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Our Christmas Trees Are Decorated, But Are Our Hearts?

Today, December 1^st, marks the first day of the Advent season. It is a time to reflect anew on the unspeakable wonder of God becoming incarnate, Emmanuel—God with us. Why did God condescend to become a helpless babe in a feeding trough in Bethlehem? Why did He trade the glories of Heaven for ignominy? Because there was no other way by which sinners, who were enemies of God, could be saved from the inescapable and deserving condemnation of His eternal wrath. [Read More]

By Angelique McGlotten|December 1st, 2015|Categories: Eternal Significance, Overcoming Busyness, Purposeful Living|Tags: Advent season, Christmas, God's great love, God's immeasurable love, Gratitude, Joy, worship|0 Comments

Beautiful Inspiration

“To Love You Back” (by Jamie Grace) clearly speaks to what really matters…something that is of eternal significance.

“How great is the love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are!…” I John 3:1

Enjoy!

To Love You Back

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