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Neil Spencer

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December 25

God Included You Read: Psalm 105:1-4, Psalm 68:3-5 As you reflect on the Christmas story, marvel at this: God included you in His plan. The good news of Jesus, proclaimed by angels and shared with shepherds, is also extended to …
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December 24

The Longing for Home Read: Hebrews 1:1-8, Galatians 4:1-7 There’s something universally moving about a soldier reuniting with family. These homecomings tug at our hearts because they resonate with a longing we all share—the longing for home. The holidays often …
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December 23

A Reason to Be Generous This Christmas Read: Isaiah 61:1-9, Luke 4:18-21 “He has sent me to tell those who mourn that the time of the Lord’s favor has come” (Isaiah 61:2). Jesus came to proclaim good news to the …
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December 22

The Unexpected Miracle Read: Isaiah 53:1-6, John 3:16-17, John 20:31 When rescue doesn’t come as we envisioned, it can be unsettling. God often works in ways we’d never expect. Jesus fulfilled every prophecy about the Messiah, yet His life defied …
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December 21

Jesus is a Different Kind of King Read: Isaiah 11:1-10 We all know what it’s like to have a boss—some are fair, others are difficult. But Isaiah describes a King like no other. “There shall come forth a shoot from …
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December 20

Run with the Good News this Christmas Read: Isaiah 52:7-10, Romans 10:8-15 “How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of him who brings good news, who publishes peace… who says to Zion, ‘Your God reigns’” (Isaiah 52:7). Isaiah’s words …
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December 19

We Can Know God Read: John 1:1-14 Imagine someone new moves into your neighborhood. You might notice details from afar—their car, their schedule, or if they have kids. But knowing about them is different from truly knowing them. To really …
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December 18

I Can Give My Heart to Him Read: Matthew 2:1-12 When the wise men arrived, Jesus was likely just a young child. He hadn’t healed or taught anyone yet, but the wise men were overjoyed simply to see Him, showering …
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December 17

God Gives Us Exactly What We Need Read: Luke 2:36-40, Matthew 5:17-18 The Old Testament commands us to love God and love others (Deuteronomy 6:4-5, Leviticus 19:18). Yet, as Israel learned over generations, we’re unable to fully keep God’s law …
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December 16

Who is Jesus? Read: Luke 2:21-35 Christmas compels us to answer life’s biggest question: Who is Jesus? “[Simeon] took him up in his arms and blessed God and said, ‘…my eyes have seen your salvation… a light for revelation to …
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