A well-known disc jockey working in a popular Halifax radio station told me that he does not watch the news anymore because it is so bad. As we enter 2020, many share his view. Our world is filled with natural disasters, strife in the Middle East, the USA and the U.K. Millions flee as refugees, seeking asylum in safer countries. The dictionary defines “refugee” as “one who flees in search of refuge”. They seek protection and a safe haven. But though, we suffer tragedies, loneliness and disappointment, there is a wonderful refuge. Millions draw comfort from the following Bible promise: “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in time of trouble. Therefore, we will not fear, even though the earth be removed and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea.” God takes care of those properly related to Christ by faith, in life or death.

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As the new year approaches, many of us resolve to turn over new leaves. Time Magazine has given a list of top commonly made and broken resolutions. Here are a few. Lose weight, quit smoking, eat a healthier diet, get out of debt, drink less alcohol. Unfortunately, only around 8% of those resolutions are kept. So it is tempting to just stop making any more. A university president once said, “You can do anything you ought to do.” And Paul the Apostle, writing in the New Testament, agreed. Speaking as a Christian believer, he wrote, “I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me.” He further explained, writing, “If anyone is in Christ, he (or she) is a new creation. Old things have passed away, behold all things have become new. In 2020, with Christ in control of our lives, we will be able to keep our well thought out and reasonable resolutions

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It will soon be 2020. Many will try new skills, new styles, new places to travel. In a fascinating publication called “Old Things,” the author speaks of old shoes that are more comfortable than new ones, and noted old truths which have produced guidance and comfort. Unfortunately, many want to replace all that is old. Some even want to get rid of the old, old story of Jesus and His love, and replace it with their own ideas. These new ideas include such myths as “there is no God,” and “as long as I am sincere, it does not matter what I believe.” But the Bible answers, “The fool has said in his heart, there is no God,” and it informs us that it is “Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to God’s mercy He saves us.” As we enter 2020, let’s not abandon the old life-changing truths found in God’s Word.

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A young boy read a bedtime story with his father, describing what our world would be like if Jesus had not come? On Christmas morning, the boy found no Christmas decorations in his home or on the home of his neighbours. Though it was Christmas day, all the stores were open. Saddened, he ran home and picking up his Bible, saw that the New Testament was missing. Then he awoke and joyfully realized that he had been dreaming. He prayed, “Oh dear Lord Jesus, I am so glad that you did come to earth.” A world without Christ is a sobering thought. How good that the angel’s announcement to the shepherds that first Christmas was, “…behold I bring you good tidings of great joy which shall be to all people. For there is born this day in the city of David, a Saviour Who is Christ the Lord.” Merry Christmas!

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It is Christmas, 2019

. Here is an amazing but true story of a Christmas which took place many years ago. It was told to me by Sylvia, now in her nineties, who lives near Delta B.C. Her father, John Richard Jepson was serving on a battlefield on Christmas Eve 1914, in the First World War. As darkness fell, some German troops started singing Christmas carols. Across the battle lines, British soldiers applauded and called out greetings. The next day, Christmas, all firing stopped for a while. German French and British troops met to shake hands and share food. It became known as “The Christmas truce.” Truly amazing! And Jesus still offers Himself to all as the “Prince of Peace.” That is because at Calvary, His death in our place made peace possible between a Holy God and sinful man. Now all can receive the greatest gift ever offered- “peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.”

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A young boy grew up in in a modest Nova Scotia home. He loved hockey and played it at every opportunity. But hockey sticks were very expensive, so he always had to borrow used ones from others. Then one year, in his mid teens, to his delight, he received a brand-new hockey stick from his parents. His Dad paid one dollar and ten cents for it. The boy thought it was the greatest gift he had ever received. But when he was seventeen years old, he received another, much more valuable gift, when someone showed him from the Bible that “the gift of God is eternal life, through Jesus Christ our Lord.” He learned that it is “by grace we are saved through faith, and that not of ourselves, it is the gift of God, not by works…” He received that gift, and realized it was the greatest he had ever been given. That wonderful gift is available to everyone. I know, because I was that boy.

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Great efforts are being made these days, to take Christ out of Christmas. Because of so-called “political correctness,” many schools no longer mention the Bethlehem Baby- Jesus. The old Christmas carols are never, or seldom sung in public places and the greeting “Merry Christmas” is often replaced with “Happy Holidays” or “Seasons Greetings.” Commercialism may be supplanting Christmas, but the truth of Christmas can never be erased. The angels’ message is still as much needed today as it was at the first Christmas, because we are just as much in need of a Saviour as people were then…we are sill sinners. “All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.” Matthew, in his gospel, wrote, “And she (Mary) shall being forth a Son, and you shall call His name Jesus, for He shall save His people from their sins.”

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What? You don’t have all your Christmas gifts purchased? What to give to the person who seems to have everything? Dr. Charles Swindoll, in his book “Seasons of Life” has a few ideas. Among them: Encourage an older person. Release a grudge. Share a smile. Find the time to keep a promise you have made. Forgive an enemy. Offer to babysit for a tired mother. Turn the television off and talk to someone. Seek out a forgotten friend. Gladden the heart of some child. Yes, Christmas is a time for giving. God set the great example. We read, “God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son that whoever believes on Him should not perish but have everlasting life.” Jesus is God’s Christmas gift to all who are willing to receive Christ into their lives, while recognizing their spiritual bankruptcy and need of His forgiveness.

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An article in Time magazine should be of interest to anyone wondering if the Bible is trustworthy. Here is an excerpt. “Over the past 200 years, the Bible has been subjected to the most rigorous examination of any book in history. It has been looked at archaeologically, historically, and critically. Not only has the Bible withstood the test, but it has emerged better for all the fracas. And Nelson Gueck, an American academic and archaeologist has written.” It may be stated categorically that no archaeological discovery has ever controverted a biblical reference.” We can take the Bible seriously when it claims, “All scripture is given by inspiration of God and is profitable.” Millions can testify that when they believed and followed instructions in the Bible, their lives were transformed.

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Thieves in Marlborough New Zealand tried to steal a car. But it wouldn’t start. Unknown to them, its engine had been removed for repairs. There was no connection, so there could be no action. More importantly, our lives need to be properly connected to God to receive His forgiveness and the gift of eternal life. John the disciple wrote in his letter, “These things I have written to you, who believe in the name of the Son of God, that you may know that you have eternal life…” in order to have that assurance, we need a proper connection to God. His Word tells us plainly, “He who has the Son has life, and he who does not have the Son of God does not have life.” If our connection to God is merely connection to religion, we have a serious problem, because Jesus said, ” I am the way, the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. “

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