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His Indescribable Gift

Posted on November 26, 2025 by jesustrek

There is a verse of Scripture that I believe is the perfect segue from the Thanksgiving holiday to the Christmas season. It is 2 Corinthians 9:15, which says, “Thanks be to God for his indescribable gift.” The gift from God … Continue reading →

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Countdown to Christmas

Posted on December 20, 2024 by jesustrek

It is December 20 as I write this–only five days until Christmas! Anticipation is growing, with Christmas music in the air, decorations and lights sparkling and festivities all around! The countdown to Christmas has begun, so let’s talk about a … Continue reading →

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God’s Timing is Perfect

Posted on December 20, 2023 by jesustrek

A preacher friend of mine named Fred Whitacre had a saying that he used frequently: “God is seldom early, but he is never late.” When we think back on the events of our lives, we often notice that God’s timing … Continue reading →

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An Extraordinary Christmas

Posted on December 16, 2023 by jesustrek

Christmas is a special time of year when we celebrate the birth of the Lord Jesus. There is nothing ordinary about any Christmas, but the first Christmas was extraordinary. Here’s why. First, extraordinary promises were kept. People often break their … Continue reading →

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Between Thanksgiving and Christmas

Posted on November 23, 2021 by jesustrek

This is an especially joyful time of year for most people. We have just spent time celebrating Thanksgiving, and now we look forward to commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. One way we celebrate this time … Continue reading →

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Favorite Holiday Verse

Posted on November 28, 2015 by jesustrek

One of my favorite verses of Scripture for the holidays is 2 Corinthians 9:15—“Thanks be to God for his indescribable gift!” This is a great verse for Thanksgiving, because out of all the wonderful things that God has given us, … Continue reading →

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Great Gift

Posted on December 25, 2013 by jesustrek

A young boy had just learned how to tell time, and, more than anything else, he wanted a wristwatch for Christmas. He didn’t ask for anything else besides a watch. All day long he reminded his parents that he wanted … Continue reading →

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This Is Our Season

Posted on December 23, 2013 by jesustrek

This time of year, atheists gleefully point out that some of the Christmas traditions that we cherish have a background in various pagan rituals. They think that they are belittling Christianity because non-Christians observed these traditions first. In fact, they … Continue reading →

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O Christmas Truck

Posted on December 20, 2013 by jesustrek

I just saw a Christmas truck! The old pickup truck, which had obviously seen some hard times, had been put back together with a combination of green and red parts. I don’t know that the owner was going for a … Continue reading →

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After Christmas

Posted on December 26, 2012 by jesustrek

Now that we have another Christmas behind us, many people find that they have something in common with the wise men who came to visit Jesus—they have a whole lot less money! The magi came a long way to bring … Continue reading →

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