Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for Dec. 28, written by Douglas K. Wilson, Ph.D., professor of Biblical Studies, University of Mobile.
As we mark the birth of our Savior through the Christmas season, let’s relax into the fullness of His grace through faith and allow His light to shine as we go — showcasing peace, love, joy and hope.
Art Fettig observes, “Some businessmen are saying that this could be the greatest Christmas ever. I always thought the first one was.” There are so many wonderful details recorded in Scripture about the first Christmas.
The family will welcome visitors from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Dec. 22, at FBC Guntersville (1000 Gunter Avenue). A brief memorial service will be held at the church beginning at 5 p.m.
Emory Williams is a missionary kid in Santiago, Chile. His parents, Landon and Megan Williams, serve with the International Mission Board as church planters and mobilizers.
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Stephanie Gilliam, director of children’s ministries at Highland Baptist Church in Florence, Alabama, said she grew up in a “Santa family.”
Southern Baptists first arrived in Nigeria when it existed as independent kingdoms. Now, 175 years later, Southern Baptists continue to serve in the West African country home to diverse ethnic groups.
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