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After Jesus was born, the Gospels give us not one but two groups of traveling worshipers. The first was a caravan of powerful, wise men. They were wealthy and influential power brokers. The second was a much lowlier group: shepherds.
In our study of the Christmas story, we've found numerous reasons why Advent is a wonderful time of year, as it should be for Christians. Because Jesus has come into the world, there is hope, there is gladness, and there is warmth in a cold place.
As we come to the close of our Advent devotions, we finish where we started: remembering the whole purpose of Christ's coming. Jesus is the child who was born to save the world. That's why He "came into the world," as the apostle Paul told his disciple Timothy.
As we have seen, when we follow God, it's hard to say where we might end up. Joseph, Mary, and Jesus had an incredible opportunity to live out this biblical truth. The angel warned them about the coming bloodletting of Herod, which we read yesterday. We're jumping backward in the story to see what happened just before Herod unleashed his fury on the tiny Bethlehem boys.
The story of Christmas did not start with a manger in Bethlehem. It began long before, in the garden of Eden. The enemy of God, Satan, tempted Adam and Eve to trust him and doubt God. Tragically, Adam and Eve obeyed the Satanic snake over the good Creator.
Whether your grandchildren live close to you or far away, you can be an active participant in their relationship with God. On today's classic edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson talks with Boone and Peggy Powell to discuss the unique role of grandparents in a child’s life, and how that connection is fostered through prayer. 1 Thessalonians 5:17 says, “Pray without ceasing.”
Allison Bottke shares practical advice to struggling parents, and encourages moms and dads to develop a plan of action to deal with their rebellious child.
Allison Bottke shares the story of her own wayward son, and reminds parents to never forget the restorative love of Jesus Christ. Joshua 1:9 says, “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”
Question: Dr. Dobson, what is the most common error made by parents in disciplining their children? Answer: I would have to say it is the inappropriate use of anger in attempting to manage boys and girls. It is one of the most ineffective methods of attempting to influence human beings (of all ages). Unfortunately, most adults rely primarily on their own emotional response to secure the cooperation of children.
Learn to shape the will of a child without breaking the spirit, and you will be preparing your son or daughter for adulthood.
