Luke 2

And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be taxed.
(And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.)
And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city.
And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judaea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; (because he was of the house and lineage of David:)
To be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being great with child.
And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered.
And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn.
And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night.
And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid.
And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people.
For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.
And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.
And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying,
Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.
And it came to pass, as the angels were gone away from them into heaven, the shepherds said one to another, Let us now go even unto Bethlehem, and see this thing which is come to pass, which the Lord hath made known unto us.
And they came with haste, and found Mary, and Joseph, and the babe lying in a manger.
And when they had seen it, they made known abroad the saying which was told them concerning this child.
And all they that heard it wondered at those things which were told them by the shepherds.
But Mary kept all these things, and pondered them in her heart.
And the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things that they had heard and seen, as it was told unto them.

Here are some great Christmas you can do with your kids.

I would like to encourage you to take the time to spend with your Father today if at all possible. Not just today, but every day that you can. And not only with your Dad but also with the rest of your family. Build those relationships and friendships as deep as you can. This life is short at very best. Someday you will be glad that you did.

When was the last time you called your Dad. It’s Father’s Day, I’m sure he would love to hear from you.

Today in the USA, we live with the freedoms we have because thousands of men and women before us gave their lives. The best way for us to thank them is by keeping our Country free even if we have to pay the same price they did.

Two children ordered their mother to stay in bed one Mother’s Day morning. As she lay there looking forward to breakfast in bed, the smell of bacon floated up from the kitchen.

But after a good long wait she finally went downstairs to investigate. She found them both sitting at the table eating bacon and eggs.

“It’s a surprise for Mother’s Day,” one explained, “we decided to cook our own breakfast.”

Thanks Paul for reminding us that we should do something special for our Mothers. Not only on Mother’s Day, the year round.

I you are blessed as I am with a Mother who made sure that you learned of God’s love for you and about salvation made possible through the blood of Christ, you owe your Mother a LOT. Not all mothers have done that or are doing that today. If your Mother set the example of reading the Bible and living a Christ filled life, you are so very blessed as I am.

Vicky and I are both blessed to have Godly Mothers. Thanks Mom’s.
Grandma Rhodes

Grandma Carr

Jesus said He would rise again on the third day and He did.

Jesus said He would come again and He will.

A friend of the ministry found this 2002 Town and Country in WA state. The price was right ($5,000) and it has far less miles on it. It is spotless inside and out, has all new tires within the past two weeks and runs great. We had it checked out by several people and they all said it was in GREAT shape. We made the deal and then had it loaded onto a truck and delivered to MI. Even with the delivery cost it was a far better buy than anything we had seen anywhere else. Praise the Lord. The search is over.

We do NOT drive new. We do NOT drive fancy. But what we do drive is paid for. As a faith ministry where we do not know from month to month how much we will receive we do not want to be strapped with payments. We praise the Lord that just over half of the funds have already come in. If you would like to help, please use the “Support” link on this page to make your tax-deductible donation. Please add a note that it is for the New Van fund.

BY A 15 yr. OLD SCHOOL KID IN ARIZONA

Since the Pledge of Allegiance And The Lord’s Prayer Are not allowed in most Public schools anymore Because the word ‘God’ is mentioned….. A kid in Arizona wrote this.

NEW School prayer:
Now I sit me down in school
Where praying is against the rule
For this great nation under God
Finds mention of Him very odd.
If scripture now the class recites,
It violates the Bill of Rights.
And anytime my head I bow
Becomes a Federal matter now.
Our hair can be purple, orange or green,
That’s no offense; it’s a freedom scene..
The law is specific, the law is precise.
Prayers spoken aloud are a serious vice.
For praying in a public hall
Might offend someone with no faith at all.
In silence alone we must meditate,
God’s name is prohibited by the state.
We’re allowed to cuss and dress like freaks,
And pierce our noses, tongues and cheeks…
They’ve outlawed guns, but FIRST the Bible.
To quote the Good Book makes me liable.
We can elect a pregnant Senior Queen,
And the ‘unwed daddy,’ our Senior King.
It’s ‘inappropriate’ to teach right from wrong,
We’re taught that such ‘judgments’ do not belong..
We can get our condoms and birth controls, Study witchcraft, vampires and totem poles.
But the Ten Commandments are not allowed,
No word of God must reach this crowd.
It’s scary here I must confess,
When chaos reigns the school’s a mess.
So, Lord, this silent plea I make:
Should I be shot; My soul please take!
Amen