Are you a coward for Christ, or a courageous Christian- The wise men and the shepherds show us great courage for Christ.

Are you a cowardly Christian, or do you show courage for Christ- Simeon and Anna showed courage in daily living, and Joseph and Mary were courageously obedient.

Matthew starts his gospel with a claim to the throne, showing that Jesus is truly the Son of David. The list also reveals the depravity of history, and the great redemption inaugurated at His birth.

The hope of a Savior is a hope that all humanity share. At the time of Jesus birth, the universe was bursting with anticipation.

God has charged all his disciples to shine as lights in the world, in all the nations. You should be strong and courageous as you fulfill your commission. It is not optional.

We are all depraved, dead in sin. We are not even able to make a move towards God apart from His Spirit. This is the wonder of the Gospel-

Both the women and the soldiers leave the empty tomb, both knowing the truth of what happened. Knowledge of the truth about Jesus doesn't save you. Love for the man, Jesus of Nazareth, must also be present.

When life became unbearable for David, he cried out to God. This psalm teaches us to pray in when we are miserable and doubt God's presence or plan.

It was an act of extreme futility to attempt to keep the Son of God in the grave. All of the efforts of man were a failure. He rose from the dead- And today it is just as futile to try to contain God or His church.

God will accomplish His purposes by even the most unlikely of people. Be faithful in all things, because the little things you do every day are precious to Almighty God.