What Really Happened at Christmas?
Published: December 11, 2023 (Originally published: December 15, 2012)A Bible Study by Jack Kelley
In the past I’ve explained why I believe Jesus probably was born sometime in September. If that’s the case then what really happened in December? Is Christmas just the result of overlaying Christian beliefs on a formerly pagan holiday as some believe,
Joseph’s Christmas Story … Part 1
Published: December 25, 2023 (Originally published: December 5, 2015)Joseph’s Christmas Story … Part 2 (Conclusion)
Published: December 16, 2022 (Originally published: December 25, 2004)Names of Jesus Introduction
Published: December 26, 2023 (Originally published: December 16, 2015)A Bible Study by Jack Kelley
There are many names and titles of Jesus throughout both the Old and New Testament. This study will not be an exhaustive list, but instead a sampling of some of my favorites. My goal is to give us an opportunity daily to stop and behold the wonder of our Savior as we prepare to celebrate His birth.
Names of Jesus: The Light of the World
Published: December 21, 2022 (Originally published: December 19, 2015)A Bible Study by Jack Kelley
When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” (John 8:12)
Literally this means that those who join Jesus as one of His followers will not be ignorant of spiritual matters but will have the power of understanding especially of the spiritual truth that brings eternal life.
Names of Jesus: The Good Shepherd
Published: December 22, 2022 (Originally published: December 21, 2015)A Bible Study by Jack Kelley
“I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep. The hired hand is not the shepherd and does not own the sheep. So when he sees the wolf coming, he abandons the sheep and runs away.
Names of Jesus: The Gate
Published: December 26, 2022 (Originally published: December 22, 2015)A Bible Study by Jack Kelley
Therefore Jesus said again, “Very truly I tell you, I am the gate for the sheep. All who have come before me are thieves and robbers, but the sheep have not listened to them. I am the gate;
Names of Jesus: Immanuel
Published: December 28, 2022 (Originally published: December 23, 2015)“Behold, the virgin shall be with child, and bear a Son, and they shall call His name Immanuel,” which is translated, “God with us.” (Matthew 1:23)
It defies logic that the eternal, Son of God stepped down off His Heavenly throne and became the Son of Man,