Category Archives: Christmas

What a Great Love God Has For Us

Posted on December 24, 2022 by pastorpstephens

It has been a busy week but a blessed week as I had the opportunity to lead 4 different chapel services in which we discussed and spoke of God’s great Christmas gift to us – the gift of His Son … Continue reading →

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A Message of Love

Posted on December 3, 2022 by pastorpstephens

This week, we had a special event for the people we serve at the hospital where I work as a chaplain. We listened to Christmas music, ate Christmas cookies, and provided everyone with an opportunity to take a “selfie” in … Continue reading →

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What Do You Want For Christmas

Posted on December 26, 2020 by pastorpstephens

Every year at Christmas time, people ask one another, “What would you like for Christmas?”  As I was thinking about that very question the other day, it occurred to me that I really do have everything I want and everything … Continue reading →

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Very Special Gifts

Posted on December 18, 2020 by pastorpstephens

“A Very Special Gift” At Christmas, I always think about some of the favorite Christmas gifts my brother, sister and I received while growing up.  Like most kids, perhaps the most memorable gifts we received were our first bicycles.  That … Continue reading →

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Goodwill Toward Men

Posted on December 11, 2020 by pastorpstephens

I love this time of year as we look forward to celebrating Christmas and the birth of our Savior Jesus Christ.  I also love hearing about the generosity and kindness of people at this time of year.  It is a … Continue reading →

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Counting Blessings, My Cup Runneth Over!

Posted on December 27, 2019 by pastorpstephens

On Christmas day, Marta and I spent some time with family.  We were able to visit with Marta’s parents and all of our kids and our grandkids.  And of course, we exchanged some gifts.  I got some wonderful gifts, new … Continue reading →

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Hope Through God’s Word

Posted on November 22, 2019 by pastorpstephens

This week I am starting to work on a short devotional about hope that I have been asked to share at a local hospital.   I have been praying and studying some scriptures which speak about hope.  So many of my … Continue reading →

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The Truth of Christmas Songs

Posted on December 24, 2016 by pastorpstephens

I love the songs of Christmas. As a kid growing up I did not spend a lot of time in church. What I learned about God, heaven, and Jesus I picked up mostly in Vacation Bible School and I learned … Continue reading →

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Christmas 2015 – A Nice Reminder

Posted on December 27, 2015 by pastorpstephens

Christmas day was winding down and the granddaughters with their presents in tow were saying their goodbyes. I said to Avery who is six, “You had a big day. You got to visit with those who love you…your grandma and … Continue reading →

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Following Him

Posted on July 12, 2015 by pastorpstephens

This is a great time to be a Christian!  The need for us to pray for others and pray for our country is greater than ever before.  The opportunity for us to live our faith, love our neighbors, and lead … Continue reading →

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