2011-12-16T11:57:35-05:00 GCI info@gospel.com http://www.gospel.com/feeds/topics/christmas http://internetevangelismday.com/blog/archives/6513 2011-12-16T11:57:35-05:00 In the Celtic Christian tradition, 'thin spaces' are times and places where the spiritual and the natural world intersect – occasions when it is possible to reach out and be touched by God. Christmas, even in our post-christendom world, is such a thin space. http://hutchcraft.com/a-word-with-you/your-most-important-relationship/our-own-little-bethlehem-6505 2011-12-16T09:29:56-05:00 You know, Christmas really is all about a Baby who came to die so we could live. And I will never stop thanking Him that He saw that lost little family in a second floor apartment on the south side of Chicago and sent a missionary - my brother - who never spoke a word to gave us Jesus. http://faithaliveresources.org/Products/154425/christmas-light-splits-the-night.aspx 2011-09-22T14:35:40-05:00 Use this 4- or 5-session study during Advent to remember the strange and wonderful time when light split the night and God became one of us. Optional Advent activities are included. http://faithaliveresources.org/Products/401001/reformed-worship-1-year-subscription-4-issues.aspx 2011-06-08T15:11:14-05:00 This quarterly journal provides practical help with worship planning in the Reformed tradition. RW is now celebrating it's 25th year by offering a special one-year subscription for just $25.00US. http://truewoman.com/?id=1568 2011-03-03T16:14:00-05:00 Elizabeth’s cold barrenness and years of humiliation melted like snow under warming sun as she praised God’s unexpected work in her life. http://truewoman.com/?id=1570 2011-03-03T16:12:45-05:00 Perhaps you struggle with insecurity or feel you have nothing to offer. Take heart, you serve One who seeks those who know they are needy, and who delights in using small and ordinary tasks as preparation for the extraordinary. http://truewoman.com/?id=1567 2011-03-03T16:11:36-05:00 The village children called him Mr. Gloomy. So begins one of my favorite children's Christmas stories, The Christmas Miracle of Jonathan Toomey. I've been reading this to my three-year-old for the last several nights and have had to brush the tears from my eyes more than a few times. http://truewoman.com/?id=1571 2011-03-03T16:10:05-05:00 As I recently wove my way through the mass of mall shoppers, past the long line waiting for Santa’s knee, avoiding the tempting smell of far too expensive coffee, I heard familiar carols blasting overhead: “Angels we have heard on high . . .” And I wondered, What are the angels doing this Christmas? http://truewoman.com/?id=1573 2011-03-03T16:08:54-05:00 Between Santa and jingle bells, Christmas parties, and presents to buy and hope for, I think most of us struggle to keep our attention focused on the baby in the manger. I've worked hard to make this a Christmas where I had time to consider the sacred. That's why I keep wondering how Jesus would celebrate His birth. http://truewoman.com/?id=1572 2011-03-03T16:07:54-05:00 As you focus on the lovely manger scene today and tomorrow, remember that although the setting appears peaceful, this night brings a warrior Child, the One who will conquer death, hell, and the grave.