God gave the wise men the gift of seeking Jesus after they viewed the star for the newborn King of the Jews. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/?p=20550 A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/M6Q-Ns67rQU

Simeon and Anna praise the newborn Jesus at the Temple and tell of what He will do. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2025/12/28/obedience-can-be-worship/ A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/NY1_PgY7ceE

God gave Joseph multiple dreams to keep the baby Jesus safe. God can still give dreams today to guide us. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2025/12/21/choosing-the-path-of-grace/ A video of the text can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/dIp2Az6dNDg

Zechariah breaks a nine-month silence with a song of praise to God. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2025/12/14/trusting-gods-wisdom/ A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/oZWAp4RTO7w

God gives us the gift of relationships. The story of the announcement of the birth of Jesus demonstrates our relationship with God. The story of Mary meeting with Elizabeth shows the gift of a relationship with others. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2025/12/07/god-can-use-ordinary-people/ A video of the stories can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/owzmR9i_gYk

Zechariah had a surprising visit from an angel, who delivered an unexpected message. Even though he and his wife, Elizabeth, were old, they would have a child. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2025/11/30/being-faithful-during-trials/ A video of this story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/a8xPy6od5X8

The Apostle Paul gave the Ephesian church and us an analogy to describe what God has given to enable us to fight spiritual battles. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2025/11/23/you-are-in-a-spiritual-battle-4/ A video of the text can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/d05NB5AHtqA

Jesus had taught His disciples for three years. Now, as Jesus ascends back to heaven, He gives instructions for His disciples to wait for the power of the Holy Spirit so they can go make disciples. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/?p=19966 A video of this story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/ETABegHoMjo

The night before His crucifixion, Jesus gave His disciples a warning. He warned them that the world would hate them because it hates Him. But they are to remain faithful. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/?p=19878 A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/Ht550bG2ycQ

As Jesus taught His disciples, He used Himself as the one they should model themselves after. They were to love others as He loved them. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/?p=19740 A video of this story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/qAg8bHJJaS0

Jesus called His disciples to follow Him, but He also told them to count the cost. This is still true for us today. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2025/10/26/the-cost-of-following-jesus/ A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/NULkG7OE_dE

Jesus gave His disciples instructions to go out by pairs to preach that the Kingdom of God is near. They were amazed at the healings that took place. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2025/10/19/paired-for-parnership/ A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/3dTMygLTAak

Jesus called His disciples to follow Him. As He taught them, He warned them and us of the consequences of not following. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2025/10/12/unmasking-the-hypocrisy/ A video of the text can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/R9eb8MYomUA

After Jesus called His disciple to follow, He taught them with Parables. As followers of Jesus, we too, learn from these parables. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2025/10/05/ever-hearing-but-never-understanding/ A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/2WRv0UP70vw

Jesus set the ideal of discipleship and explained that He came to fulfill this and enable His followers to do the same. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2025/09/28/jesus-teachings-radically-reorient-our-worldview/ A video of the text can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/GUTKPETTzeM

Jesus called His disciples to radically reorient their lives to follow Him. Today, we have the same call to follow Him. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/?p=19251 A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/ssnu77LmI-M

God's plans for Abraham unfolded beyond comprehension. While Abraham's faith journey had its ups and downs, Abraham remained faithful to the end. Seven blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2025/09/14/living-a-fulfilling-life/ A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/_ZmowZIYQvo

Abraham, in his grief over Sarah's death, demonstrated a blend of sorrow and respect that honors her memory. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2025/09/07/navigating-the-tears-of-grief/ A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/iaYKzzUcwA0

God tested Abraham's faith by asking him to sacrifice his son, Isaac. This command challenged the very foundation of Abraham's hopes and promises. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2025/08/31/when-our-faith-is-tested/ A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/pBX-NF2CQ-Y

God was faithful to His promise of a son to Abraham and Sarah. But God's plan often unfolds in unexpected ways and in God's timing, not ours. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2025/08/24/god-is-faithful/ A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/9hc6tyJ4Lt0