The First Gift of Christmas Was Hope

The First Gift of Christmas Was Hope

As we prepare for Christmas, many of you probably went to the store or online to buy that gift for your special someone. Or maybe you made a homemade gift. Regardless, Christmas has become a time to give gifts to others. But where did the tradition of gift-giving come...
Does It Really Say That?

Does It Really Say That?

Picture a classic nativity scene. It’s easy to envision the baby Jesus in the manger with Mary and Joseph nearby. On one side of the family, you can see the shepherds who have followed the angel’s directions to be there. On the other side of the family,...
Peace on Earth

Peace on Earth

Today’s article is part of Brother Jerry Valenti’s series on the Life of Jesus. And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying, Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men (Luke...
Joy to the World

Joy to the World

Today’s article is part of Brother Jerry Valenti’s series on the Life of Jesus. Behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord. (Luke...
No Room in the Inn

No Room in the Inn

Today’s article is part of Brother Jerry Valenti’s series on the life of Jesus. “And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn.” (Luke 2:7)...