Mary’s symbol is the white lily. Its meaning is purity and innocence, and appropriate for reminding us that the mother of Christ was a virgin; giving birth miraculously without having relations with a man. Mary’s Lily by ilonagarden Luke 1:26-38 Birth of Jesus Foretold In the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God…
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Rahab and Ruth, Thankful for Inclusion
Our inclusion in a family is one of the most basic needs for mankind. All our group ideas stem from that basic unit. Tribe, nation, creed are all forms of belonging. Rahab was included through gratefulness of the Israelite spies, and Ruth was included through love; they became woven into the destiny not only of…
Go Tell It On The Mountain
id you set up a creche or nativity set yet? Today would be a good time, if it is not in place already. We also have a craft idea for making a small one from Popsicle sticks (or craft sticks), all the directions are found in one page. The nativity is a way we we…
A is For Angel Announcements
The angel announcements figure very importantly in the Christmas story. One of the them informed Mary that she would be the mother of the Messiah, and her response is a pattern for us to emulate. She was humble, she rejoiced, and she welcomed God’s will for her life. Mary said, “Behold, I am the servant…
Advent Day Twenty-Three: Virgin Mary
Precious Truth: God knows us from before our birth, and He has a plan for us. A plan for good. Today’s Reading from The Word Isaiah 7:14 14 Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign: The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and will call him Immanuel Thoughts: The symbol…
Advent Day Twenty-One: Hearts
Precious Truth: God looks on the heart. Today’s Reading from The Word Luke 1: 26-38 26 In the sixth month of Elizabeth’s pregnancy, God sent the angel Gabriel to Nazareth, a town in Galilee, 27 to a virgin pledged to be married to a man named Joseph, a descendant of David. The virgin’s name was…
(12) Promises Believed, The Annunciation
Scripture: Luke 1: 30-35 But the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary, you have found favor with God. You will be with child and give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus. He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High….
Joy in Christ’s Presence
Scripture: Luke 1:39-45 At that time Mary got ready and hurried to a town in the hill country of Judea, where she entered Zechariah’s home and greeted Elizabeth. When Elizabeth heard Mary’s greeting, the baby leaped in her womb, and Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit. In a loud voice she exclaimed: “Blessed are…
The Virgin Mary : December 17
Jesse ornament is the lily, to represent the Virgin Mary. The Madonna lily is a pure white lily which is more graceful looking than the Easter lilies, but the same color and shape. Scripture reading :Luke 1: 26-38 26 In the sixth month, God sent the angel Gabriel to Nazareth, a town in Galilee, 27…
