Rev. Jewelly Rice preaches about the precious, cleansing blood of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Rom 3:25 "Whom God hath set forth to be a propitiation through faith in his blood, to declare his righteousness for the remission of sins that are past, through the forbearance of God;"

1Co 11:25 "After the same manner also he took the cup, when he had supped, saying, This cup is the new testament in my blood: this do ye, as oft as ye drink it, in remembrance of me."

Eph 1:7 "In whom we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of his grace;"

Heb 9:12 "Neither by the blood of goats and calves, but by his own blood he entered in once into the holy place, having obtained eternal redemption for us."

1Jn 1:7 "But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship one with another, and the blood of Jesus Christ his Son cleanseth us from all sin."

Our Lord is so faithful. He is our Savior, and was sent to die for us. He is God with us and closer than a brother. He gave us life forever, and all have the plan of salvation. His Spirit draws us to Him. All He asks of us after we are saved is to keep His commandments.

Lesson: Matthew 2:1-12

Luke 2:11 "For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which iss Christ the Lord."

Our Lord has given us gifts that last eternally; everlasting life, love, joy, peace, faith, goodness, righteousness, and truth.

Gal 5:22 "But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith."

Eph 5:9 "For the fruit of the Spirit is in all goodness and righteousness and truth."

Luke 2:1-14 "And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the world should be taxed. And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.) And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city. And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judaea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; (because he was of the house and lineage of David:) To be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being great with child. And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered. And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn. And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid. And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord. And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, 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, good will toward men.

Faith is believing without evidence. Hope is our expectations as to what God can and will do. Faith will activate the power given to us by our Lord.

Hebrews 11:1 "Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen."

Rom 10:17 "So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God."

Act 7:47-50 But Solomon built him an house. Howbeit the most High dwelleth not in temples made with hands; as saith the prophet, Heaven is my throne, and earth is my footstool: what house will ye build me? saith the Lord: or what is the place of my rest? Hath not my hand made all these things?

Psalm 16:8 I have set the LORD always before me: because He is at my right hand, I shall not be moved.

Psalm 62:2 He only is my rock and my salvation; He is my defense; I shall not be greatly moved.

Psa 40:2-3 He brought me up also out of an horrible pit, out of the miry clay, and set my feet upon a rock, and established my goings. And He hath put a new song in my mouth, even praise unto our God: many shall see it, and fear, and shall trust in the LORD.

The Ten Lepers:

Luk 17:11-19 And it came to pass, as he went to Jerusalem, that he passed through the midst of Samaria and Galilee. And as he entered into a certain village, there met him ten men that were lepers, which stood afar off: And they lifted up their voices, and said, Jesus, Master, have mercy on us. And when he saw them, he said unto them, Go shew yourselves unto the priests. And it came to pass, that, as they went, they were cleansed. And one of them, when he saw that he was healed, turned back, and with a loud voice glorified God, And fell down on his face at his feet, giving him thanks: and he was a Samaritan. And Jesus answering said, Were there not ten cleansed? but where are the nine? There are not found that returned to give glory to God, save this stranger. And he said unto him, Arise, go thy way: thy faith hath made thee whole.

Worldwide, people desperately need God's Word. Prayer is the first way to help. Pray for continued access to schools, hotels, prisons, hospitals, and the military. Pray for funds to supply more Scriptures for the world. Most importantly, pray for those who need Jesus Christ as their Savior.