ARTICLES

Immanuel: The Son Revealed in the Old Testament

By Daniel Rowlands | December 25, 2023

Should we be surprised that God came in the form of a suffering servant—the man Jesus Christ, who would save his people from their sins? Let’s go back to the biblical writings a number of centuries before the incarnation.

What Is the Meaning of the Hymn “O Come, O Come, Emmanuel”?

By J. V. Fesko | December 22, 2023

What’s striking about the beloved Christmas hymn “O Come, O Come, Emmanuel” is how it traces the themes of Israel’s exodus to the eschatological, or final, exodus that was to begin with the birth of the Messiah.

How Do Christians Imitate the Incarnation?

By R. Scott Clark | December 21, 2023

At the heart of imitating Jesus is doing nothing from selfish ambition, but rather in the same lowliness of mind looking at others as better than ourselves.

Finding Romance in Your Marriage

By Erica Chase | December 19, 2023

All the responsibilities of marriage can make over-the-top romantic moments that occur early in the relationship seem like distance memories. How do a husband and wife find romance in their marriage as the years go by?

The Four Titles of Jesus — Isaiah 9:6

By Campbell Markham | December 18, 2023

What can we learn about the character of the Great King in Isaiah 9 to help us remember what Christmas is all about?

Finding Renewal of Heart and Faith this Christmas Season

By BCL | December 15, 2023

How can a person still find joy in the Christmas season when facing a variety of emotions and difficult circumstances? Here are three ways.