“A Charlie Brown Christmas” first aired in 1965, one year after I was born. Even back then Charles Shultz had to put up a fight to include the scene of Linus reciting Luke 2:8-14. Both his producer and his animator believed Shultz was crossing a line by having the Bible quoted to such an extent
During this fourth week of Advent, we are focusing on John’s description of Jesus as “the Word became flesh.” You can find this passage in John’s gospel, chapter 1. It sometimes happens that word meanings become trivialized. To trivialize something is to make it seem less important, less significant or less complex than it really
Note: This article was inspired by a sermon preached by Rev. Carey Richards. With her permission, I have edited it to be an article for the Webb Weekly. This week’s theme for Advent is preparation. Remember, Advent means coming – and part of the Advent celebration involves preparing for Jesus’ return. Preparing to be in
As we continue the celebration of Advent, let’s take a moment to consider two very important promises that Jesus made to His disciples as He was preparing them for His sudden departure. See John 14. Jesus knew His disciples were going to be shocked by His suffering, death and burial. They assumed that Jesus was
This past Sunday, the Christian world entered the season of Advent. The word advent means arrival or coming. Advent is celebrated just before Christmas to remind us that Jesus is coming again. It was designed to help believers keep a forward-looking perspective. The celebration of Christmas is certainly a highpoint in the Christian calendar, but
“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:13. This is one of the most popular verses found in the Bible. It is a statement of hopeful inspiration for anyone facing difficult or challenging circumstances. Athletes use it as motivation to overcome training obstacles and opponents. It is a prayer offered by
