"Choose Your Story"

Pressure can be as recent as your last thought, but pressure is nothing new. Centuries ago, James (the half-brother of Jesus) gave encouragement and guidance to Christians who faced intense challenges. Dispersed by persecution and hardship, James’ words invite them – and us – to let life’s pressure points guide them toward a deeper journey with Jesus. Learn how faith in Christ can transform life’s most difficult choices into opportunities for wisdom and joy.

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"Sleeping Thru Christmas"

"Sleeping Thru Christmas"

"Sleeping Thru Christmas"

To find Christ, the Magi followed a star. Since they were seeking a king, they naturally assumed it would guide them to an elegant palace. The home of such a king would certainly be a center of commerce! And (of course!) it would be a deeply religious place, where people go to find God. To their surprise (and ours) the star led them to none of these. Christmas reminds us of the surprising justice of God –how much God identifies with the poor, the unimportant and the unnoticed – and the command to share God’s justice with others.

“Jesus.” As for all of us, this baby’s name describes him – but the name also defines his purpose. This baby would be “Jesus – The Lord’s Rescue” – because he would save people from their sins. Within the angel’s message is the deep surprise that God’s forgiveness always includes sacrifice; so this baby was born to die. Jesus’ life is all about forgiveness – and how we can share it with others.