Tag Archives: Christmas
I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day- the Story Behind the Song
by Cindy Bleuler Tucker One of my favorite poems and carols because of the story behind it. The truths, fears, and hopes expressed in this song are just as relevant today as the day Longfellow penned the words. I first … Continue reading
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Tagged Ace Cannon, carols, Christmas, despair, God's sovereignity, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Hope, I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day, Peace, War
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Providence, Perspective and the Incarnation
by Tony Tucker Originally published in PresChat, December 2002 It was a snowy December 17 afternoon in Louisville, Kentucky back in 1982. I had just completed my final exams at Southern Seminary and was packing up my car to … Continue reading
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Tagged Alexander the Great, Buddha, Caesar, Christmas, Christmas card, Confucius, handicap, Hitler, incarnation, Muhammad, Paul Beith, Providence, Southern Seminary, Southwestern Seminary, Tony Tucker
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The Cradle and the Cross
by Cindy Bleuler Tucker May you ponder the true wonder of Christmas. I can’t look at the cradle Without looking to the cross Both made from wood Both cut from a tree Both such a humble place To find the … Continue reading
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Tagged Christ, Christmas, cradle, cross, Jesus, Jesus's birth, Jesus's death, King of Kings, Mary
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What Does Christmas Mean To Me?
by Cindy Bleuler Tucker Its that special time of year again- the magical lights and decorations, the well-loved songs and carols sung, family celebrations, parties, and candlelight services. Christians around the world remember the timeless story of God becoming a … Continue reading
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Tagged Christ with us, Christian Encouragement, Christmas, Encouragement, Meaning of Christmas
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