This Advent Devotional reflects on Jesus's statement: "I Am The Door" in John 10. As we consider what Jesus means, we see how His first coming points us to the glorious gospel truth that Jesus is our only way to salvation and knowing His Father.

This is the kids' version of episode 3 "I Am The Light of the World".

As we celebrate Advent, the encroaching darkness of late autumn and winter mirrors the spiritual gloom we often face. We long for brighter days, symbolic of the hope illuminated by the promised Savior. From the shadows of Eden's fall to the darkest days in human history, God's Great Light emerges, fulfilling the prophecy of Isaiah. Jesus, the Son of God, declared as the Light in Genesis, pierces through sin's darkness. Jesus boldly declares His identity as the Light of the World, a radiant sun, dispelling the shadows. He reveals the darkness within hearts and addresses profound needs, offering salvation's light to all.

This Advent reflection unveils the essence of the season—celebrating the arrival of the true Light. Strings of lights and Advent candles symbolize this radiant truth. As we meditate on Christ's glory, Matthew 5:14-16 challenges us to be lights, reflecting His brilliance. Even though Jesus ascended to heaven, His light shines through believers, like the moon in the night sky.

Join us in this light-giving journey, understanding that, just as the world witnessed the Light, it now needs to see His glory through us.

As we celebrate Advent, the encroaching darkness of late autumn and winter mirrors the spiritual gloom we often face. We long for brighter days, symbolic of the hope illuminated by the promised Savior. From the shadows of Eden's fall to the darkest days in human history, God's Great Light emerges, fulfilling the prophecy of Isaiah. Jesus, the Son of God, declared as the Light in Genesis, pierces through sin's darkness. Jesus boldly declares His identity as the Light of the World, a radiant sun, dispelling the shadows. He reveals the darkness within hearts and addresses profound needs, offering salvation's light to all.

This Advent reflection unveils the essence of the season—celebrating the arrival of the true Light. Strings of lights and Advent candles symbolize this radiant truth. As we meditate on Christ's glory, Matthew 5:14-16 challenges us to be lights, reflecting His brilliance. Even though Jesus ascended to heaven, His light shines through believers, like the moon in the night sky.

Join us in this light-giving journey, understanding that, just as the world witnessed the Light, it now needs to see His glory through us.

This is a kids' version of the Bread of Life episode. It is edited for kids and read by one of my daughters. It is designed to be used in either family worship or during your child's devotional time.

Welcome to the Dwell With Christ Podcast. This is the first in a series of Advent articles I will read for the podcast. Our local church is doing a seven-week Advent series, so we will be starting early this year.

In the holiday rush, Advent's true essence often fades amid shopping and festivities. Join us as we explore the profound message of Advent, reflecting on Jesus as the "Bread of Life" (John 6:47-51), offering eternal life.

Discover how Jesus's compassion and miracles drew crowds seeking earthly gain, missing the deeper message. He redirected them, emphasizing hope in Him, not possessions. The metaphor of bread symbolizing life underscores that Jesus is the source of true life.

Daily Readings:

Day 1: Explore John 6:22-59, understanding Jesus as the Bread of Life and its impact on your life.

Day 2: Dive into Exodus 16:1-36, anticipating the Savior, the true Bread of Life, and the gospel's greater hope.

Day 3: Read 1 Corinthians 11:17-34, understanding the Lord’s Supper's significance in the church and its gospel connection.

Read the full article at DwellWIthChrist.com

This is the first in a series of Advent articles I will read for the podcast. Our local church is doing a seven-week Advent series, so we will be starting early this year.

In the holiday rush, Advent's true essence often fades amid shopping and festivities. Join us as we explore the profound message of Advent, reflecting on Jesus as the "Bread of Life" (John 6:47-51), offering eternal life.

Discover how Jesus's compassion and miracles drew crowds seeking earthly gain, missing the deeper message. He redirected them, emphasizing hope in Him, not possessions. The metaphor of bread symbolizing life underscores that Jesus is the source of true life.

Daily Readings:

Day 1: Explore John 6:22-59, understanding Jesus as the Bread of Life and its impact on your life.

Day 2: Dive into Exodus 16:1-36, anticipating the Savior, the true Bread of Life, and the gospel's greater hope.

Day 3: Read 1 Corinthians 11:17-34, understanding the Lord’s Supper's significance in the church and its gospel connection.

Read the full article at DwellWIthChrist.com

This episode discusses why our church chose the "I Am" Statements for Advent this year, steering away from the usual narratives found in Matthew and Luke. We are starting early because we are doing a seven-week Advent Advent series. Here are three key reasons behind choosing this routine

1. They show us that Jesus is God. That's a major point of the I Am statements.

2. They help us see the Person and work of Christ. His identity and work are unveiled through these statements.

3. The "I am" statements are pivotal for grasping the purpose of Jesus's arrival during the Christmas season. Jesus is both God and man. We need to know why God came as a man.

Don't only believe in these statements. Also, apply them to your life. Join me as we immerse ourselves in the "I Am" statements this Advent.

Welcome to Dwell With Christ. This episode is just letting you know why I'm starting a podcast and what to expect from the podcast. I hope it can be a blessing and something for you to look forward to.