Behind The Manger

OK, so it probably feels like it's been a month since I published a weekly "Sunday preview." And it nearly has been. Certain things have happened on Fridays that have prevented me from doing this, so I'm really glad to get this out today.

I'm really excited about our Christmas Experience Live Nativity which will be tomorrow night and Sunday! This was one of the highlights of last year, and I fully expect it to be even better this year! And it looks like the weather is going to cooperate with us this year. We'll begin at 5 o'clock each night and will go until eight. Remember to dress warmly, and pray for lives to be changed as a result of this ministry!

I'm also excited about Sunday morning at EFBC! This week's message is entitled Behind The Manger. Have you ever noticed how Luke tells the Christmas story with a focus on Mary, while Matthew tells the story with a focus on Joseph? We're all familiar with the human side of the story, but what would it look like if we pulled back the veil and saw the story of Christmas from God's perspective?

I think that's what John's Gospel does for us. This Sunday morning, we'll be looking at the Christmas story from John 1:14, going behind the scenes to see what Christmas is all about. I'm really looking forward to preaching this message, and I hope you'll plan on being here with us. It will be a special day because our children's choir will be sharing several Christmas songs with us during the morning worship, as well.

Also, remember that this Sunday is the day when Angel Tree gifts are due. And, don't forget about the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering for international missions. It should be a great weekend here at Eulaton First Baptist Church as we kick off Christmas week! I hope you'll plan on being a part of it!

Joy to the world, the Lord has come! The best has already come into this world, and praise God, the best is coming again!