Monthly Archives: December 2025

The Importance of 1925 by James R. Coggins

Posted on December 31, 2025 by jrcoggins

1925 was a watershed moment in North American life. At the beginning of the 20th century, there had not been a major war in Europe for a century, and there had not been a major war in North America for … Continue reading →

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A Cow in the Cornfield by Nancy J. Farrier

Posted on December 29, 2025 by Nancy J. Farrier

I first wrote this post six years ago. I reread it recently and realized how apt it still is today. I had to stop and consider how to go forward in light of the message in these words. I hope … Continue reading →

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GLORIA IN EXCELSIS DEO by James R. Coggins

Posted on December 24, 2025 by jrcoggins

Do we pay enough attention to the songs we sing? One of the frequently sung Christmas carols is “Angels We Have Heard on High.” The carol is about the angels telling the shepherds to go to Bethlehem to see the … Continue reading →

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O Holy Night: When Heaven Met Earth in the Darkest Hour

Posted on December 23, 2025 by Author Mary Alford

There are Christmas carols we sing out of tradition—and then there are carols that stop us mid-breath. O Holy Night is one of those rare hymns. From its first line, it pulls us into a quiet, starlit moment when heaven … Continue reading →

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The 365 Days of Christmas – Delores Topliff

Posted on December 18, 2025 by dtopliff

It’s that time of year when we sing Christmas carols, and our hearts turn to the amazing eternal gift of God’s son sent to Bethlehem’s manger to redeem all who will receive and believe on His name. This year, instead … Continue reading →

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Christmas Giving 2 by James R. Coggins

Posted on December 17, 2025 by jrcoggins

Historians are often very wise people. I know this because I am one. Historians are wise because they have access to far deeper reservoirs of experience. They learn from the centuries of experience of other people. As someone said, “Good … Continue reading →

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In the Midst of Advent by Tara Randel

Posted on December 15, 2025 by tararandel

We are in the midst of Advent. A time of anticipation. A celebration knowing that Jesus will soon come. Imagine how Mary must have felt when we she found out she was greatly favored by God. That she would carry … Continue reading →

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Christmas Giving by James R. Coggins

Posted on December 10, 2025 by jrcoggins

Recent visits to two widely different events have left me disturbed and thoughtful. I was asked by our church to help serve dinner at a Christian street ministry. That evening, we served a simple but nutritious meal to about 150 … Continue reading →

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Jesus: The Promise Fulfilled

Posted on December 9, 2025 by Author Mary Alford

A Reflection on Prophecy, Hope, and the Faithfulness of God One of the most beautiful threads woven throughout Scripture is this: God keeps His promises. From Genesis to Revelation, every chapter, every symbol, every whisper of hope points toward a … Continue reading →

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Pausing to Listen by Nancy J. Farrier

Posted on December 8, 2025 by Nancy J. Farrier

One of the joy of living in Arizona, is the many beautiful sunrises and sunsets. The amazing array of colors and textures often make me stop and stare in awe and imagine the skies are God’s canvas, the sunset the … Continue reading →

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An Ordinary Christian Speaking to Other Ordinary Christians by James R. Coggins

Posted on December 7, 2025 by jrcoggins

My mother was a godly woman. It was no accident. My parents got up early, and my father worked hard for long hours, so my mother would prepare a large breakfast for him. When he had gone to work, Mom … Continue reading →

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Antiochus Epiphanes by James R. Coggins

Posted on December 3, 2025 by jrcoggins

The Jews were dragged into exile in Babylon by the armies of the Babylonian empire about 587 BC. When the Babylonian empire was overthrown by the Persian empire about 539 BC, the Persians encouraged the Jews to return to the … Continue reading →

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