Category Archives: Christmas

There are others in the Christmas story that are often overlooked; the mothers and their innocent children massacred by the order of King Herod. Matthew 2:13-18 13 When they had gone, an angel of the Lord appeared to Joseph in … Continue reading →

Holly (Ilex) and ivy (Hedera helix) have been used as winter decorations since ancient times. Adorning homes with these plants freshened the air and their greenery reminded occupants of the coming spring. While the cold, dark days of winter turned … Continue reading →

We continue our discussion of the supporting cast in the Christmas story with Luke 2:8–12. The shepherds   8 And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. 9 An angel of … Continue reading →