purpose, and our own spiritual growth. From the pressing urge Jesus conveyed in the days leading to his crucifixion to the cultural significance of the fig tree in ancient Israel, this sermon promises to enrich your understanding of biblical teachings and their application to our daily lives.

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Witness the unyielding passion of Jesus as He confronts the corruption rampant in the temple, juxtaposed with His immediate tenderness towards the afflicted. This sermon delves into the dual nature of Jesus's mission—His righteous indignation against exploitation and His boundless compassion for humanity.

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Walk with us through the streets of Jerusalem as we retrace the steps of Jesus during the most critical week in Christian history. Our exploration begins with the sound of palm branches rustling and cries of "Hosanna" as Jesus makes his triumphal entry, an act heavy with prophetic fulfillment.

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Have you ever felt a sense of desperation so profound that you would do anything for change? Join me, Pastor Larry, as we conclude our exploration of Matthew chapter 20 and find out how two blind men's encounter with Jesus teaches us about the transformative power of persistence in faith.

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Explore the intersection of faith and professional life, discussing the challenges and rewards of upholding one's spirituality in leadership roles. Learn how personal beliefs can be a guiding force in the workplace and how men of faith are redefining success by embracing the teachings of Jesus.

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Through a vibrant recounting of an Easter service, we traverse the emotions stirred by the empty tomb and the transformative impact it has on those who feel buried by life's trials. The concept of "tomb psychology," as introduced by Pope Francis, becomes a focal point, challenging us to rise above the metaphorical graves of our hopes and dreams to embrace the light of new beginnings.

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Have you ever felt a tug in your heart when seeking recognition or favor, not just for yourself but for those you love? We wrestle with this human experience as we unpack the story of Zebedee's sons' mother in Matthew 20:20-23, where her request to Jesus reveals our complex desires for control and honor. Together, we'll explore the cultural backdrop of her plea, Jesus' profound response about the nature of His kingdom, and how surrendering our ambitions can lead to a deeper alignment with God's will.

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Why did Jesus have to die? This profound question taps into the core of Christian faith and humanity's narrative, a tale of creation, fall, and redemption. As we journey through the scriptures, beginning with the book of Matthew, we delve into the crucial role of Jesus's sacrifice for humankind. Together, we'll navigate the ancient traditions of atonement, exploring how they reveal God's enduring love and desire for reconciliation with us.

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Venture with us through the challenging teachings of Jesus, as laid out in the Book of Matthew, where the parable of the Kingdom of Heaven and the landowner turns our notions of fairness on their head. This narrative challenges us to grapple with God's lavish grace, a grace that is as confounding as it is comforting.

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This sermon peels back the layers of our relationship with money, using the lessons from Matthew 19 to question whether it's become an idol in our culture. We draw parallels between Hernando Cortez's drastic act of ship-burning and the radical decision to follow Jesus, urging you to contemplate the influence wealth holds over your life.

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Have you ever felt the weight of your possessions tethering you to the ground, making the ascent to spiritual fulfillment seem like an insurmountable climb? Join us in an eye-opening discussion where we explore the rich young man's encounter with Jesus from the book of Matthew, illuminating the modern-day dilemmas of wealth, desire, and spiritual commitment.

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Have you ever stood at the crossroads of wealth and spirituality, wondering which path leads to true fulfillment? Within our latest spiritual exploration, we uncover the transformative lessons from the tale of the rich young ruler, as depicted in Matthew 19:16-22. Our pastoral team shares intimate discussions on the tug-of-war between completing tasks for satisfaction and the higher calling to live out our faith in Jesus Christ.

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Have you ever considered the sheer power of truly understanding the needs of those around you? We're opening our hearts in a candid conversation about the struggles that keep us awake at night, both for believers and non-believers alike. As we navigate the profound messages in Matthew 19:13-15, we're taking a closer look at the impact of childhood experiences on our self-worth and the all-encompassing embrace Jesus offers, especially to those who have felt marginalized or undervalued.

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Navigating the complexities of divorce from a Christian perspective, we bring to light the tender intersection of faith, heartache, and the quest for healing in this powerful episode. Join us as we delve into Christ's teachings from Matthew 19, unraveling the intricacies of marriage and the wrenching reality of its dissolution. Our conversation ventures beyond the surface, offering a profound examination of the biblical stance on divorce and the imperative to provide compassionate support and growth for those walking through this valley of desolation.

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Have you ever grappled with the weight of forgiveness and the chains of resentment and wondered how to let go honestly? Our exploration of Matthew 18 culminates in a robust discussion on forgiveness, where Jesus' parable of the unmerciful servant acts as our guide.

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Walking alongside Jesus in our daily endeavors, have you ever wondered what it feels like to have your spirit's dwelling place expand and transform? This week, we invite you to a heartwarming sermon of reflections that venture deep into the essence of being truly present with Jesus and carrying His grace in every corner of our lives.

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When a bingo game at a wedding I officiated led to a full-blown conflict with another pastor, my journey into the heart of conflict resolution in the Christian community began. This sermon brings to light the challenges and opportunities we face when addressing conflict and sin within our churches. Through personal stories and biblical exploration, we discuss how to approach these delicate situations with grace, aiming for restoration rather than punishment.

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Have you ever pondered the true essence of greatness within a spiritual community? Join us on a compelling journey through Matthew 18, where we unravel Jesus' radical teachings on community and authority, shattering the disciples' and our preconceptions along the way. We dissect core concepts like childlike humility, servanthood, and the upside-down kingdom Jesus envisioned—a realm where the least become the greatest.

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Embark on a transformative spiritual odyssey with us at Northgate as we introduce a renewed vision to guide the hearts of the unchurched, the anti-churched, and the de-churched.

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Amidst the light-hearted banter, we pay homage to the cherished ritual of Christmas Eve services and the timeless story that continues to inspire hearts year after year.

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When my daughter held up her tiny finger and asked for a pinky promise, I didn't realize it would spark a journey into the heart of trust and anticipation. That simple, childlike gesture opened the door to this episode's reflection on the profound significance of promises, both in our daily lives and within the sacred timeline of Advent. We'll share stories that reveal how the commitments we make mirror the hopeful expectancy of biblical covenants and the promises fulfilled through Jesus's coming. Let's embrace this Advent season with an eye on the lessons of fidelity and hope that our own promises teach us.

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Get ready to unravel the magic of Christmas with us as we turn the pages back 2000 years. We're taking you on a journey to discover the true essence of Christmas, and it's not just about decorating trees and singing carols. It's a time when we acknowledge our weaknesses, and embrace our need for a savior. We'll reflect on the joy of the season, discuss our winter extravaganza, Christmas Eve service, and that heartwarming caroling event you absolutely don't want to miss!

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We're on a journey together. It is a journey to understand the faithfulness of God and the astonishing power of our individual stories. Imagine the impact you could make on the people around you by sharing your journey of faith. That's what we're delving into today - the divine faithfulness that forms the backbone of our existence and the strength we derive from sharing our extraordinary narratives.

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Do you ever feel like you're leading a double life, burying secrets that are eating away at your soul's health? Join us on a soul-searching journey as we share a stirring tale of duplicity and redemption, navigating the spiritual depths of Romans chapters 1-11. We're going to challenge the common notion of turning to God only in times of distress, arguing instead that complete surrender to the Lord can fortify our bond with Him and serve as a protective shield against life's secrets and trials.

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We practice what is called, Believer's Baptism. Water Baptism is a one-time act of a follower of Jesus Christ. (See Acts 2:41) Baptism is a beginning point not an end goal. We encourage baptism as one of the first acts of discipleship. It's never too soon. If you haven't been baptized yet, it's never too late.

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What if you could uncover the root of your disbelief in God? How would it feel to face those inner fears and conflicts that have distanced you from faith? Today, we're guiding you through a labyrinth of self-reflection, examining the reasons why some people step away from faith.

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Do you trust the Bible fully? Are you sure that the translations haven't distorted the original message? Let's clear all your doubts in this captivating discussion with the Dean of the Pacific Christian College at Hope International University Dr. Carl Toney. We promise an enlightening journey into the authenticity and reliability of the Bible, beginning with the scripture's own testimony of its authority.

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Ever pondered the question, is Jesus really God? A question as complex as it is controversial, we tackle this head on in our latest episode. With a careful examination of the New Testament and a deep dive into first-century Jewish history, we seek to decode Jesus's claims of divinity in a context that his contemporaries would understand.

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Journey with us as we delve into the bold 'I Am' statements from the gospel of John. Through these powerful declarations, we uncover the exclusivity and inclusivity in Jesus' teachings and what that means for us in the modern world.

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Have you ever grappled with the character of God amidst pain and suffering? We've been there. This sermon dives headfirst into that uncharted territory. Unfurling the layers through enlightening discussions and personal stories, we ponder the nature and character of God, His revelation through His word and spirit, and the expectations we can harbor when we open up to His existence.

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Ever wondered about the universe's origin? Have you ever grappled with the fundamental question of God's existence? We're about to take a deep dive into this eternal question, exploring differing perspectives from around the Bay Area, and examining the delicate dance between faith and reason. Join us as we traverse the impact of our belief systems on our worldviews.

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Why do we matter? What purpose do our lives hold? Join us on a profound exploration of these existential questions, where we pull back the layers of our existence and grapple with the concept of purpose. Dive headfirst into the deep end with us as we discuss the unappealing idea for many of being a means to an end, and how the mere act of asking "why?" can lead to a desire to be remembered.

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Imagine if you could explore the deepest mysteries of faith in a supportive, open-minded environment. How would it feel to unlock the profound wisdom of the scriptures, and let it guide your everyday life? That's exactly what we've been up to on our transformative, seven-week journey - Explore God.

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Ever observed the unadulterated faith and boundless energy of children and wished you could have a slice of that pie? Well, it turns out, Jesus urges us to do just that! In this enriching sermon, we journey together through the spiritual landscape of childlikeness in the kingdom of heaven. We’ll discuss Jesus’ command to become like children and parse its profound implications beyond mere humility. Drawing from Pastor Larry's own personal experiences, including an intriguing experiment with his children, we’ll introspect on the pure, unconscious faith of children and their ability to question without cynicism.

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Have you ever pondered on the spiritual implications of death and new life? We explore this profound topic, reflecting on the hope we find in Jesus' death on the cross. The gospel offers us access to God's throne of grace and mercy, and through death, we are reborn into a refreshed existence. We also dive into the idea of conflict and its potential to bring clarity in our lives.

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Ever questioned the potency of prayer or how faith can transform desperate situations? What's holding you back from having a deeper relationship with God? We unpack these spiritual conundrums in today's enlightening podcast episode. Starting with a heartfelt invitation to you, our dear listeners, to join us on a spiritual expedition as we participate in the "Explore God" campaign. This unique initiative aims to facilitate arenas for individuals to ask life's big questions and explore their faith. Don't miss out on this transformative opportunity!

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The power of passion—what it is and what it's not. You'll find out why it's more than a fleeting emotion and how it can be the driving force in glorifying Jesus in every aspect of our lives. We'll explore how calling down Heaven for our people is an act of passion and how embracing any role in God's story should not be something we fear.

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Ever tasted Kellogg's Corn Flakes for the first time? That's what we equate to understanding Jesus on a personal level. As we gear up for a new academic year, let's remember to feed not only our physical bodies but our spiritual ones too. We'll discuss the thrill and apprehension that accompanies a return to school. We also extend a heartfelt prayer for our educators, students, and college-goers, and emphasize the importance of nurturing their spiritual growth. We invite you to Taste Jesus, be uplifted in hope, and swathed in love.

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Remember when your child took their first steps? Or when they stammered out their first words? Time, as they say, waits for no one, and this week, our conversation with Dr. Jim Burns explores the 936 weeks that shape a child into an adult. It's a swift, unforgettable journey, and we discuss the necessity of cherishing every moment, even as we grapple with the everyday challenges of parenting.

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Do you ever feel like there's something missing in the endless swiping and the first-date small talk? Brace yourself, as we're about to upend the status quo, and navigate the complexities of dating and relationships with patience and maturity. We're dissecting the trials and tribulations of the current dating scene and online dating while equipping you with effective strategies to establish clear communication, set boundaries, and respect the values of others.

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Ever sat down and truly pondered the biblical perspective of marriage? Here's an illuminating conversation that does just that. We take you on a journey exploring how the ancient world saw marriage as a means to economic stability and how that contrasts with today's notion of romantic fulfillment. But, the biblical perspective offers something even more profound - marriage as a path to holiness, preparing us for Heaven.

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Ever stop to ponder just how powerful your words can be? How even the seemingly minor utterances can cause the greatest ripple effects? Join us and our dear friend, John Scott, as we dissect this intriguing concept, drawing wisdom from the profound book of Proverbs and John's personal experiences. We dive into the potency of pausing before speaking and the potential havoc that can be wreaked by our words if not tamed.

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Ready to revolutionize your understanding of communication? Come with us on a journey that stretches from the dawn of the iPhone era to uncovering age-old modes of communication. Together, we'll unlock the mysteries hidden in the words we utter and the silences we keep, guided by the wisdom in scriptures such as James 1:19-20 and James 3:3-6.

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Ever wondered why marriage, as age-old a tradition as it is, seems to be quickly fading away in modern times? This week, we're taking a magnifying glass to the mission and purpose of marriage, as seen through the lens of scripture and modern societal changes. Our conversation delves into the shift in attitudes towards marriage, the rise in cohabitation, and how a deeper understanding of the mission of marriage can offer valuable insights for enhancing relationships, regardless of your marital status.

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What is the real meaning behind Jesus' call to deny ourselves, take up our cross, and follow Him? In this thought-provoking sermon, we wrap up our journey through Matthew 16 and explore how words like "friend" and "follow" have been redefined in today's social media-driven world. We'll discuss the significance of Peter's confession of Jesus as the Messiah, and consider the implications of Jesus' call to follow Him in a world constantly shifting its values and definitions.

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As we navigate through life's challenges, we learn to trust in God's goodness and eternal perspective. By reflecting on our relationships and faith, we can grow closer to Jesus and better understand His mission for our lives. So join us in this powerful exploration and let's grow together in our relationships and faith.

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Have you ever considered the complexities of relationships and the challenges they pose to our faith? Join us as we explore Matthew 16 and discuss the powerful message of Peter's declaration of Jesus as the Messiah and the Son of God.

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Venture into the depths of Matthew 16:1-12 and unravel the cryptic tale of doubt and disbelief. Witness the Pharisees and Sadducees, blind to the signs, questioning the very presence of the Messiah. As the enigmatic teachings of Jesus unfold, secrets lie in wait, urging you to ponder: Have we, too, overlooked the divine in our quest for worldly validations? Prepare to embark on a thought-provoking journey, where the echoes of this age-old inquiry resonate with startling relevance. Can we miss Jesus? The answer awaits, hidden amidst the pages of ancient wisdom.

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In a world burdened by doubt and despair, a glimmer of hope emerges, like a distant flicker in the night. It is a story of compassion and provision, echoing through the ages. Matthew 15:29-39 unveils a profound truth: that amidst the chaos, there exists a boundless source of hope. Join us on a transformative journey as we witness the miraculous unfold, discovering what truly sustains us and rekindles the flame of hope within our hearts.

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From there Jesus took a trip to Tyre and Sidon. They had hardly arrived when a Canaanite woman came down from the hills and pleaded, “Mercy, Master, Son of David! My daughter is cruelly afflicted by an evil spirit.”

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Have you ever come on anything quite like this extravagant generosity of God, this deep, deep wisdom? It’s way over our heads. We’ll never figure it out. Is there anyone around who can explain God? Anyone smart enough to tell him what to do? Anyone who has done him such a huge favor that God has to ask his advice?

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Pharisees and religion scholars came to Jesus all the way from Jerusalem, criticizing, “Why do your disciples play fast and loose with the rules?” But Jesus put it right back on them. “Why do you use your rules to play fast and loose with God’s commands?

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At about four o’clock in the morning, Jesus came toward them walking on the water. They were scared to death. “A ghost!” they said, crying out in terror. But Jesus was quick to comfort them. “Courage, it’s me. Don’t be afraid.” Peter, suddenly bold, said, “Master, if it’s really you, call me to come to you on the water.” He said, “Come ahead.”

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“All we have are five loaves of bread and two fish,” they said. Jesus said, “Bring them here.” Then he had the people sit on the grass. He took the five loaves and two fish, lifted his face to heaven in prayer, blessed, broke, and gave the bread to the disciples. The disciples then gave the food to the congregation. They all ate their fill. They gathered twelve baskets of leftovers. About five thousand were fed.

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At about this time, Herod, the regional ruler, heard what was being said about Jesus. He said to his servants, “This has to be John the Baptizer come back from the dead. That’s why he’s able to work miracles!”

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Early in the morning on the first day of the week, while it was still dark, Mary Magdalene came to the tomb and saw that the stone was moved away from the entrance. She ran at once to Simon Peter and the other disciple, the one Jesus loved, gasping for breath. “They took the Master from the tomb. We don’t know where they’ve put him.”

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"God’s kingdom is like a fishnet cast into the sea, catching all kinds of fish. When it is full, it is hauled onto the beach. The good fish are picked out and put in a tub; those unfit to eat are thrown away. That’s how it will be when the curtain comes down on history. The angels will come and cull the bad fish and throw them in the garbage. There will be a lot of desperate complaining, but it won’t do any good.”

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The farmer who sows the pure seed is the Son of Man. The field is the world, the pure seeds are subjects of the kingdom, the thistles are subjects of the Devil, and the enemy who sows them is the Devil. The harvest is the end of the age, the curtain of history. The harvest hands are angels.

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Another story. “God’s kingdom is like an acorn that a farmer plants. It is quite small as seeds go, but in the course of years it grows into a huge oak tree, and eagles build nests in it.” Another story. “God’s kingdom is like yeast that a woman works into the dough for dozens of loaves of barley bread—and waits while the dough rises.”

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He told another story. “God’s kingdom is like a farmer who planted good seed in his field. That night, while his hired men were asleep, his enemy sowed thistles all through the wheat and slipped away before dawn. When the first green shoots appeared and the grain began to form, the thistles showed up, too.

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The disciples came up and asked, “Why do you tell stories?” Jesus replied, “You’ve been given insight into God’s kingdom. You know how it works. Not everybody has this gift, this insight; it hasn’t been given to them. Whenever someone has a ready heart for this, the insights and understandings flow freely. But if there is no readiness, any trace of receptivity soon disappears. That’s why I tell stories: to create readiness, to nudge the people toward a welcome awakening.

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"Who do you think my mother and brothers are?” Jesus then stretched out his hand toward his disciples. “Look closely. These are my mother and brothers. Obedience is thicker than blood. The person who obeys my heavenly Father’s will is my brother and sister and mother.”

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A few religion scholars and Pharisees cornered Jesus. “Teacher, we want to see your credentials. Give us some hard evidence that God is in this. How about a miracle?”

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If you grow a healthy tree, you’ll pick healthy fruit. If you grow a diseased tree, you’ll pick worm-eaten fruit. The fruit tells you about the tree.

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Next a poor demon-afflicted wretch, both blind and deaf, was set down before him. Jesus healed him, gave him his sight and hearing. The people who saw it were impressed—“This has to be the Son of David!” But the Pharisees, when they heard the report, were cynical. “Black magic,” they said. “Some devil trick he’s pulled from his sleeve.”

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Jesus, knowing they were out to get him, moved on. A lot of people followed him, and he healed them all. He also cautioned them to keep it quiet, following guidelines set down by Isaiah: Look well at my handpicked servant; I love him so much, take such delight in him. I’ve placed my Spirit on him; he’ll decree justice to the nations. But he won’t yell, won’t raise his voice; there’ll be no commotion in the streets. He won’t walk over anyone’s feelings, won’t push you into a corner. Before you know it, his justice will triumph; the mere sound of his name will signal hope, even among far-off unbelievers.

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When Jesus left the field, he entered their meeting place. There was a man there with a crippled hand. They said to Jesus, “Is it legal to heal on the Sabbath?” They were baiting him. He replied, “Is there a person here who, finding one of your lambs fallen into a ravine, wouldn’t, even though it was a Sabbath, pull it out? Surely kindness to people is as legal as kindness to animals!”

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One Sabbath, Jesus was strolling with his disciples through a field of ripe grain. Hungry, the disciples were pulling off the heads of grain and munching on them. Some Pharisees reported them to Jesus: “Your disciples are breaking the Sabbath rules!”

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“Are you tired? Worn out? Burned out on religion? Come to me. Get away with me and you’ll recover your life. I’ll show you how to take a real rest. Walk with me and work with me—watch how I do it. Learn the unforced rhythms of grace. I won’t lay anything heavy or ill-fitting on you. Keep company with me and you’ll learn to live freely and lightly.”

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The word peace is the Hebrew word shalom which means completeness or well being. Jesus did not come just to end wars, but to make us complete by saving us from our sinfulness.

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The word peace is the Hebrew word shalom which means completeness or well being. Jesus did not come just to end wars, but to make us complete by saving us from our sinfulness.

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The angels appeared to the shepherds in the fields nearby to announce that a baby has been born in a manger. The angels describe Jesus' birth as “good news of great joy” because he came to be our Savior!

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Advent is about faith and waiting. What are you waiting on God for this year? Remember the years of silence as God's people waited for the Messiah.

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Join us as we get updates from the missions that you help from around the world. Their work and dedication to their ministries is helping bring others to Jesus Christ daily.

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Worship is the response of the whole being—heart, soul, mind, strength—to beholding God’s glory. It is enabled by the Holy Spirit.

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Next Jesus unleashed on the cities where he had worked the hardest but whose people had responded the least, shrugging their shoulders and going their own way. “Doom to you, Chorazin! Doom, Bethsaida! If Tyre and Sidon had seen half of the powerful miracles you have seen, they would have been on their knees in a minute. At Judgment Day they’ll get off easy compared to you.”

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For a long time now people have tried to force themselves into God’s kingdom. But if you read the books of the Prophets and God’s Law closely, you will see them culminate in John, teaming up with him in preparing the way for the Messiah of the kingdom.

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When John’s disciples left to report, Jesus started talking to the crowd about John. “What did you expect when you went out to see him in the wild? A weekend camper? Hardly. What then? A sheik in silk pajamas? Not in the wilderness, not by a long shot. What then? A prophet? That’s right, a prophet! Probably the best prophet you’ll ever hear. He is the prophet that Malachi announced when he wrote, ‘I’m sending my prophet ahead of you, to make the road smooth for you.’

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When Jesus finished placing this charge before his twelve disciples, he went on to teach and preach in their villages. John, meanwhile, had been locked up in prison. When he got wind of what Jesus was doing, he sent his own disciples to ask, “Are you the One we’ve been expecting, or are we still waiting?”

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We practice what is called, Believer's Baptism. Water Baptism is a one-time act of a follower of Jesus Christ. (See Acts 2:41) Baptism is a beginning point not an end goal. We encourage baptism as one of the first acts of discipleship. It's never too soon. If you haven't been baptized yet, it's never too late.

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We are intimately linked in this harvest work. Anyone who accepts what you do, accepts me, the One who sent you. Anyone who accepts what I do accepts my Father, who sent me. Accepting a messenger of God is as good as being God’s messenger. Accepting someone’s help is as good as giving someone help. This is a large work I’ve called you into, but don’t be overwhelmed by it. It’s best to start small. Give a cool cup of water to someone who is thirsty, for instance. The smallest act of giving or receiving makes you a true apprentice. You won’t lose out on a thing.”

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If your first concern is to look after yourself, you’ll never find yourself. But if you forget about yourself and look to me, you’ll find both yourself and me.

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Don’t be intimidated. Eventually everything is going to be out in the open, and everyone will know how things really are. So don’t hesitate to go public now. Don’t be bluffed into silence by the threats of bullies. There’s nothing they can do to your soul, your core being. Save your fear for God, who holds your entire life—body and soul—in his hands.

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When people realize it is the living God you are presenting and not some idol that makes them feel good, they are going to turn on you, even people in your own family. There is a great irony here: proclaiming so much love, experiencing so much hate! But don’t quit. Don’t cave in. It is all well worth it in the end. It is not success you are after in such times but survival. Be survivors! Before you’ve run out of options, the Son of Man will have arrived.

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When people realize it is the living God you are presenting and not some idol that makes them feel good, they are going to turn on you, even people in your own family.

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Jesus sent his twelve harvest hands out with this charge: “Don’t begin by traveling to some far-off place to convert unbelievers. And don’t try to be dramatic by tackling some public enemy. Go to the lost, confused people right here in the neighborhood. Tell them that the kingdom is here. Bring health to the sick. Raise the dead. Touch the untouchables. Kick out the demons. You have been treated generously, so live generously.

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The prayer was no sooner prayed than it was answered. Jesus called twelve of his followers and sent them into the ripe fields. He gave them power to kick out the evil spirits and to tenderly care for the bruised and hurt lives. This is the list of the twelve he sent: Simon (they called him Peter, or “Rock”), Andrew, his brother, James, Zebedee’s son, John, his brother, Philip, Bartholomew, Thomas, Matthew, the tax man, James, son of Alphaeus, Thaddaeus, Simon, the Canaanite, Judas Iscariot (who later turned on him).

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As Jesus left the house, he was followed by two blind men crying out, “Mercy, Son of David! Mercy on us!” When Jesus got home, the blind men went in with him. Jesus said to them, “Do you really believe I can do this?” They said, “Why, yes, Master!” He touched their eyes and said, “Become what you believe.” It happened. They saw. Then Jesus became very stern. “Don’t let a soul know how this happened.” But they were hardly out the door before they started blabbing it to everyone they met.

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As Jesus went on from there, two blind men followed him, calling out, “Have mercy on us, Son of David!” When he had gone indoors, the blind men came to him, and he asked them, “Do you believe that I am able to do this?” “Yes, Lord,” they replied. Then he touched their eyes and said, “According to your faith let it be done to you”; and their sight was restored. Jesus warned them sternly, “See that no one knows about this.” But they went out and spread the news about him all over that region.

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Just then a woman who had hemorrhaged for twelve years slipped in from behind and lightly touched his robe. She was thinking to herself, “If I can just put a finger on his robe, I’ll get well.” Jesus turned—caught her at it. Then he reassured her: “Courage, daughter. You took a risk of faith, and now you’re well.” The woman was well from then on.

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A little later John’s followers approached, asking, “Why is it that we and the Pharisees rigorously discipline body and spirit by fasting, but your followers don’t?” Jesus told them, “When you’re celebrating a wedding, you don’t skimp on the cake and wine. You feast. Later you may need to exercise moderation, but not now. No one throws cold water on a friendly bonfire. This is Kingdom Come!”

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Passing along, Jesus saw a man at his work collecting taxes. His name was Matthew. Jesus said, “Come along with me.” Matthew stood up and followed him. Later when Jesus was eating supper at Matthew’s house with his close followers, a lot of disreputable characters came and joined them. When the Pharisees saw him keeping this kind of company, they had a fit, and lit into Jesus’ followers.

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Back in the boat, Jesus and the disciples recrossed the sea to Jesus’ hometown. They were hardly out of the boat when some men carried a paraplegic on a stretcher and set him down in front of them. Jesus, impressed by their bold belief, said to the paraplegic, “Cheer up, son. I forgive your sins.” Some religion scholars whispered, “Why, that’s blasphemy!”

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They landed in the country of the Gadarenes and were met by two madmen, victims of demons, coming out of the cemetery. The men had terrorized the region for so long that no one considered it safe to walk down that stretch of road anymore. Seeing Jesus, the madmen screamed out, “What business do you have giving us a hard time? You’re the Son of God! You weren’t supposed to show up here yet!” Off in the distance a herd of pigs was grazing and rooting. The evil spirits begged Jesus, “If you kick us out of these men, let us live in the pigs.”

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Then he got in the boat, his disciples with him. The next thing they knew, they were in a severe storm. Waves were crashing into the boat—and he was sound asleep! They roused him, pleading, “Master, save us! We’re going down!” Jesus reprimanded them. “Why are you such cowards, such faint-hearts?” Then he stood up and told the wind to be silent, the sea to quiet down: “Silence!” The sea became smooth as glass. The men rubbed their eyes, astonished. “What’s going on here? Wind and sea stand up and take notice at his command!”

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When Jesus saw that a curious crowd was growing by the minute, he told his disciples to get him out of there to the other side of the lake. As they left, a religion scholar asked if he could go along. “I’ll go with you, wherever,” he said. Jesus was curt: “Are you ready to rough it? We’re not staying in the best inns, you know.” Another follower said, “Master, excuse me for a couple of days, please. I have my father’s funeral to take care of.” Jesus refused. “First things first. Your business is life, not death. Follow me. Pursue life.

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This man is the vanguard of many outsiders who will soon be coming from all directions—streaming in from the east, pouring in from the west, sitting down at God’s kingdom banquet alongside Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. Then those who grew up ‘in the faith’ but had no faith will find themselves out in the cold, outsiders to grace and wondering what happened.” Then Jesus turned to the captain and said, “Go. What you believed could happen has happened.” At that moment his servant became well.

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Jesus came down the mountain with the cheers of the crowd still ringing in his ears. Then a leper appeared and dropped to his knees before Jesus, praying, “Master, if you want to, you can heal my body.” Jesus reached out and touched him, saying, “I want to. Be clean.” Then and there, all signs of the leprosy were gone. Jesus said, “Don’t talk about this all over town. Just quietly present your healed body to the priest, along with the appropriate expressions of thanks to God. Your cleansed and grateful life, not your words, will bear witness to what I have done.”

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These words I speak to you are not incidental additions to your life, homeowner improvements to your standard of living. They are foundational words, words to build a life on. If you work these words into your life, you are like a smart carpenter who built his house on solid rock. Rain poured down, the river flooded, a tornado hit—but nothing moved that house. It was fixed to the rock.

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Be wary of false preachers who smile a lot, dripping with practiced sincerity. Chances are they are out to rip you off some way or other. Don’t be impressed with charisma; look for character. Who preachers are is the main thing, not what they say. A genuine leader will never exploit your emotions or your pocketbook. These diseased trees with their bad apples are going to be chopped down and burned.

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Don’t pick on people, jump on their failures, criticize their faults—unless, of course, you want the same treatment. That critical spirit has a way of boomeranging. It’s easy to see a smudge on your neighbor’s face and be oblivious to the ugly sneer on your own.

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You can’t worship two gods at once. Loving one god, you’ll end up hating the other. Adoration of one feeds contempt for the other. You can’t worship God and Money both.

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This is your Father you are dealing with, and he knows better than you what you need. With a God like this loving you, you can pray very simply. Like this: Our Father in heaven, Reveal who you are. Set the world right; Do what’s best—as above, so below.

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The world is full of so-called prayer warriors who are prayer-ignorant. They’re full of formulas and programs and advice, peddling techniques for getting what you want from God. Don’t fall for that nonsense. This is your Father you are dealing with, and he knows better than you what you need. With a God like this loving you, you can pray very simply.

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Be especially careful when you are trying to be good so that you don’t make a performance out of it. It might be good theater, but the God who made you won’t be applauding.

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“Why are you looking for the Living One in a cemetery? He is not here, but raised up. Remember how he told you when you were still back in Galilee that he had to be handed over to sinners, be killed on a cross, and in three days rise up?” Then they remembered Jesus’ words.

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When someone gives you a hard time, respond with the supple moves of prayer, for then you are working out of your true selves, your God-created selves. This is what God does. He gives his best—the sun to warm and the rain to nourish—to everyone, regardless: the good and bad, the nice and nasty. If all you do is love the lovable, do you expect a bonus?

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“Here’s another old saying that deserves a second look: ‘Eye for eye, tooth for tooth.’ Is that going to get us anywhere? Here’s what I propose: ‘Don’t hit back at all.’ If someone strikes you, stand there and take it. If someone drags you into court and sues for the shirt off your back, giftwrap your best coat and make a present of it. And if someone takes unfair advantage of you, use the occasion to practice the servant life. No more tit-for-tat stuff. Live generously.

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“And don’t say anything you don’t mean. This counsel is embedded deep in our traditions. You only make things worse when you lay down a smoke screen of pious talk, saying, ‘I’ll pray for you,’ and never doing it, or saying, ‘God be with you,’ and not meaning it. You don’t make your words true by embellishing them with religious lace. In making your speech sound more religious, it becomes less true. Just say ‘yes’ and ‘no.’ When you manipulate words to get your own way, you go wrong.

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You know the next commandment pretty well, too: ‘Don’t go to bed with another’s spouse.’ But don’t think you’ve preserved your virtue simply by staying out of bed. Your heart can be corrupted by lust even quicker than your body. Those ogling looks you think nobody notices—they also corrupt.

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You’re familiar with the command to the ancients, ‘Do not murder.’ I’m telling you that anyone who is so much as angry with a brother or sister is guilty of murder. Carelessly call a brother ‘idiot!’ and you just might find yourself hauled into court. Thoughtlessly yell ‘stupid!’ at a sister and you are on the brink of hellfire. The simple moral fact is that words kill.

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“Don’t suppose for a minute that I have come to demolish the Scriptures—either God’s Law or the Prophets. I’m not here to demolish but to complete. I am going to put it all together, pull it all together in a vast panorama. God’s Law is more real and lasting than the stars in the sky and the ground at your feet. Long after stars burn out and earth wears out, God’s Law will be alive and working.

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Let me tell you why you are here. You’re here to be salt-seasoning that brings out the God-flavors of this earth. If you lose your saltiness, how will people taste godliness? You’ve lost your usefulness and will end up in the garbage. “Here’s another way to put it: You’re here to be light, bringing out the God-colors in the world.

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“You’re blessed when you can show people how to cooperate instead of compete or fight. That’s when you discover who you really are, and your place in God’s family.

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"You're blessed when you get your inside world—your mind and heart—put right. Then you can see God in the outside world. "You're blessed when you can show people how to cooperate instead of compete or fight. That's when you discover who you really are, and your place in God's family. "You're blessed when your commitment to God provokes persecution. The persecution drives you even deeper into God's kingdom.

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The next time you put on a dinner, don’t just invite your friends and family and rich neighbors, the kind of people who will return the favor. Invite some people who never get invited out, the misfits from the wrong side of the tracks. You’ll be—and experience—a blessing. They won’t be able to return the favor, but the favor will be returned—oh, how it will be returned!—at the resurrection of God’s people.

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I’ve tried everything and nothing helps. I’m at the end of my rope. Is there no one who can do anything for me? Isn’t that the real question? The answer, thank God, is that Jesus Christ can and does. He acted to set things right in this life of contradictions where I want to serve God with all my heart and mind, but am pulled by the influence of sin to do something totally different.

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You’re blessed when you’re at the end of your rope. With less of you there is more of God and his rule.

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You’re blessed when you feel you’ve lost what is most dear to you. Only then can you be embraced by the One most dear to you.

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God's blessings are a description of the fullest life possible for you. Blessed are the poor and spirit for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

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If you are familiar with the Christmas story, know that God did not intend to have the story just end there. It was only made to be the beginning episode one, and God always intended to have you continue the story in your life.

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There were shepherds camping in the neighborhood. They had set night watches over their sheep. Suddenly, God’s angel stood among them and God’s glory blazed around them. They were terrified. The angel said, “Don’t be afraid. I’m here to announce a great and joyful event that is meant for everybody, worldwide: A Savior has just been born in David’s town, a Savior who is Messiah and Master. This is what you’re to look for: a baby wrapped in a blanket and lying in a manger.”

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He was supreme in the beginning and—leading the resurrection parade—he is supreme in the end. From beginning to end he’s there, towering far above everything, everyone. So spacious is he, so roomy, that everything of God finds its proper place in him without crowding. Not only that, but all the broken and dislocated pieces of the universe—people and things, animals and atoms—get properly fixed and fit together in vibrant harmonies, all because of his death, his blood that poured down from the cross.

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Christmas is this season of perpetual hope, except for when it isn't. Sometimes it doesn't feel very hopeful for some of us. In fact, what the Christmas season does is it highlights loss and it highlights what we are missing this year.

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From there he went all over Galilee. He used synagogues for meeting places and taught people the truth of God. God’s kingdom was his theme—that beginning right now they were under God’s government, a good government! He also healed people of their diseases and of the bad effects of their bad lives.

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When Jesus got word that John had been arrested, he returned to Galilee. He moved from his hometown, Nazareth, to the lakeside village Capernaum, nestled at the base of the Zebulun and Naphtali hills.

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For the third test, the Devil took him to the peak of a huge mountain. He gestured expansively, pointing out all the earth’s kingdoms, how glorious they all were. Then he said, “They’re yours—lock, stock, and barrel. Just go down on your knees and worship me, and they’re yours.”

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For the second test the Devil took him to the Holy City. He sat him on top of the Temple and said, “Since you are God’s Son, jump.” The Devil goaded him by quoting Psalm 91: “He has placed you in the care of angels. They will catch you so that you won’t so much as stub your toe on a stone.” Jesus countered with another citation from Deuteronomy: “Don’t you dare test the Lord your God.

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Next Jesus was taken into the wild by the Spirit for the Test. The Devil was ready to give it. Jesus prepared for the Test by fasting forty days and forty nights. That left him, of course, in a state of extreme hunger, which the Devil took advantage of in the first test: “Since you are God’s Son, speak the word that will turn these stones into loaves of bread.”

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The moment Jesus came up out of the baptismal waters, the skies opened up and he saw God’s Spirit—it looked like a dove—descending and landing on him. And along with the Spirit, a voice: “This is my Son, chosen and marked by my love, delight of my life.”

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While Jesus was living in the Galilean hills, John, called “the Baptizer,” was preaching in the desert country of Judea. His message was simple and austere, like his desert surroundings: “Change your life. God’s kingdom is here.”

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While Jesus was living in the Galilean hills, John, called “the Baptizer,” was preaching in the desert country of Judea. His message was simple and austere, like his desert surroundings: “Change your life. God’s kingdom is here.”

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Jesus was born in a town called Bethlehem, in Judea. King Herod ruled Judea at that time. After Jesus was born, some wise men came to Jerusalem from a country in the east. When they arrived there, they asked people, ‘Where is the baby who has been born as the king of the Jews? We saw his special star when it first appeared in the sky. So now we have come here to worship him.’

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Jesus is actually the solution for every problem that we have. He's the one who defies our problems. And he gives us this definition of what true joy is and how we can live and be a people that walk around that are full of joy.

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When he had called together all the people's chief priests and teachers of the law, he asked them where the Messiah was to be born. "In Bethlehem in Judea," they replied, "for this is what the prophet has written: "'But you, Bethlehem, in the land of Judah, are by no means least among the rulers of Judah; for out of you will come a ruler who will shepherd my people, my Israel.'"

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This is how the birth of Jesus the Messiah came about: His mother Mary was pledged to be married to Joseph, but before they came together, she was found to be pregnant through the Holy Spirit. Because Joseph her husband was faithful to the law, and yet did not want to expose her to public disgrace, he had in mind to divorce her quietly.

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One time you decide, you're gonna read through the new Testament. I'm gonna begin at Matthew and you start reading and you said, I don't know who these people are.

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