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  1. Luke 1:39-45 – Advent 4 (C)

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    12/19/24
    5 mins
    By Steven Paulson | John W. Hoyum
    On this episode of Preaching the Text, John Hoyum and Steve Paulson discuss the visitation of Mary to Elizabeth while both are pregnant – Mary with Jesus, and Elizabeth with John.
    Luke 1:39-45 – Advent 4 (C)

  2. Wednesday, December 18, 2024

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    12/18/24
    12 mins
    By Dan van Voorhis
    Today on the Christian History Almanac, we remember the man who is likely the most prolific and popular Christian songwriters in the English language with a special connection to the season.
    Wednesday, December 18, 2024

  3. Tuesday, December 17, 2024

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    12/17/24
    11 mins
    By Dan van Voorhis
    Today on the Christian History Almanac, we look at a tradition in the church akin to “Holy Week” but for Christmas.
    Tuesday, December 17, 2024

  4. Monday, December 16, 2024

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    12/16/24
    12 mins
    By Dan van Voorhis
    Today on the Christian History Almanac, we head to the mailbag to answer two questions (one of which pertains to the season).
    Monday, December 16, 2024

  5. The 2024 Christmas History Almanac, Volume 3

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    12/14/24
    5 mins
    By Dan van Voorhis
    Weekend Edition for December 14-15, 2024
    The 2024 Christmas History Almanac, Volume 3

  6. Friday, December 13, 2024

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    12/13/24
    12 mins
    By Dan van Voorhis
    Today on the Christian History Almanac, we remember the real “St. Lucy of Narnia.”
    Friday, December 13, 2024

  7. 373: Luther - You have the Mystery of God

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    12/13/24
    9 mins
    By Christopher Gillespie | Donavon Riley
    Tighten Up. In this episode, we read Martin Luther’s Advent 3 ordination sermon, discussing rites and ceremonies, church traditions, God’s mysteries versus the devil’s, and much pastoral talk about transparency and honesty amongst brothers and sisters in the Gospel.
    373: Luther - You have the Mystery of God

  8. 1 Chronicles 16 part 4 verses 30-36 Izzi Ray sings "Even In The Ruins"

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    12/13/24
    6 mins
    By Chad Bird
    This meditation is great for Advent, a season of waiting in expectation for all that is damaged and ruined to be made whole.
    1 Chronicles 16 part 4 verses 30-36 Izzi Ray sings

  9. Thursday, December 12, 2024

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    12/12/24
    12 mins
    By Dan van Voorhis
    Today on the Christian History Almanac, we remember the origin of the most iconic plant of the Christmas season.
    Thursday, December 12, 2024

  10. Luke 7:18-35 – Advent 3 (C)

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    12/12/24
    5 mins
    By John W. Hoyum | Steven Paulson
    On this episode of Preaching the Text, Steve Paulson discusses the story of John the Baptist in prison.
    Luke 7:18-35 – Advent 3 (C)

  11. Wednesday, December 11, 2024

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    12/11/24
    11 mins
    By Dan van Voorhis
    Today on the Christian History Almanac, we head back to the 4th century to remember a pagan emperor who inspired the growth of the church.
    Wednesday, December 11, 2024

  12. Tuesday, December 10, 2024

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    12/10/24
    13 mins
    By Dan van Voorhis
    Today on the Christian History Almanac, we remember the 20th century’s most famous monk: Thomas Merton.
    Tuesday, December 10, 2024