December 29: “The Stone of Help” (1 Samuel 7:1-13)

When Israel defeated the Philistines, Samuel set up stones to remind people about God’s help thus far. How has God helped you this year? 2020 will be CCSV’s 20th anniversary. How has God helped CCSV in the past 20 years? We can overcome our discouragements and receive hope for the future when we remember how […]

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December 22: “Savior & Immanuel” (Matthew 1:18-25)

The names given to the Messiah indicate his identity and mission. The Messiah is God who became a human being to dwell with us. He came to save us from our sins and make us to be like him. Then we can dwell with God and enjoy his presence forever.

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December 15: “Herod vs. Jesus” (Matthew 2:13-23)

Herod slaughtered the innocents because he felt threatened by Jesus. Jesus was a threat not only to rulers but to all of humanity. The reaction of sinful human nature to the kingship of Jesus is rebellion. Who is in charge of your life? Have you submitted yourself to the rule of Christ?

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December 8: “The Family Tree of Jesus” (Matthew 1:1-17)

The family tree of Jesus shows that he is the son of Abraham and the son of David. The gospel does not start with the birth of Jesus, but with God’s promise to Abraham. Jesus is the offspring of Abraham who will bring God’s blessing to all nations. Jesus is the promised Messiah who would […]

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