New Wine - Introduction
on December 30th, 2023
As we begin 2024, we desire that you make these study guides into something you do every day. Spiritual growth and development take discipline and a deep desire to continue to work. These resources, both this guide and the Abide Daily Podcast, are tools that will help you along this journey. This tool is used to prepare you to hear the sermon and is to be used along with the weekly study guide for... Read More
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Adventure. - End of Week 4
on December 23rd, 2023
IntroductionThe following is a guide to help facilitate discussion. Feel free to add, subtract, or change questions to fit the conversation, and pray for the Spirit to lead in all things.OPENShare one of your favorite memories of this year’s Christmas season that you will “treasure in your heart.” And, if you make them, share one new year’s resolution or one thing you’re looking forward to about t... Read More
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Adventure - Day 27
on December 22nd, 2023
“Jesus’ parents were amazed at what was being said about him. Then Simeon blessed them, and he said to Mary, the baby’s mother, “This child is destined to cause many in Israel to fall, and many others to rise. He has been sent as a sign from God, but many will oppose him. As a result, the deepest thoughts of many hearts will be revealed. And a sword will pierce your very soul.” Luke 2:33-35 NLTJe... Read More
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Adventure - Day 26
on December 21st, 2023
“All who heard the shepherds’ story were astonished, but Mary kept all these things in her heart and thought about them often.”Luke 2:18-19 NLTI’ve always loved this picture of Mary. In my mind, I see her either holding Jesus, staring at him and getting lost in his eyes, or looking at him from a distance as others interact with him. There’s something sweet and intimate about her intentional hold... Read More
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Adventure - Day 25
on December 20th, 2023
When my first child was born, he was beautiful, healthy, and a crier. Man that kid could blow the windows out of a house. But he also had an issue; he was colicky and had acid reflux, which mainly meant that for 7 months, he rarely slept more than two hours at a time. This means, of course, that his parents rarely slept more than two hours at a time (and if you’ve seen me, you know I need my be... Read More
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Adventure - Day 24
on December 19th, 2023
It’s a favorite Christmas hymn whose lyrics include…Away in a mangerNo crib for a bedThe little Lord JesusLay down His sweet head - (SO CUTE)The stars in the skyLook down where He layThe little Lord JesusAsleep on the hay - (ANGELIC)The cattle are lowingThe poor baby wakesBut little Lord JesusNo crying He makes - (YEAH RIGHT, NO WAY!)Though I truly love this song, I’ve always had issue with, “No c... Read More
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