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The Christmas Story Revisited, Part 3 ~ Oh Little Hometown of Bethlehem
It’s hard to believe that we’re at week 3 of our Revisiting the Christmas Story series for 2024. And it’s difficult to approach this week’s session without thinking about
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The Christmas Story Revisited, Part 3 ~ Oh Little Hometown of Bethlehem
It’s hard for us “Westerners” to relate to what day-to-day life in Bethlehem was like for those living there when Joseph and Mary arrived, but if we’re to understand the
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Balancing Bethlehem
Christmas can be hard to deal with. It’s an emotional and psychological mixed bag, and that can get confusing. Familiar songs of joy and gladness and feelings of excited anticipation are
Nobody Wants to See Christmas Lights in the Daytime
I had never seen lights ‘dance’ before. It was fascinating to sit with the kids as Christmas melodies filled the air and the incredible array of lights spread all over the house, the yard, the trees, and as the specially … Continue reading
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Balancing Bethlehem
Ahh… Christmas, edition #2014. I love this time of year, and we’re into it full swing. Familiar sights, sounds, feelings, and festivals of Christmas are flooding our minds, overwhelming our calendars, and draining our bank accounts once again. Along with it … Continue reading
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