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December 2009

Reliable Information, Part A

Reliable Information, Part A

date December 1, 2009
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message 2048 • Reliable Information
series The Gospel According to Luke, Volume 1
scripture Luke 1:1

It’s fitting to begin December by focusing our attention on the birth of the Lord Jesus. For that reason, Alistair Begg will introduce a study in the New Testament book of Luke where find the biblical record of God becoming man.

Reliable Information, Part B

Reliable Information, Part B

date December 2, 2009
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message 2048 • Reliable Information
series The Gospel According to Luke, Volume 1
scripture Luke 1:1

The passing of time has caused the Christmas story to morph into nothing more than mere folklore. Well- meaning people appreciate the story but don’t embrace the New Testament record. Alistair Begg presents a biblical case for the historic reality of Christmas.

Here Comes John, Part A

Here Comes John, Part A

date December 3, 2009
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message 2049 • Here Comes John
series The Gospel According to Luke, Volume 1
scripture Luke 1:5

It was one of the most dramatic moments in all of history when an obscure character was chosen to introduce the coming Messiah. Alistair Begg describes John the Baptist as we prepare for the spiritually significant celebration of Christmas.

Here Comes John, Part B

Here Comes John, Part B

date December 4, 2009
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message 2049 • Here Comes John
series The Gospel According to Luke, Volume 1
scripture Luke 1:5

When we think of the Christmas story, we picture a stable, the manger, and the many people who gathered to worship the baby Jesus. But sometimes we overlook the dramatic details that preceded our Lord’s birth. That’s our subject as Alistair Begg describes the role of John the Baptist.

On Death and Dying, Part B

On Death and Dying, Part B

date December 5, 2009
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message 2576 • On Death and Dying
series Encore 2010
scripture Ecclesiastes 12:1

In our culture, few people truly want to engage in a conversation about dying. However, few topics are more important. Today, teacher Alistair Begg brings a biblical perspective on death from Ecclesiastes chapter twelve.

On Death and Dying, Part B

On Death and Dying, Part B

date December 6, 2009
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message 2576 • On Death and Dying
series Encore 2010
scripture Ecclesiastes 12:1

In our culture, few people truly want to engage in a conversation about dying. However, few topics are more important. Today, teacher Alistair Begg brings a biblical perspective on death from Ecclesiastes 12.

The Angel and the Virgin, Part One, A

The Angel and the Virgin, Part One, A

date December 7, 2009
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message 2050 • The Angel & The Virgin, Part 1
series The Gospel According to Luke, Volume 1
scripture Luke 1:26

Imagine the fear in young Mary’s heart when an angel appeared to deliver startling news: she would have a Son who would change the world forever.

The Angel and the Virgin, Part One, B

The Angel and the Virgin, Part One, B

date December 8, 2009
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message 2050 • The Angel & The Virgin, Part 1
series The Gospel According to Luke, Volume 1
scripture Luke 1:26

The Christmas season has begun. It’s the time of year when we focus on the story of Mary, the angel Gabriel, and the supernatural introduction of Jesus. Alistair Begg describe these first- century events and how they validate the authenticity of the Christian faith.

The Angel and the Virgin, Part Two, A

The Angel and the Virgin, Part Two, A

date December 9, 2009
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message 2054 • The Angel & The Virgin, Part 2
series The Gospel According to Luke, Volume 1
scripture Luke 1:26

Nearly 2000 years ago, in a small town in Judea, an angel approached a teenage girl. His words to Mary have echoed throughout history. Alistair Begg looks at the angel’s message phrase-by-phrase to give us the full wonder of the Christmas story.

The Angel and the Virgin, Part Two, B

The Angel and the Virgin, Part Two, B

date December 10, 2009
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message 2054 • The Angel & The Virgin, Part 2
series The Gospel According to Luke, Volume 1
scripture Luke 1:26

There’s a profound mystery surrounding the virgin Mary’s story. In Luke 1, she discovers she’ll bear a Son the Savior of the world. But we’re not told how it will happen. Alistair Begg describes this miraculous and mysterious event that would alter human history forever.

The Song of Mary, Part A

The Song of Mary, Part A

date December 11, 2009
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message 2056 • The Song Of Mary
series The Gospel According to Luke, Volume 1
scripture Luke 1:39

In Luke 1, we come across a poetic section of Scripture reflecting the heart of Mary, the mother of Jesus. Alistair Begg looks at how this passage of Scripture enriches our understanding of God’s mercy.

Why God Sent His Son, Part A

Why God Sent His Son, Part A

date December 12, 2009
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message 2128 • Why God Sent His Son
series Encore 2010
scripture Galatians 4:4

During this season, we’re surrounded by reminders of the manger story. But for many people, the celebration of the birth of a baby boy in the ancient town of Bethlehem seems totally disconnected with the rest of life. Alistair Begg take a a step back to get the whole picture of the Christmas story and discover “Why God Sent His Son.”

Why God Sent His Son, Part A

Why God Sent His Son, Part A

date December 13, 2009
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message 2128 • Why God Sent His Son
series Encore 2010
scripture Galatians 4:4

During this season, we’re surrounded by reminders of the manger story. But for many people, the celebration of the birth of a baby boy in the ancient town of Bethlehem seems totally disconnected with the rest of life. Alistair Begg take a a step back to get the whole picture of the Christmas story and discover “Why God Sent His Son.”

The Song of Mary, Part B

The Song of Mary, Part B

date December 14, 2009
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message 2056 • The Song Of Mary
series The Gospel According to Luke, Volume 1
scripture Luke 1:39

Two thousand years ago, a young expectant mother expressed her joy and gratitude for the miracle within her in the lyrics of a beautiful song. We have these words preserved for us in Scripture, and Mary’s description of the coming Savior provides a profound lesson in theology. Hear Bible teacher Alistair Begg describe The Song of Mary.

His Name is John, Part One, B

His Name is John, Part One, B

date December 16, 2009
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message 2060 • His Name is John , Part 1
series The Gospel According to Luke, Volume 1
scripture Luke 1:57

To fully appreciate the magnitude of the Christmas story, it helps to understand the role of John the Baptist and Old Testament prophesies regarding his birth . That’s our subject Wednesday on Truth For Life when Alistair Begg continues his study in Luke 1.

His Name is John, Part Two, A

His Name is John, Part Two, A

date December 17, 2009
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message 2061 • His Name is John, Part 2
series The Gospel According to Luke, Volume 1
scripture Luke 1:57

When we think about Christmas, our attention tends to go immediately to the birth of Jesus, and sometimes we skip over the birth of John the Baptist. However, John has a significant role in the Christmas story. Find out more as we study Luke 1.

His Name is John, Part Two, B

His Name is John, Part Two, B

date December 18, 2009
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message 2061 • His Name is John, Part 2
series The Gospel According to Luke, Volume 1
scripture Luke 1:57

Who was this man known as John the Baptist? Well, to understand John, it helps to get acquainted with his parents, Zechariah and Elizabeth. And that’s our subject when Alistair Begg continues his study in Luke 1.

Why God Sent His Son, Part B

Why God Sent His Son, Part B

date December 19, 2009
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message 2128 • Why God Sent His Son
series Encore 2010
scripture Galatians 4:4

At this time of year, many people come face-to-face with questions about the reliability of the Christmas story. Was the Bethlehem scene a fact or fantasy? How could the virgin Mary conceive a child? Why did God send His Son, and how does He fit into the jigsaw puzzle of human history? Alistair Begg addresses these questions and more on today’s broadcast.

Why God Sent His Son, Part B

Why God Sent His Son, Part B

date December 20, 2009
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message 2128 • Why God Sent His Son
series Encore 2010
scripture Galatians 4:4

At this time of year, many people come face-to-face with questions about the reliability of the Christmas story. Was the Bethlehem scene a fact or fantasy? How could the virgin Mary conceive a child? Why did God send His Son, and how does He fit into the jigsaw puzzle of human history? Alistair Begg addresses these questions and more on today’s broadcast.

Christ The Lord, Part One, A

Christ The Lord, Part One, A

date December 21, 2009
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message 2062 • Christ The Lord, Part 1
series The Gospel According to Luke, Volume 1
scripture Luke 2:1

The birth of Jesus Christ more than 2,000 years ago changed human history forever. This is our subject when Alistair Begg looks at Luke 2 as we prepare our hearts for the upcoming Christmas celebration.

Christ The Lord, Part One, B

Christ The Lord, Part One, B

date December 22, 2009
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message 2062 • Christ The Lord, Part 1
series The Gospel According to Luke, Volume 1
scripture Luke 2:1

When it comes to the biblical account of Christmas, one of the prevalent themes can be found in the word peace. Alistair Begg will help us understand what the word “peace,” means and what it doesn’t mean.

Christ The Lord, Part Two

Christ The Lord, Part Two

date December 23, 2009
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message 2063 • Christ the Lord, Part 2
series The Gospel According to Luke, Volume 1
scripture Luke 2:1

Alistair Begg invites us to look at a familiar passage in Luke 2 to re-live the amazing moment when God became man. It’s a story that never grows old!

The Song of Simeon, Part A

The Song of Simeon, Part A

date December 24, 2009
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message 2064 • The Song of Simeon
series The Gospel According to Luke, Volume 1
scripture Luke 2:21

Following the birth of their Son, Mary and Joseph brought Jesus to the temple to present Him to the Lord. Hear about their encounter with Simeon when Alistair Begg teaches from Luke 2.

The Song of Simeon, Part B

The Song of Simeon, Part B

date December 25, 2009
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message 2064 • The Song of Simeon
series The Gospel According to Luke, Volume 1
scripture Luke 2:21

Alistair Begg continues his description of the historic moment when Mary and Joseph brought their newborn to the temple.

The Incarnation Explained by Jesus, Part A

The Incarnation Explained by Jesus, Part A

date December 26, 2009
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message 2129 • The Incarnation Explained By Jesus
series Navigating the Nativity
scripture John 6:25

For many people, the story of Christmas stops at the birth of Jesus. But if we consider all that happened at the ancient scene in Bethlehem, we’d discover that our Savior’s birth fits into God’s plan for all generations.

Simeon's Prophecy

Simeon's Prophecy

date December 28, 2009
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message 2065 • Simeon's Prophecy
series The Gospel According to Luke, Volume 1
scripture Luke 2:33

It was Simeon who said “This child is destined to cause the rising and the falling of many in Israel.” What did he mean? Find out in Luke 2.

The Man Who is God, Part One, A

The Man Who is God, Part One, A

date December 29, 2009
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message 2066 • The Man Who Is God, Part 1
series The Gospel According to Luke, Volume 1
scripture Luke 2:39

What was Jesus like when he was a little boy? The Scriptures give us a snapshot of His childhood in Luke 2. Find out what we do know, and what we don’t know, about Jesus’ childhood.

The Man Who is God, Part One, B

The Man Who is God, Part One, B

date December 30, 2009
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message 2066 • The Man Who Is God, Part 1
series The Gospel According to Luke, Volume 1
scripture Luke 2:39

We don’t know a lot about the childhood of Jesus, but there’s a brief section of Scripture in Luke 2 that give us some helpful details.

The Man Who is God, Part Two, A

The Man Who is God, Part Two, A

date December 31, 2009
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message 2067 • The Man Who Is God, Part 2
series The Gospel According to Luke, Volume 1
scripture Luke 2:49

Did you know that the largest portion of the Lord’s earthly existence is the part we know least about? The Bible reveals very little about the childhood or early adulthood of Jesus. So what do we make of these somewhat silent years?