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Happy New Year!

For January 1, 2026
A wide range of emotions surrounds the New Year. As the clock strikes midnight, many celebrate with joy and anticipation. For these individuals, a new year feels full of promise. But others carry sorrow, regret, or uncertainty into the days ahead. For them, the turning of the calendar is a reminder of what was lost or left unfinished.

The New Year is more than a change in dates—it is an invitation to turn our hearts toward the One who makes all things new. Each passing year reminds us of this extraordinary truth: history itself is centered on one Person—Jesus Christ. The Scriptures declare:

And He is before all things, and in Him all things consist.
Colossians 1:17 (NKJV)

Our calendar reflects this reality. The Gregorian Calendar, adopted in 1582 to correct the drift of the earlier Julian Calendar, numbers each year from the birth of Jesus Christ.

The designation B.C. marks the time before His birth, while the years since are known as Anno Domini (A.D.), meaning “in the year of our Lord.” Today this is also called the Common Era (C.E.), but regardless of the name, the reference point remains the same—Jesus Christ stands at the center of human history.

As we enter 2026, we acknowledge that more than two thousand years have passed since the birth of Jesus (though many scholars place His actual birth around 4 B.C.). No other human figure has shaped the world so profoundly. No other life has transformed so many hearts, and no other name provides what every human soul urgently needs: forgiveness, peace, purpose, and eternal life.

Only Jesus Christ can reconcile a sinful humanity to a holy God. We cannot fix ourselves, erase our guilt, or earn God’s favor through good intentions and moral effort. But God, in His mercy, has done for us what we could never do for ourselves.

      • Jesus perfectly obeyed God’s Law for us, something we couldn’t do ourselves.
      • By dying on the cross, he made the ultimate sacrifice, suffering the penalty we deserved for our sins.
      • His resurrection showed a complete victory over sin and death.
      • Upon His ascension to heaven, He intercedes on our behalf and promises a glorious return.

Salvation is not achieved by our works—it is received by our faith in His works. When we turn from trusting ourselves and place our trust in Jesus Christ alone, God forgives us, makes us new creatures, and gives us eternal life.

Here is what the Word of God declares:

But God, who is rich in mercy, because of His great love with which He loved us, even when we were dead in trespasses, made us alive together with Christ (by grace you have been saved), and raised us up together, and made us sit together in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus, that in the ages to come He might show the exceeding riches of His grace in His kindness toward us in Christ Jesus. For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, not of works, lest anyone should boast. For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should walk in them.    Ephesians 2:4—10 (NKJV)

Jesus extends this invitation to every weary heart:

Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.      Matthew 11:28 (NKJV)

The year 2025 was hard for many. Perhaps you were disappointed by others. Or your plans fell apart. Maybe you feel tired, empty, or uncertain about the future. If so, hear this clearly: Jesus Christ is not finished with you.

      • People may disappoint, but He will not.
      • You can weaken, but His strength is eternal.
      • The past can trouble you, but His grace is greater than your past.

This new year can be more than a change on the calendar. It can mark the dawn of a new life where the Lord will never abandon or forsake you.

I am with you always, even to the end of the age.
Matthew 28:20b (NKJV)

If you will turn to Jesus Christ, by repenting of your sin and trusting Him fully, He promises forgiveness, freedom, purpose, and a joy that no power on earth can steal, and He guarantees an eternal life of peace with God.

When our New Year’s resolutions begin not with self-effort but with surrender to Christ, God does a work in us that no resolution ever could. Only then can we truly experience a very Happy New Year.

Jesus Christ is calling you today. Won’t you give Him your heart and experience new life forever?

What a Wonderful Savior!                                                                   

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Our Savior’s Birthday!

For December 25, 2025
God created us as social creatures who desire companionship. For when He created man, God Himself observed:

“It is not good that man should be alone; I will make him a helper comparable to him.”                     Genesis 2:18 (NKJV)

Scripture continues:

And the Lord God caused a deep sleep to fall on Adam, and he slept; and He took one of his ribs, and closed up the flesh in its place. Then the rib which the Lord God had taken from man He made into a woman, and He brought her to the man . . . “She shall be called Woman, because she was taken out of Man.”                  Genesis 2:21–22, 23b (NKJV)

This God-given yearning for relationship is a reflection of our amazing Creator who, moved by His boundless love, longed to restore the fellowship with humanity that was broken in the Garden. When Adam and Eve fell from perfection, the world seemed to tilt, and humanity has been sliding down that slope ever since. No amount of kindness, technology, wealth, or influence can reverse this decline.

Our greatest loss was separation from God—just as the Bible declares:

For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.
Romans 3:23 (NKJV)

But God, rich in mercy, refused to leave us in this fallen condition. At just the right moment, in the fullness of time, He bridged the impossible gap Himself. He stepped into our world to demonstrate His matchless love in the most unmistakable way. Luke 2:8–14 (NKJV) captures this glorious moment:

Now there were in the same country shepherds living out in the fields, keeping watch over their flock by night. And behold, an angel of the Lord stood before them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were greatly afraid. Then the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid, for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which will be to all people. For there is born to you this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. And this will be the sign to you: You will find a Babe wrapped in swaddling cloths, lying in a manger.” And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God and saying: “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, goodwill toward men!”

On that holy night, Jesus’ birth ushered in a brand-new relationship between God and humanity—a relationship built on peace, goodwill, and divine reconciliation. Everything God had promised through prophets, priests, Scripture, and sacred tradition—once directed only to His Chosen People by birth and ancestry—became available to all: men, women, boys, and girls everywhere, by faith in Christ.

For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. For God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but that the world through Him might be saved.        John 3:16–17 (NKJV)

Now, every person has the opportunity to confess Jesus as Lord and Savior and receive the abundant life He offers today and eternal life with Him forever. Scripture proclaims this clearly in Romans 10:6–13 (NKJV):

But the righteousness of faith speaks in this way, “Do not say in your heart, ‘Who will ascend into heaven?’ ” (that is, to bring Christ down from above) or, “ ‘Who will descend into the abyss?’ ” (that is, to bring Christ up from the dead). But what does it say? “The word is near you, in your mouth and in your heart” (that is, the word of faith which we preach): that if you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved. For with the heart one believes unto righteousness, and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. For the Scripture says, “Whoever believes on Him will not be put to shame.” For there is no distinction between Jew and Greek, for the same Lord over all is rich to all who call upon Him. For “whoever calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved.”

One day, every knee will bow and every tongue will confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father (Philippians 2:10–11). How much better it is to bow now—freely, willingly, and lovingly—so that the result is eternal fellowship with Him. For those who refuse, that confession comes by compulsion, before an eternity separated from Him in torment.

So yes, we rejoice in celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ on Christmas Day. His earthly life began in an obscure Bethlehem manger, yet it would end publicly on Calvary’s cross.

There, Love Himself stretched out His arms to redeem us!

Yet, the story does not end there. When He rose from the dead, our Lord won us back to God and opened the door to everlasting fellowship with Him. Won’t you give Him your heart today?

What a wonderful Savior!

Happy Birthday Jesus!

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Giving Thanks to the Lord on this Thanksgiving

For November 27, 2025
Thanksgiving is more than a holiday—it’s a declaration of the heart. We give thanks as we join generations of believers who have experienced the goodness, blessings, and faithfulness of our loving, amazing God. Gratitude is our testimony, as we—the redeemed of the Lord—say so.

The Word of God encourages us to give thanks unto Him:

 In everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.     1 Thessalonians 5:18 (AKJV)

Here are four reasons we can give thanks to our Lord:

We Can Give Thanks for His Majesty and Splendor
The majesty of God fills the heavens and the earth. His glory is displayed in every sunrise, every heartbeat, and every moment of beauty that reflects His power. As we give thanks, we stand in awe of His glory and splendor, proclaiming—as did King David in Psalm 8:1 (NKJV):

O LORD, our Lord, How excellent is Your name in all the earth,  Who have set Your glory above the heavens!

It is impossible to describe God as we would inanimate objects or created beings. The Scriptures tell us that in Him we “live and move and have our being.” (Acts 17:28) Although we only “know in part” (1 Corinthians 13:9), every question finds its answer in Him and every problem its solution.

His incomparable majesty and splendor are beyond human comprehension. Yet, in His grace, He chooses to reveal Himself to us through the person of Jesus Christ, so that we can truly know Him and experience His perfect plan for our lives.

We Can Give Thanks for His Sovereignty and Almighty Power
Even when life feels uncertain, God’s sovereignty gives us peace. He reigns with wisdom and love, guiding every moment according to His perfect plan. To give thanks in all things is to trust that His hand is at work—shaping our stories for His glory and our good, as Romans 8:28 (NKJV) affirms:

And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose.

God is limitless in power, knowledge, and presence. He is present everywhere at all times, and His omnipresence fills heaven and earth without diminishing His essence. He exists beyond all we can comprehend, as the psalmist declares:

Great is our Lord, and mighty in power; His understanding is infinite.             Psalm 147:5 (NKJV)

God’s power is absolute to do anything He wills, and His will is always aligned with His perfect nature. He is the self-existent origin of all life—the Living God, the Creator, Sustainer, and Sovereign Ruler of heaven and earth.

It is comforting to know that in the face of an uncertain and chaotic world, the Lord is in control and has promised to be with His precious children until the end:

 I am with you always, even to the end of the age. Amen.
Matthew 28:20 (NKJV)

We Can Give Thanks for His Holiness and Righteousness
God is morally and spiritually perfect in all aspects. Holiness is self-affirming purity and the very essence of His being. God alone maintains moral excellence because only He is pure, majestic, glorious, and without equal:

Who is like You, O LORD, among the gods?  Who is like You, glorious in holiness, Fearful in praises, doing wonders?   Exodus 15:11 (NKJV)

God embodies truth and faithfulness as the very standard of moral integrity. His judgments are just, His promises unshakable, and His unwavering character inspires our unwavering trust:

The works of His hands are verity and justice;  All His precepts are sure. They stand fast forever and ever, And are done in truth and uprightness. He has sent redemption to His people; He has commanded His covenant forever: Holy and awesome is His name.    Psalm 111:7–9 (NKJV)

Yet, God’s holiness and righteousness do not preclude His intervention in human lives. In His perfection, He has chosen to dwell among us in the person of Jesus Christ. His perfection doesn’t distance us—it redeems us. This Thanksgiving, we thank God that the Holy One welcomes us into His presence through grace:

For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, not of works, lest anyone should boast. For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should walk in them.    Ephesians 2:8–10 (NKJV)

We Can Give Thanks for His Mercy and Lovingkindness
In this modern age of defiant sin and selfish entitlement, we deserve God’s wrath—death! But thank God for His mercy and lovingkindness.

For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. Romans 3:23  (NKJV)

For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.   Romans 6:23 (NKJV)

God’s willingness to forego judgment and apply mercy is motivated by His great love for us. This eternal, deliberate, selfless, and sacrificial plan for our benefit lies at the core of His love. Although He continually reveals His heart through countless expressions of benevolence each day, His greatest demonstration was in the giving of His Son to forgive our sin and restore our fellowship forever:

For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. For God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but that the world through Him might be saved.   John 3:16–17 (NKJV)

He who does not love does not know God, for God is love . . . In this is love, not that we loved God, but that He loved us and sent His Son to be the propitiation for our sins.     1 John 4:8, 10 (NKJV)

God’s mercy is new every morning (Lamentations 3:22–23). It meets us in our failures and restores us with forgiveness. We who have tasted His mercy are truly thankful and blessed.

This Thanksgiving, may we thank Him for His majesty that inspires awe, His sovereignty that brings peace, His holiness that transforms, and His mercy that endures forever.

Oh, give thanks to the LORD, for He is good! For His mercy endures forever. Let the redeemed of the LORD say so.   Psalm 107:1–2 (NKJV)

Won’t you trust the Lord today and experience His grace and mercy?

Happy Thanksgiving!

What a Wonderful Savior!

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Jesus Rose For Our Justification

For April 20, 2025
Like any other Sunday morning in Jerusalem, the Roman soldiers, stationed at Joseph’s tomb, prepared for what seemed to be an ordinary day. But this day would not be ordinary.

The women, heartbroken and grieving, came to the tomb to embalm the body of their Savior. The tomb was sealed, guarded by Roman soldiers ready to defend it with their lives.

Yet, as they approached, the earth trembled with a mighty earthquake, and the stone that sealed the tomb was rolled away, by a supernatural power. An angel, shining brighter than lightning and clothed in white as snow, appeared, and the soldiers, fell to the ground as if they were dead.

When the angel spoke, his words echoed with hope and promise that still reverberate around the world today,

Do not be afraid. I know you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified. He is not here; He has risen, just as He said. Come, see the place where He lay. Then go quickly and tell His disciples that He has risen from the dead and is going ahead of you into Galilee. There you will see Him. Now I have told you.    Matthew 28:57 (NLT)

This is the moment that changed everything.

The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the cornerstone of the Christian faith. It is not just a historical event—it is the power of God unleashed on the world, offering forgiveness, redemption, and eternal life to all who believe. Skeptics may try to explain it away; they may claim the disciples stole the body, or that the women went to the wrong tomb, or that the witnesses were hallucinating. But after two thousand years, no one has ever disproven the testimony of those who witnessed the risen Christ.

The fact is that Jesus rose from the dead, and He is alive today. He is alive to offer salvation to you, to transform your life, and to give you hope beyond this world as this hymn reminds us today,

He Lives
Alfred H. Ackley1

I serve a risen Savior, He’s in the world today; I know that He is living, whatever men may say; I see His hand of mercy, I hear His voice of cheer, And just the time I need Him He’s always near.

In all the world around me I see His loving care, And tho my heart grows weary, I never will despair; I know that He is leading thro all the stormy blast, The day of His appearing will come at last.

Rejoice, Rejoice, O Christian, lift up your voice and sing Eternal hallelujahs to Jesus Christ the King! The Hope of all who seek Him, the Help of all who find, None other is so living, so good and kind.

Chorus:
He lives, He lives, Christ Jesus lives today! He walks with me and talks with me A-long life’s narrow way. He lives, He lives, salvation to impart! You ask me how I know He lives? He lives within my heart.

Because of His resurrection, we know that:

    • Jesus is the Son of God, victorious over death and the grave. Sin and the grave have been defeated, and we, too, have new life in Him.
    • God’s perfect sacrifice was accepted. We now have reconciliation with God through Christ as we repent and put our faith in Him.
    • His Holy Spirit lives in us, guiding and transforming us.

Christ has risen is a message that has been passed down for two thousand years, a message that has changed countless lives, and a message that can change yours too. If you’ve never made the decision to place your faith in the risen Savior, perhaps now is the time to do so.

The resurrection isn’t just an ancient story—it’s a message of hope for all today. Jesus died for our sins, and He rose again to give us eternal life! Without Jesus, there is no hope for eternal life, now is the time to call on His name. The Bible promises that “everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved” (Romans 10:13). Don’t wait. Don’t let another day pass without receiving the forgiveness and life that Jesus offers.

Christ the Lord is risen today! He is alive, and He offers us the chance to live with Him forever. Won’t you accept His invitation today? Just believe in Him and be saved.

Christ the Lord is risen today … Yes! He is risen, indeed!

What a Wonderful Savior!

 

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Jesus Christ Died For Our Sins

For April 18, 2025
It was early Friday morning of Passover Week, and Jesus had not slept. Over the last few hours, He had transformed the Passover Seder into a commemorative Lord’s Supper, leaving behind a lasting institution that would continue throughout the ages.

Then, while in the Garden of Gethsemane, Judas betrayed Him into the hands of corrupt religious leaders for a mere thirty pieces of silver. Unjustly condemned, He was hastily brought before Pilate, Herod Antipas, and Pilate once again and sentenced to death.

Yet before the final verdict, He endured horrendous suffering at the hands of Roman soldiers who beat Him mercilessly and crucified Him on Calvary. Was Jesus a mere innocent victim, or was something far more profound taking place?

In Ezekiel 18:4, God tells us that every soul belongs to Him and that the penalty for sin is death. Romans 6:23 repeats this truth, “The wages of sin is death.” To remedy sin’s curse, God established blood sacrifices to atone for human sin. (Leviticus 17:11).

As the Son of Man, Jesus knew that His death was part of God’s divine plan for our redemption as He foretold,

Just as Moses lifted up the snake in the wilderness, so the Son of Man must be lifted up, that everyone who believes may have eternal life in Him. For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life.
John 3:14-16 (NIV)

Jesus Christ, the Lamb of God, willingly chose to pay the price for your sins, past, present, and future, with His own precious blood. Although He had the power to forego the cross, He chose to embrace it for our benefit instead. Despite the brutal beatings, the mockery, and the crown of thorns, He continued to walk the path of suffering because of His great love for us,

But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.      Romans 5:8 (NIV)

This is love: not that we loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as an atoning sacrifice for our sins.       1 John 4:10 (NIV)

Christ He chose to give His life, becoming the Perfect Intercessor between a holy God and sinful humanity, and He did this for us all of us.

Jesus knew that our sins stood between us and God. He took our place on the cross, bearing the wrath of God that we deserve. He did this so we could be forgiven, so we could have eternal life and peace with God.  His love is immeasurable, and His grace transforms lives yet today.

If you have not yet accepted the gift of eternal life that Jesus offers, today is the day you can make that decision. Jesus died not just for the world but for you personally. Through His sacrifice, He offers forgiveness for your sins. All you have to do is believe in Him, ask Him for forgiveness, and invite Him into your life as your Savior and Lord,

Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with me. 
Revelation 3:20 (NIV)

Jesus Christ, the Lamb of God, gave His life so that we could live forever with Him. He did not come to condemn us, but to save us. We don’t have to carry the weight of sin any longer. He paid the price in full. Won’t you accept His free gift today?

Yes! Jesus, our Lord and Savior, chose to be the Lamb slain before the foundation of the world so that we could experience His abiding joy, peace, and great salvation today.

What a Wonderful Savior!

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