Tag: christmas story
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A serious historical deep dive into the Nativity
We know the story. But do we, really? This episode is a deep dive into the Nativity story. What was Nazareth like, the political landscape, Mary? “Long-looked for is come at last.” Re-release from 2022.
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![For he will save his people from their sins [Sermon]](https://matthewruttan.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/dec15saves.png?w=1024)
For he will save his people from their sins [Sermon]
Jesus saves his people from sin. The angel told that to Joseph before Jesus was even born. Not only does he save from the consequence of sin, but the slavery of sin. This second part is a much-neglected (and misunderstood) part of his work. This sermon unpacks Matthew 1:1-25 and invites us to consider Jesus’…
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The Visit of the Wise Men, Herod’s Treachery, Exceeding Joy (Growing Deeper with Matthew 2)
Who were the wise men? Where did they come from? What is their significance? (More than we are often led to believe). This episode is a Bible study on Matthew 2 and the visit of the wise men from the east.
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Long-looked for is come at last: A closer look at the Messiah’s birth in Luke 2:1-20
This podcast (and blog) is a re-post from 2021 and 2022. It’s an in-depth look at the Messiah’s birth in Luke 2:1-20.
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A closer look at the nativity in Luke 2:1-20: politics, fear, subversion, war and hope
We know the Christmas story. Or do we? If it doesn’t seem revolutionary or exciting, you’re not seeing the whole picture. This podcast and blog is a closer look at Luke 2:1-20.
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Do Not Be Afraid [Sermon]
We are living in a time of upheaval, a stampede of fear. In this concise Christmas Eve message I look at Luke 2: 8-14 and explain how fear retreats when Christ advances.
