The True Christmas Story
Luke 1:29-30 NIV
29 Mary was greatly troubled at his words and wondered what kind of greeting this might be. 30 But the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary; you have found favor with God.

29 Mary was greatly troubled at his words and wondered what kind of greeting this might be. 30 But the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary; you have found favor with God.

Psalm 27:4 I have asked the Lord for one thing; one thing only do I want:to live in the Lord’s house all my life, to marvel there at his goodness, and to ask for his guidance.
Proverbs 14:26 Reverence for God gives a man deep strength; his children have a place of refuge and security.
Ezekiel 37: 9-10 NIV Then he said to me, “Prophesy to the breath; prophesy, son of man, and say to it, ‘This is what the Sovereign Lord says: Come, breath, from the four winds and breathe into these slain, that they may live.’” 10 So I prophesied as he commanded me, and breath entered them; they came to life and stood up…
Psalm 145:19 He does what’s best for those who fear him—hears them call out, and saves them.
Before Jesus asks us to bear fruit, He wants us to love. Without love, the fruit we bear is not authentic – it’s just works for the sake of works. Therefore, is it even fruit?
1 Peter 5:8 ESV Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour.