POPULARITY
Categories
The angels’ proclamation of Jesus’ birth still matters today because it announces lasting peace, living hope, and a Savior for all people. The Christmas story reminds us that God’s glory broke into ordinary life, calling us to see Jesus personally, share His good news boldly, and live in worshipful praise. Highlights The heavenly host announced Jesus’ birth with glory, joy, and peace for the world. God chose ordinary shepherds to first hear and respond to the greatest news in history. Seeing Jesus personally is essential—faith is not inherited, it’s encountered. The shepherds immediately shared what they had witnessed, spreading amazement and hope. Praise and worship naturally followed obedience and belief. The angels’ message continues to invite us into joy, proclamation, and worship today. Do you want to listen ad-free? When you join Crosswalk Plus, you gain access to exclusive, in-depth Bible study guides, devotionals, sound biblical advice, and daily encouragement from trusted pastors and authors—resources designed to strengthen your faith and equip you to live it out boldly. PLUS ad free podcasts! Sign Up Today! Full Transcript Below: What the Angels Proclaimed Still Matters By Lynette Kittle Bible Reading: “Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, ‘Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom His favor rests.’” - Luke 2:13-14 Northern Lights, comets, planets aligning in the sky… they all catch our attention, especially for stargazers. It’s a thrilling sight to see the night sky lit up with brilliant light. As Luke 2:9-12 describes, shepherds who were quietly minding their own business, guarding their sheep, watching over their flocks, were surprised, to say the least, at what happened to them one clear, starry night long ago: “And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, ‘Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; He is the Messiah, the Lord. This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.’” Although one shining angel is more than enough to catch their attention, God’s great joy and delight broke through from Heaven with a great heavenly host, praising God and lighting up the earth. Why the Angel’s Proclamation Still Matters Although thousands of years ago, what the angels proclaimed on that clear starry night still matters to us today. Here are three reasons why: We each need to see the Savior for ourselves. Just as the shepherds were told to go see Jesus for themselves, it remains a divine directive that each one of us needs to follow. As written in Luke 2:15-16, “When the angels had left them and gone into heaven, the shepherds said to one another, ‘Let’s go to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has told us about.’ So they hurried off and found Mary and Joseph, and the baby, who was lying in the manger.” We still need to spread the word of Jesus’ birth. Just as at His birth, there are many who do not know about Jesus unless we tell them about Him and where to find Him. As Luke 2:17-18 records, “When they had seen Him, they spread the word concerning what had been told them about this child, and all who heard it were amazed at what the shepherds said to them.” We are called to glorify and praise God. The angels glorified and praised God in their proclamation, an example for us to follow in celebrating His coming to earth. As Luke 2:20 describes, “The shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things they had heard and seen, which were just as they had been told.” As well, John 3:16 declares, “For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life.” Christmas is a time for great celebration, as demonstrated by the angels and heavenly host. The angels inspire us to spread this good news - an announcement like no other in the history of the world. “For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on His shoulders. And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace” (Isaiah 9:6). Intersecting Faith & Life: The angels’ glorious proclamation, so many years ago, remains ageless and forever relevant in Heaven and on earth. Their message doesn’t fade away or lose its impact on the world. Because what the angels proclaimed still matters, we can see, spread, and praise God through it. Further Reading: A Prayer of Celebration for Jesus’ Birth Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
A child needs parenting, but a king demands obedience. Seeing Jesus as king changes everything about your faith.
Today’s Bible Verse: “Coming up to them at that very moment, she gave thanks to God and spoke about the child to all who were looking forward to the redemption of Jerusalem.” — Luke 2:38 Luke 2:38 introduces us to Anna—a woman whose long faithfulness turned into bold testimony. After years of worship, prayer, and waiting, she recognized the Savior and couldn’t keep the news to herself. Her response was gratitude followed by proclamation. Want to listen without ads? Become a BibleStudyTools.com PLUS Member today: https://www.biblestudytools.com/subscribe Meet Today’s Host: Carol Ogle McCracken
At Christmas, the story of Jesus can feel familiar—but it was never meant to feel normal. In this message, “Did You Notice?”, we walk through Philippians 2:5–11 and rediscover how absurd, scandalous, and beautiful the story of Jesus really is. God did not use His power for His own advantage. Instead, He became human, took on the role of a servant, and obediently went to the cross. When we truly notice who Jesus is and what He has done, worship becomes the natural response. Seeing Jesus clearly doesn't just inform us—it transforms us. Scripture: Philippians 2:5–11 Message Title: Did You Notice? Church: New Life Gillette If this message encouraged you, consider sharing it with someone who needs to see Jesus more clearly this Christmas. Chapters (00:00:00) - Christmas Teaching(00:01:00) - Philippians 2: Love(00:04:34) - You Notice When Things Are Not Normal(00:05:18) - Does Christmas Have Become Normal?(00:07:52) - Philippians 2: The Perks of Being God(00:11:27) - The Power of Jesus(00:16:59) - Becoming Obedient to Death(00:22:25) - How the Grand Canyon Changed My Life(00:25:55) - My Worship Tells Me What I Notice About Jesus(00:31:03) - Have You Noticed Jesus?: A Common Prayer(00:32:07) - Wonders of the World
In Sunday's message from Hebrews 2, Tyler Moffett reminded us how easy it is to get distracted during Christmas and forget the name this season is really about. Hebrews shows us Jesus is greater than we can comprehend, and yet he went lower than we can imagine.
In Sunday's message from Hebrews 2, Tyler Moffett reminded us how easy it is to get distracted during Christmas and forget the name this season is really about. Hebrews shows us Jesus is greater than we can comprehend, and yet he went lower than we can imagine.
Support the show
Support the show
Support the show
Support the show
Support the show
Support the show
Support the show
Support the show
Support the show
Support the show
Support the show
Support the show
Support the show
Support the show
Support the show
Support the show
Support the show
Support the show
Support the show
Seeing Jesus in the characters of Elijah and Elisha. Part of the Concerning Jesus series. For an outline of this lesson, click the link below: https://drive.google.com/file/d/15Qd_ZkOarb08O7Thlo48bsKXF5AYCCz4/view?usp=sharing
Rose Datoc Dall is an artist and curator of 'Expressions of Jesus: Cultural Representations of the Savior of the World.' This one-of-a-kind curated collection of artwork showcases images of Jesus Christ from more than 100 diverse artists throughout history and from around the world. I wanted to speak to Rose about what she learned while curating this project and why it's important for us to see Jesus portrayed in such varying ways that may not be historically accurate.--You can find more of Rose's work at the following links:- https://www.rosedatocdall.com/- https://www.deseretbook.com/product/6080309.htmlFollow For All The Saints on social media for updates and inspiring content:www.instagram.com/forallthesaintspodhttps://www.facebook.com/forallthesaintspod/For All The Saints episodes are released every Monday on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and more:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TVDUQg_qZIU&list=UULFFf7vzrJ2LNWmp1Kl-c6K9Qhttps://open.spotify.com/show/3j64txm9qbGVVZOM48P4HS?si=bb31d048e05141f2https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/for-all-the-saints/id1703815271If you have feedback or any suggestions for topics or guests, connect with Ben & Sean via hello@forallthesaints.org or DM on InstagramConversations to Refresh Your Faith.For All The Saints podcast was established in 2023 by Ben Hancock to express his passion and desire for more dialogue around faith, religious belief, and believers' perspectives on the topics of our day. Tune into For All The Saints every Monday on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more.Follow For All The Saints on social media for daily inspiration.
From miraculous healings to lessons on servanthood, this episode invites you to see Jesus clearly and respond with a surrendered heart. You'll learn: Why the Transfiguration matters for your faith today How prayer is essential for spiritual victory What it means to be “last of all and servant of all” Plus, discover practical weekly exercises to help you live like Jesus.
During Advent, we reflect on the songs surrounding the birth of Jesus. In this message, we look at Simeon's Song from Luke 2 and what it teaches us about personally encountering Jesus in the here and now.Simeon's encounter leads to worship, freedom from the fear of death, and a life caught up in God's greater story of salvation. This message invites us to consider whether we are simply open to Jesus, or truly hungry for more of Him.A reflective and pastoral message on Advent, consecration, lament, hope, and the work of the Holy Spirit in everyday life.Scripture Focus:Luke 2:25–35
Seeing Jesus Clearly Jordan Rice Luke 9:18–20 You can be around Jesus and still not see Him. Distance creates confusion; closeness brings clarity. Give to support the ministry of Renaissance Church: https://renaissancenyc.com/give Keep up with Renaissance by filling out a connection card: https://renaissancenyc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/5/responses/new
Send us a textScott and Gage discuss reading Daniel and seeing how it shows us Christ.Enjoy Johnny Cash's rendition of the story of Belshazzar:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ebzsr60tiPkLogos Bible Software offer: https://logos.sjv.io/aop Biblingo.orgdiscount code: assuranceofpardon10 www.BiblicalCounselorsSociety.comListeners can receive a lifetime 25% discount on all membership tiers with the promo code: AOP25Support the show
Seeing Jesus through someone elses eyes often reveals how deeply His compassion reachesespecially for those the world overlooks.
Seeing Jesus through fresh eyes reminds us how different He is from our expectations and how full of compassion He truly is.
Mark 3:20-35 Big Idea: Misunderstanding Jesus puts you outside His true family, but trusting Him brings you in. Main Points:
Sermon by David Rountree on 11/30/25 at New Covenant Church in Anderson, SC. Scripture Passage: John 8:31-59 Outline: 1. Remaining in Bondage Rather than Remaining in the Word (v.31–43). 2. Loving the Devil Rather than Loving Jesus (v.42–55). 3. Failing to Rejoicing in Seeing Jesus' Day (v.56–59).
Every day we walk past people without a second thought—in the grocery store, at the office, maybe even at our own Thanksgiving table. But according to Jesus, some of those unremarkable moments were actually encounters with Christ himself, and we had no idea. The question isn't whether we'll meet Jesus this week; the question is whether we'll recognize him when we do. This week we explore why the most eternally significant moments of our lives might be hiding in the interruptions we're trying to avoid.
Every day we walk past people without a second thought—in the grocery store, at the office, maybe even at our own Thanksgiving table. But according to Jesus, some of those unremarkable moments were actually encounters with Christ himself, and we had no idea. The question isn't whether we'll meet Jesus this week; the question is whether we'll recognize him when we do. This week we explore why the most eternally significant moments of our lives might be hiding in the interruptions we're trying to avoid.
Valiant Jones is the author of 'The Heart of Our Covenants: Temple Principles that Draw Us unto Christ.'I wanted to speak to Valiant to hear insights that deepen my understanding of our covenantal relationship with God and how the Temple can bless us.Some highlights from this episode include Valiant's reflections on priesthood keys, the importance of attending the Temple regularly rather than sporadically, and how the Temple raises your vision. --You can find more of Valiant's work at the following link:- https://valiantjones.com/Follow For All The Saints on social media for updates and inspiring content:www.instagram.com/forallthesaintspodhttps://www.facebook.com/forallthesaintspod/For All The Saints episodes are released every Monday on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and more:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TVDUQg_qZIU&list=UULFFf7vzrJ2LNWmp1Kl-c6K9Qhttps://open.spotify.com/show/3j64txm9qbGVVZOM48P4HS?si=bb31d048e05141f2https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/for-all-the-saints/id1703815271If you have feedback or any suggestions for topics or guests, connect with Ben & Sean via hello@forallthesaints.org or DM on InstagramConversations to Refresh Your Faith.For All The Saints podcast was established in 2023 by Ben Hancock to express his passion and desire for more dialogue around faith, religious belief, and believers' perspectives on the topics of our day. Tune into For All The Saints every Monday on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more.Follow For All The Saints on social media for daily inspiration.
Guest Preacher Patrick Boatwright preaches from Luke 23 on Christ the King Sunday.
MARK 5:21-24a, 35-43 21 When Jesus had crossed over by boat to the other side of the lake, a large crowd gathered around him while he was by the lake. 22 Then one of the synagogue rulers, named Jairus, came there. Seeing Jesus, he fell at his feet. 23 and pleaded earnestly with him, "My little daughter is dying. Please come and put your hands on her so that she will be healed and live." 24 So Jesus went with him. 35 While Jesus was still speaking, some men came from the house of Jairus, the synagogue ruler. "Your daughter is dead," they said. "Why bother the teacher any more?" 36 Ignoring what they said, Jesus told the Synagogue ruler, "Don't be afraid; just believe." 37 He did not let anyone follow him except for Peter, James, and John the brother of James. 38 When they came to the home of the synagogue ruler, Jesus saw a commotion, with people crying and wailing loudly. 39 He went in and said to them, "Why all this commotion and wailing? The child is not dead but asleep." 40 But they laughed at him. After he put them all out, he took the the child's father and mother and the disciples who were with him, and went in where the child was. 41 He took her by the hand and said to her, "Talitha koum!" (which means, "Little girl, I say to you, get up!). 42 Immediately the girl stood up and walked around (she was twelve years old). At this they were completely astonished. 43 He gave strict orders not to let anyone know about this, and told them to give her something to eat. NIV 84 LESSON NOTES Faith is the common ground that connects everyone to Jesus. Jairus and the woman in Mark 5 could not be more opposite—economically, socially, religiously. Yet the only thing that brings both into an encounter with Jesus is faith. The gospel equalizes everyone at the feet of Christ. Faith must move us to come to Jesus even when it means leaving the crowd. Jairus steps out from the great crowd and publicly falls at Jesus' feet—an act shocking for a synagogue ruler. True faith is willing to break from the crowd, reputation, or comfort to seek Jesus. Faith requires continuing with Jesus when circumstances suddenly turn toward despair. When Jairus receives news of his daughter's death, Jesus immediately speaks: “Do not be afraid, just keep on believing.” Faith is not a moment—it is a daily, ongoing choice to trust Jesus beyond fear, loss, or confusion. Faith ultimately conquers in Jesus, not by avoiding death, but by trusting the One who transforms death itself. Jesus doesn't merely reverse death for Jairus' daughter—He redefines death as sleep for all who belong to Him. His power over nature, demons, disease, and now death shows He alone can break death's grip. The story points us to the final awakening for all who “fall asleep in Christ.” Jesus' tender words—“Little girl, wake up”—foreshadow the day He will awaken all His people. Death is not the end; it is a temporary sleep from which the Lord will rouse His children. DISCUSSION QUESTIONS 1. Where do you personally find it hardest to “step out of the crowd” and come openly to Jesus? What crowds—social, cultural, relational—make faith costly for you? 2. Think of a time your faith was shaken by unexpected news or suffering. What helped you keep walking with Jesus rather than turning away? 3. Jesus tells Jairus, “Do not be afraid, just continue believing.” What fears most often compete with your faith today? How might you intentionally respond to them with trust? 4. How does Jesus' view of death as temporary sleep reshape the way you think about loss, grief, or your own mortality? 5. In what ways do we sometimes place our faith “in faith itself” rather than in Jesus? What practical habits help keep your trust centered in Christ rather than in your own spiritual performance?
We talk about setting the right mindset, culture and tone as a leader of the department and especially in smaller facilitiesYou don't have to be perfect, but you can avoid the little negative comments and criticismsBeing a good example goes a long wayAs a Christian we are supposed to act like Christ wouldWe have a lot of metrics we have to worry about as clinicians but, as Christians, we need to worry about the metric of mercyUnderstanding that we are not as far removed from the homeless, drug addicted patient as we might thinkWe have to remember that, as we care for the homeless and drug addicted person that no one else will care for, we are doing it for JesusBrian tells his students to spend as much time with the patient as they need, you don't have to be the fastest provider right awayWe have to be careful about bias getting passed on from triage and from EMS reports as well, sometimes the problem is more subtle and requires more time with the patientHow we word things when talking with patients makes a big differenceWe talk about providing respect and dignity to those patients that dieBrian talks about some on-shift practices he uses to re-center himself on his purposeWe talk about the grey area in which we practice in the EDI try to practice assuming good intent on othersSupport the showEverything you hear today from myself and my guests is opinion only and doesn't represent any organizations or companies that any of us are affiliated with. The stories you hear have been modified to protect patient privacy and any resemblance to real individuals is coincidental. This is for educational and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice nor used to diagnose any medical or healthcare conditions. This is not medical advice. If you have personal health concerns, please seek professional care. Full show notes can be found here: Episodes - Practical EMS - Content for EMTs, PAs, ParamedicsMost efficient online EKG course here: Practical EKG Interpretation - Practical EMS earn 4 CME and learn the fundamentals through advanced EKG interpretation in under 4 hours. If you want to work on your nutrition, increase your energy, improve your physical and mental health, I highly recommend 1st Phorm. Check them out here so they know I sent you. 1st Phorm | The Foundation of High Performance Nutrition
Seeing Jesus in the books of Judges and Ruth. For the outline that accompanies this lesson, click the link below: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1m2jbGq7C9ZjU9joCfn7MbtHaZ8XljEBk/view?usp=sharing
This sermon was preached by Philip VanderWeide at Covenant Fellowship Church on November 9, 2025. Series: What a Savior! - Seeing Jesus in the Book of Luke Scripture: Luke 22:24-30
Seeing Jesus as a new Joshua, and seeing Jesus within the stories from the Book of Joshua. Part of the Concerning Jesus series. For a PDF outline of this lesson, click the link below: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1lIdK-AgHIvewa7CA1Gj0oTKSU-aRETjx/view?usp=sharing
What Wally learned about the White House, a man is paying child support for cats, and we choose what we’d like to control in this world. You can join our Wally Show Poddies Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/WallyShowPoddies
In Luke 24, we're reminded that it's possible to be around Jesus without truly seeing him. But when the Spirit opens our eyes through the Word, we see him clearly, and seeing Jesus always leads to worship.