WHAT’S ON WHAT’S UP TODAY:

Today, Joni Eareckson Tada shares hope-filled insights on how you can create the Christmas spirit.

Through Scripture, music, prayer, and practical jokes, Joni and her husband, Ken, share from their hearts.

They help us focus our hearts on Jesus, assuring that we all find the true spirit of Christmas.

Third Segment: Biblical-Literacy Lesson with guest David Fleming -
  Part One: Biblical approach to relational conflict.

Third Segment: Pastor Jarrett Stephen, Champion Forest -
  God Is With Us

Today’s closing prayer:
Heavenly Father,
Thank you for giving mankind the greatest gift ever – the way to be reconciled to you. More below …

Discussed by Terry Lowry
with Host of the What's UP Radio Program

Host Terry Lowry interviews influential and knowledgeable guests on relevant topics for today.

THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS

Discussed by Joni Eareckson Tada
with Joni & Friends (www.joniandfriends.org/)

Music, decorations, sweet treats, and family gatherings all bring joy to the Christmas season. But the season can also bring a sense of pressure to get into the Christmas spirit and make this year’s holiday even better than the last. Today, Joni Eareckson Tada shares hope-filled insights on how you can create the Christmas spirit. Through Scripture, music, prayer, and practical jokes, Joni and her husband, Ken, help us focus our hearts on Jesus, assuring that we all find the true spirit of Christmas.



Click here to learn more about Joni Eareckson Tada and her amazing ministries.

PART 1 - A BIBLICAL APPROACH TO RELATIONAL CONFLICT

Discussed by David Fleming
with Lanier Theological Library (www.LanierTheologicalLibrary.org)

Day 3

HAVE YOU EVER EXPERIENCED CONFLICT IN A RELATIONSHIP? I THINK WE ALL HAVE – SOME MORE THAN OTHERS!

This week, former CFBC Pastor David Fleming subs in for Mark, teaching on the Biblical approach to relational conflict.

To view David Fleming’s video for this lesson, click here.

If you have a prayer request, need Scripture encouragement, or would like a copy of Mark’s lessons each week, email wantmore@biblical-literacy.org

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Have you ever had an emotional outburst over something small? Has anyone ever done that to you? (James 1:20; Isaiah 1:18) David Fleming reminds us to not allow emotions to stay bottled up inside; we must address the situation – no matter how insecure we may feel in the moment. BUT it is also important to respect and acknowledge other peoples’ feelings. Remember: Not everyone solves conflict in the same way.

Tune in tomorrow as David Fleming talks more about what the Bible says about resolving conflict.


For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click here.

GOD IS WITH US

Discussed by Pastor Jarrett Stephens
with Champion Forest Baptist Church (www.ChampionForest.org)

Day 3

IS THE INCARNATION SOMETHING YOU ARE PUTTING YOUR FAITH AND TRUST IN?

This week, Pastor Jarrett Stephens begins a three-week sermon series entitled “HERE: God With Us”. Over the next few weeks, we will be reminded that the hope of Christmas is not an idea or a feeling, but a Savior who stepped into our world and meets us right where we are. In this busy season, let’s take time to worship together, lift our eyes to Jesus, and rest in the promise that God is truly with us.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephen’s sermon here.

Find Pastor Jarrett Stephen’s sermon notes here.

If you have questions about a sermon, please contact Champion Forest at questions@cfbc.org

Questions/Issues Discussed:

TRUTHS ABOUT THE INCARNATION: Sinless Life and Sacrificial Death (vs 8)

Was Jesus born without sin? (Galatians 4:4-5)

Why did God allow his son, Jesus, to be sacrificed for our sins on a cross? (Ephesians 1:7)

Can there be exaltation of Christ without the incarnation?

Pastor Jarrett spends several minutes during this segment explaining the significance of these truths.

INCARNATION HELPS: Alleviate Fear

Have you ever thought about the fear that is found throughout the Christmas story – the story of Christ’s birth?

Have you ever thought about the shame Joseph must have felt? Did he need encouragement? Did he need guidance?


If you have never accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, text the word JESUS to 77069 and a pastor or counselor from CFBC will call you back.

For more details about Champion Forest Baptist Church click here.

PRAYER

Discussed by Terry Lowry
with Host of the What's UP Radio Program

Heavenly Father,

Thank you for giving mankind the greatest gift ever – the way to be reconciled to you.

Through your son, Jesus Christ, salvation is available.

Father, you have provided the way over death and hell.

You, Father, are the only true God, and your son, Jesus Christ, is the mediator between you and mankind.

Father, you sent your son into the world, not to condemn the world, but that the world might be saved through him.

May your saints go into all the world and proclaim the Good News.

Father, while on earth, your son described your home as having many rooms and that he would go there and prepare a place for each saint.

We await the call home. Until then, let’s be working for the Kingdom.

May the grace of the Lord Jesus be with us all.

Amen



If you have not done so yet, confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead.