The Advent season is a time when we prepare for the coming of Christ, in the world and in our hearts. For believers, it is a time of reflection, expectation, anticipation, and celebration. Even as we celebrate the birth of Jesus in a humble stable in Bethlehem, we also anticipate the second coming of Christ, in hope for the establishment of God’s kingdom.

Lori was devastated when she learned her autistic son's trumpet would be repossessed just before the school Christmas concert. Read Lori's story about how a kind stranger saves Christmas.

If you are struggling with the holiday blues, we pray you will come to know that there is no situation too difficult for God. We invite you to join us this holiday season as we support one another with the love of Jesus Christ our Savior. Read on to see 7 holiday survival tips.

She left Ocean Grove in the teeming rain, with roads flooded dangerously. Suddenly, a car pulled in front of her.

There is a buzz about the building, unlike any other day. Excitement is in the air as the holiday season is soon about to kick off with the arrival of Advent, and Santa Claus in the Macy’s Thanksgiving parade. Trailers line the front of the church parking lot. The church freezer is stuffed with turkeys for our meal ministries, and the altar is shimmering with a sea of colorfully wrapped shoeboxes.

Do we identify with being highly valued for reasons beyond the masquerade party? Knowing and experiencing our worth is not always easy. God asks us to do our part and live a faithful life. We can be saved, but live like spiritual paupers.