Countdown to Christmas 8That night there were shepherds staying in the fields nearby, guarding their flocks of sheep. 9Suddenly, an Angel of the Lord appeared among them, and the radiance of the Lord’s glory surrounded them. They were terrified, 10but the Angel reassured them. “Don’t be afraid!” he said. “I bring you good news that … More Common Sense REBORN Devotion

Countdown to Christmas 4And because Joseph was a descendant of King David, he had to go to Bethlehem in Judea, David’s ancient home. He traveled there from the village of Nazareth in Galilee. 5He took with him Mary, to whom he was engaged, who was now expecting a child. (Luke 2:4-5) Good morning Family! The … More Common Sense REBORN Devotion

Death to Distractions 15The Lord, the God of their ancestors, repeatedly sent his prophets to warn them, for he had compassion on his people and his Temple. 16But the people mocked these messengers of God and despised their words. They scoffed at the prophets until the Lord’s anger could no longer be restrained and nothing … More Common Sense REBORN Devotion

Work 20Then David continued, “Be strong and courageous, and do the work.” (1 Chronicles 28:20) Do the work. King David gives his son, Solomon, this command in reference to building the first Temple in Jerusalem to be the House of the Lord. Solomon would follow King David’s instruction and build one of the greatest Temples … More Common Sense REBORN Devotion

Trying 6Jesus saw him and knew he had been ill for a long time, he asked him, “Would you like to get well?” 7“I can’t, sir,” the sick man said, “for I have no one to put me into the pool when the water bubbles up. Someone else always gets there ahead of me.” (John … More Common Sense REBORN Devotion

Joy 8Though you have not seen him, you love him; and even though you do not see him now, you believe in him and are filled with an inexpressible and glorious joy, 9for you are receiving the end result of your faith, the salvation of your souls. (1 Peter 1:8-9) Good morning family! I pray … More Common Sense REBORN Devotion

Beauty 1In the beginning the Word already existed. The Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2He existed in the beginning with God. 3God created everything through him, and nothing was created except through him. 4The Word gave life to everything that was created, and his life brought light to everyone. 5The light … More Common Sense REBORN Devotion

Perplexed 25“And there will be strange signs in the sun, moon, and stars. And here on earth the nations will be in turmoil, perplexed by the roaring seas and strange tides. 26People will be terrified at what they see coming upon the earth, for the powers in heaven will be shaken. 27Then everyone will see … More Common Sense REBORN Devotion

Thankful for the Suffering 16But it is no shame to suffer for being a Christian. Praise God for the privilege of being called by His name! (1 Peter 4:16, The Life Application Bible) I hope this message finds you all in good health, eating left-over turkey sandwiches, and perhaps doing a little Christmas shopping this … More Common Sense REBORN Devotion

Suffer 13Now, who will want to harm you if you are eager to do good? 14But even if you suffer for doing what is right, God will reward you for it. (1 Peter 3:13-14, The Life Application Bible) Hello family. I pray this word finds you in good spirits and in good health. In our … More Common Sense REBORN Devotion