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The angel who visited the shepherds to announce Jesus’ birth interrupted their familiar routine with glorious news and a life-changing encounter. When confronted by the divine, we also must choose to listen and investigate the identity of Jesus. As Alistair Begg reminds us, our conclusion about Jesus is of eternal consequence, leaving no room for moderate respect ... Continue Reading 

News of an important event often provokes a strong reaction. The announcement of Christ’s birth as recounted in Matthew 2 calls us to respond even today. In our self-centeredness, will we choose to reject this infant king? Will we turn away with indifference? Or, Alistair Begg asks, will we choose instead to follow the example of ... Continue Reading 

The star of Bethlehem was more than a cosmic wonder; its presence compelled the magi to undertake a journey of eternal significance. Their destination, though, was not a place but a person. Just as the wise men knelt before the Savior, Alistair Begg reminds us that a genuine encounter with Jesus will result in praise and glory ... Continue Reading 

The star of Bethlehem was more than a cosmic wonder; its presence compelled the magi to undertake a journey of eternal significance. Their destination, though, was not a place but a person. Just as the wise men knelt before the Savior, Alistair Begg reminds us that a genuine encounter with Jesus will result in praise and glory ... Continue Reading 

The Magnificat is Mary’s song of praise after she was told that she would bear the Savior. Unlike many songs, though, it’s neither ethereal nor spiritual, but unsentimental and challenging, comforting the afflicted and afflicting the comfortable. Alistair Begg reminds us that the proud let their achievements—even their achievements for God—block them from ... Continue Reading 

While most see Christmas as a time for giving, the story of Christ’s birth also encourages us to recognize our need—not for a process or a program, but for a person. As Alistair Begg points out, our plight is that of rebels in need of rescue. Confronted with a clear view of what we truly ... Continue Reading 

While most see Christmas as a time for giving, the story of Christ’s birth also encourages us to recognize our need—not for a process or a program, but for a person. As Alistair Begg points out, our plight is that of rebels in need of rescue. Confronted with a clear view of what we truly ... Continue Reading