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17 more days! 🥳 Let’s start the day off with a word from God:
Read: Philippians 4:1-9
Of all the passages in this devotional, this might seem like the most off-topic for Christmas, but it gives us a window into what this peace looks like lived out in our communities. 👀
We don’t know exactly what the disagreement between Euodia and Syntyche was about, but the resolution of their conflict and the restoration of unity in their church is important enough to Paul that he takes the time to address them specifically in this public letter to the church. ✍️💒
Once Paul has encouraged these women to resolve their conflict, he turns back to preaching to the whole church, but that little tangent shows us something about the next few verses: they aren’t just for people who have it all together.
God’s peace isn’t just for people who have no worries, disagreements, stress, and struggles. God’s peace walks right into the middle of our mess. 😵💫
So what do we do with our stress or conflicts this Christmas? 🤔
Begin by rejoicing in God 😄🥳. There might not be joy in your circumstances, and that’s okay. Look at Jesus to find enduring joy. 🕺💃
Ask God to help you be gracious to those around you. God has shown us incredible grace and forgiveness, and remembering that helps us to show grace and forgiveness to others. ❤️
Bring everything that’s on your mind to God—the stuff that keeps you from sleeping at night, the stuff that makes you excited to get up in the morning, and the stuff that fills the time in between.
That last verse in this paragraph isn’t something we do. It’s something God does. As we pursue peace with others and as we come to him with our prayers and our thanks, he comforts us with peace that “surpasses all understanding”—crazy, irrational, wonderful peace. ✨
(Devotion from LifeWay Christian Resources (Holman Bibles))
Reflect:
1. What is stressing you out the most right now? Imagine yourself passing this ball of stress to God and surrendering it to Him.
2. What are 2 things you can do to be more gracious to those around you this Advent season?
Of all the passages in this devotional, this might seem like the most off-topic for Christmas, but it gives us a window into what this peace looks like lived out in our communities. 👀
We don’t know exactly what the disagreement between Euodia and Syntyche was about, but the resolution of their conflict and the restoration of unity in their church is important enough to Paul that he takes the time to address them specifically in this public letter to the church. ✍️💒
Once Paul has encouraged these women to resolve their conflict, he turns back to preaching to the whole church, but that little tangent shows us something about the next few verses: they aren’t just for people who have it all together.
God’s peace isn’t just for people who have no worries, disagreements, stress, and struggles. God’s peace walks right into the middle of our mess. 😵💫
So what do we do with our stress or conflicts this Christmas? 🤔
Begin by rejoicing in God 😄🥳. There might not be joy in your circumstances, and that’s okay. Look at Jesus to find enduring joy. 🕺💃
Ask God to help you be gracious to those around you. God has shown us incredible grace and forgiveness, and remembering that helps us to show grace and forgiveness to others. ❤️
Bring everything that’s on your mind to God—the stuff that keeps you from sleeping at night, the stuff that makes you excited to get up in the morning, and the stuff that fills the time in between.
That last verse in this paragraph isn’t something we do. It’s something God does. As we pursue peace with others and as we come to him with our prayers and our thanks, he comforts us with peace that “surpasses all understanding”—crazy, irrational, wonderful peace. ✨
(Devotion from LifeWay Christian Resources (Holman Bibles))
Reflect:
1. What is stressing you out the most right now? Imagine yourself passing this ball of stress to God and surrendering it to Him.
2. What are 2 things you can do to be more gracious to those around you this Advent season?
Have a blessed day ahead! ❤️ Know that God goes before you and is all around you! He is fighting your battles, so do not be afraid!
Hi TCCo family! Hope you had a great day today! Over the next few days, we will be focusing on the entire story of Jesus’s birth as recorded in Luke 1 –2. We hope that you will take some time to read the passages each day and follow along as we revisit this familiar story. ☺️
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16 days to Christmas! 🥳🎄
Read: Luke 1:26-38 (The Birth of Jesus Foretold)
In this passage, we learn about how Mary was visited by an angel who brought her a piece of news that would completely change her life. She had found favour with God, and was chosen to bring the Son of the Most High into the world. Mary didn’t know it at the time, but her baby boy would save all of humanity through His own selfless sacrifice.
Upon hearing that she would give birth to a son, Mary didn’t really believe it - “How will this be,” Mary asked the angel, “since I am a virgin?” (v34). And the angel’s reply should fill us with faith and hope, “no word from God will ever fail.” (v37).
Mary had every reason to be doubtful, scared, or even, like Moses, ask God to choose someone else. Yet, we see her deep faith and trust in God in her response to the angel, “ “I am the Lord’s servant,” Mary answered. “May your word to me be fulfilled.”” (v38).
There will be times in our lives where we will be called by God to do things we never thought possible. It will be scary, and we might second guess ourselves, but in those situations, let’s look to the deep trust that Mary had in God. Even though she had every reason to worry, she trusted that God would keep her safe and that she would be okay. Because of her faith and obedience, Jesus was born on Earth and paid the price for all of our sins.
Reflect:
1. Think about specific examples in your life where you trusted God and He came through for you. Thank God for His faithfulness in your life.
2. Are there places/ opportunities that God has been calling you to, but you’ve been afraid to answer? Bring these to God in prayer.
In this passage, we learn about how Mary was visited by an angel who brought her a piece of news that would completely change her life. She had found favour with God, and was chosen to bring the Son of the Most High into the world. Mary didn’t know it at the time, but her baby boy would save all of humanity through His own selfless sacrifice.
Upon hearing that she would give birth to a son, Mary didn’t really believe it - “How will this be,” Mary asked the angel, “since I am a virgin?” (v34). And the angel’s reply should fill us with faith and hope, “no word from God will ever fail.” (v37).
Mary had every reason to be doubtful, scared, or even, like Moses, ask God to choose someone else. Yet, we see her deep faith and trust in God in her response to the angel, “ “I am the Lord’s servant,” Mary answered. “May your word to me be fulfilled.”” (v38).
There will be times in our lives where we will be called by God to do things we never thought possible. It will be scary, and we might second guess ourselves, but in those situations, let’s look to the deep trust that Mary had in God. Even though she had every reason to worry, she trusted that God would keep her safe and that she would be okay. Because of her faith and obedience, Jesus was born on Earth and paid the price for all of our sins.
Reflect:
1. Think about specific examples in your life where you trusted God and He came through for you. Thank God for His faithfulness in your life.
2. Are there places/ opportunities that God has been calling you to, but you’ve been afraid to answer? Bring these to God in prayer.
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Hi TCCo fam!! Good job on finishing the week ☺️ We’re now just 15 days away from Christmas 🎄 Before you sleep, take some time to quieten your heart and read through the devotion we’ve prepared for today 😃
Read: Luke 1:39-56 (Mary’s Song)
In this passage, we hear Mary’s song of praise to God as she begins to realise just how favoured she is and just how special the baby she carries is.
“My soul glorifies the Lord and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior,” (v46-47), Mary exclaims, before calling to mind all the great things God has done for her and others in her life. But perhaps most significantly, she ends off with a heartfelt revelation, “He has helped his servant Israel, remembering to be merciful to Abraham and his descendants forever, just as he promised our ancestors.” (v54-55). For a long, long time, Israel had been waiting for their promised Saviour, and this prophesy was finally coming to pass. Mary perhaps didn’t understand the full gravity of what was about to happen, but she was spot on in her praise of God – God had promised a Saviour to save Israel (and all of humanity), and true to His word, He was about to deliver this Prince of Peace through His Son, Jesus Christ.
Just as Mary rejoiced, we too have every reason to rejoice in song, praise and thanksgiving for the gift that God has so graciously given us. Without Jesus’s sacrifice, we wouldn’t be able to enter into a relationship with God for we would still be dead in our own sin. There would be no promise of eternal life, and without the peace of God and Holy Spirit to guide and comfort us each day, life would be unimaginably difficult.
So no matter your circumstances, rejoice! Jesus Christ has already won the victory, and death no longer has the final say. We can walk confidently through life, knowing that we are deeply loved, completely forgiven, and tightly held in the steadfast arms of God.
Reflect:
1. Meditate on the gift of grace God has given us through Jesus Christ. How does this make you feel? Talk to God about it.
2. What is holding you back from experiencing joy today? Commit it to God in prayer.
In this passage, we hear Mary’s song of praise to God as she begins to realise just how favoured she is and just how special the baby she carries is.
“My soul glorifies the Lord and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior,” (v46-47), Mary exclaims, before calling to mind all the great things God has done for her and others in her life. But perhaps most significantly, she ends off with a heartfelt revelation, “He has helped his servant Israel, remembering to be merciful to Abraham and his descendants forever, just as he promised our ancestors.” (v54-55). For a long, long time, Israel had been waiting for their promised Saviour, and this prophesy was finally coming to pass. Mary perhaps didn’t understand the full gravity of what was about to happen, but she was spot on in her praise of God – God had promised a Saviour to save Israel (and all of humanity), and true to His word, He was about to deliver this Prince of Peace through His Son, Jesus Christ.
Just as Mary rejoiced, we too have every reason to rejoice in song, praise and thanksgiving for the gift that God has so graciously given us. Without Jesus’s sacrifice, we wouldn’t be able to enter into a relationship with God for we would still be dead in our own sin. There would be no promise of eternal life, and without the peace of God and Holy Spirit to guide and comfort us each day, life would be unimaginably difficult.
So no matter your circumstances, rejoice! Jesus Christ has already won the victory, and death no longer has the final say. We can walk confidently through life, knowing that we are deeply loved, completely forgiven, and tightly held in the steadfast arms of God.
Reflect:
1. Meditate on the gift of grace God has given us through Jesus Christ. How does this make you feel? Talk to God about it.
2. What is holding you back from experiencing joy today? Commit it to God in prayer.
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Hi TCCo family!! Hope you had a wonderful day today. Before you head off to bed, spend some time reading through the devotional we have prepared for today. ☺️ Have a blessed rest!
Read: Luke 2:1-7 (The Birth of Jesus (Part 1))
In today’s passage, we read about the moments leading up to Jesus’s birth as well as the actual circumstances of His birth. The way that the story is written as well as the way Jesus was brought forth into the world highlights just how incredible our Saviour is, for we see the deep humility of our Servant King.
Let us focus on verse 7 - “and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no guest room available for them.”
In one sentence, the birth of Jesus was described - there are no added frills or details about the birth, and the simplicity of the statement reflects very well the humble nature of the One who came not to be served but to serve (Matt 20:28)
Next, we see that it is Mary who wraps her baby in cloths, and who places Him in a manger. This fact points to the implication that it was a lonely birth. With nobody but Joseph to help her, Mary was the one to clean and clothe her baby. It wasn’t an elaborate affair - they didn’t even have a guest house to stay in, and baby Jesus didn’t even have a crib to lie in. Instead, He slept in the trough where animals fed.
From this one verse alone, we are amazed at how the Saviour of the world came into the world in such a humble manner. Truly, as Jesus told us Himself - He didn’t come for us to serve Him, but to serve us - to wash our feet and to die for our sins. What undeserved love the Father lavishes onto us! We are but sinners, yet we are so deeply loved but a Father who is so full of grace. Our God is good indeed.
Reflect:
1. Pause and reflect on how Jesus entered the world. What significance does this humble beginning hold?
2. How can we take the attitude of the Servant King - to serve and not to be served? What are some practical steps you can take?
In today’s passage, we read about the moments leading up to Jesus’s birth as well as the actual circumstances of His birth. The way that the story is written as well as the way Jesus was brought forth into the world highlights just how incredible our Saviour is, for we see the deep humility of our Servant King.
Let us focus on verse 7 - “and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no guest room available for them.”
In one sentence, the birth of Jesus was described - there are no added frills or details about the birth, and the simplicity of the statement reflects very well the humble nature of the One who came not to be served but to serve (Matt 20:28)
Next, we see that it is Mary who wraps her baby in cloths, and who places Him in a manger. This fact points to the implication that it was a lonely birth. With nobody but Joseph to help her, Mary was the one to clean and clothe her baby. It wasn’t an elaborate affair - they didn’t even have a guest house to stay in, and baby Jesus didn’t even have a crib to lie in. Instead, He slept in the trough where animals fed.
From this one verse alone, we are amazed at how the Saviour of the world came into the world in such a humble manner. Truly, as Jesus told us Himself - He didn’t come for us to serve Him, but to serve us - to wash our feet and to die for our sins. What undeserved love the Father lavishes onto us! We are but sinners, yet we are so deeply loved but a Father who is so full of grace. Our God is good indeed.
Reflect:
1. Pause and reflect on how Jesus entered the world. What significance does this humble beginning hold?
2. How can we take the attitude of the Servant King - to serve and not to be served? What are some practical steps you can take?
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Hi TCCo family! We hope you had a blessed Sunday ☺️❤️ Before you sleep, take some time to read through the devotion we’ve prepared for you tonight and spend a few quiet moments with God :)
Read: Luke 2:8-14 (The Birth of Jesus (Part 2))
Yesterday, we read about how Jesus entered the world in a humble manner. Yet, this doesn’t mean that His birth was not celebrated and that God’s magnificent glory wasn’t portrayed. In today’s passage, we turn our focus to one of the very first people who had the gospel preached to them - the shepherds tending their sheep.
As the shepherds were watching over their flock in the dark and quiet night, they were startled when angels suddenly appeared, announcing the birth of the Messiah. Yet, from what we already know about the character of God, it was fitting that God chose to reveal this to the humble shepherds, as opposed to the earthly kings with status and power. It was another nod to the fact that Jesus was here on earth for the last, least and the lost.
Another point to highlight is the fact that the angels described Jesus as “Saviour”, “Messiah” and “Lord”. From the moment Jesus was born, it was clear that He would be something special - more specifically, that He would be a mighty Saviour, something that mankind needed desperately. Not an advisor, a leader, or a reformer, but a Saviour to save us from our sinful nature and bring about peace and restoration. We know that what was prophesied by the angels thousands of years ago came to pass - Jesus indeed is our Messiah, Lord and Saviour!
Reflect:
1. Imagine that you are one of the shepherds that the angels appeared to. How do you feel? What is your response?
2. What does Jesus as “Saviour” mean to you? How might this change the way you respond to trials that might come your way?
Yesterday, we read about how Jesus entered the world in a humble manner. Yet, this doesn’t mean that His birth was not celebrated and that God’s magnificent glory wasn’t portrayed. In today’s passage, we turn our focus to one of the very first people who had the gospel preached to them - the shepherds tending their sheep.
As the shepherds were watching over their flock in the dark and quiet night, they were startled when angels suddenly appeared, announcing the birth of the Messiah. Yet, from what we already know about the character of God, it was fitting that God chose to reveal this to the humble shepherds, as opposed to the earthly kings with status and power. It was another nod to the fact that Jesus was here on earth for the last, least and the lost.
Another point to highlight is the fact that the angels described Jesus as “Saviour”, “Messiah” and “Lord”. From the moment Jesus was born, it was clear that He would be something special - more specifically, that He would be a mighty Saviour, something that mankind needed desperately. Not an advisor, a leader, or a reformer, but a Saviour to save us from our sinful nature and bring about peace and restoration. We know that what was prophesied by the angels thousands of years ago came to pass - Jesus indeed is our Messiah, Lord and Saviour!
Reflect:
1. Imagine that you are one of the shepherds that the angels appeared to. How do you feel? What is your response?
2. What does Jesus as “Saviour” mean to you? How might this change the way you respond to trials that might come your way?
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12 days to Christmas!! Hope you had a blessed day today ☺️
Read: Luke 2:15-21 (The Birth of Jesus (Part 3))
Today, we will focus on the last part of the passage in Luke that describes the happenings during the birth of Jesus.
After the angels visited the shepherds, it is striking that the immediate reaction of shepherds was to go straight to Bethlehem to see this supposed Messiah that had been born. They were so in awe of what had just happened that they put down everything and their sole desire was to witness this incredible event.
After visiting baby Jesus and realising that all the angels had told them was true, the shepherds were amazed! They “returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things they had heard and seen, which were just as they had been told” (v20).
Think about the reaction of these shepherds and the pure joy and amazement that they experienced. It is clear that they had witnessed first hand the glory of the Lord. What is our response and reaction to coming into the presence of Jesus - whether in church or in our cell groups? Are we as blown away as the shepherds? Perhaps we have gotten too comfortable and familiar with the routine of church that we have forgotten the first encounter with God that left us in deep awe. It is our prayer for you today that you would come to experience once again that reverence that drives us to our knees, or to jump up in praise. May we never lose our wonder of Jesus, our Mighty Saviour.
Reflect:
1. When was the last time you felt in awe of God?
2. How might we develop a deeper reverence of the Lord?
Today, we will focus on the last part of the passage in Luke that describes the happenings during the birth of Jesus.
After the angels visited the shepherds, it is striking that the immediate reaction of shepherds was to go straight to Bethlehem to see this supposed Messiah that had been born. They were so in awe of what had just happened that they put down everything and their sole desire was to witness this incredible event.
After visiting baby Jesus and realising that all the angels had told them was true, the shepherds were amazed! They “returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things they had heard and seen, which were just as they had been told” (v20).
Think about the reaction of these shepherds and the pure joy and amazement that they experienced. It is clear that they had witnessed first hand the glory of the Lord. What is our response and reaction to coming into the presence of Jesus - whether in church or in our cell groups? Are we as blown away as the shepherds? Perhaps we have gotten too comfortable and familiar with the routine of church that we have forgotten the first encounter with God that left us in deep awe. It is our prayer for you today that you would come to experience once again that reverence that drives us to our knees, or to jump up in praise. May we never lose our wonder of Jesus, our Mighty Saviour.
Reflect:
1. When was the last time you felt in awe of God?
2. How might we develop a deeper reverence of the Lord?
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Hi TCCo fam! Hope you had a good day today ☺️ It’s just 11 days to Christmas! Let’s continue to prepare our hearts as Christmas approaches.
Read: Luke 2:22-32 (Jesus Presented in the Temple Part 1)
In today’s passage, we learn about the next big event that happened in Jesus’s life since His birth. Just about 8 days after He had been born, Jesus took part in a purification and circumcision ceremony. In those days, purification and circumcision ceremonies were done as a reminder that all are born in sin and need to be made clean before God. However, wasn’t Jesus sinless from birth till death? Why did He still go through these ceremonies?
The fact that Jesus still underwent the purification ceremonies shows not just the obedience of His parents to the laws of Moses and their reverence of God, it also shows that a week into the life of Jesus, He was already being identified with sinners.
As aptly put by New Testament commentator Alexander Whyte,
“For He who knew no sin, and who never was to know sin, was already in His circumcision made sin for us. Mary’s firstborn son was a lamb without blemish and without spot, but before He was a week old, He began to bear the sins of many… And as He began in the temple that day, so He continued every day to lead a life of pain, and shame, and bloodshedding, for us, for our children, till He finished on the cross the sin-atoning work His Father had given Him to do.”
From the moment Jesus was born, He was marked to take on the sins of the world and redeem us at Calvary. “...the son of Man came not to be served, but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many” (Matt 20:28). Remembering this afresh this day, what is your response to our Mighty Saviour, Jesus?
Reflect:
1. Meditate on Matt 20:28. How does this verse make you feel? Speak to God about it.
2. Are there unconfessed sins in your life that you need to bring to God? Come before God with these sins, knowing that you have been redeemed through the blood of Christ.
In today’s passage, we learn about the next big event that happened in Jesus’s life since His birth. Just about 8 days after He had been born, Jesus took part in a purification and circumcision ceremony. In those days, purification and circumcision ceremonies were done as a reminder that all are born in sin and need to be made clean before God. However, wasn’t Jesus sinless from birth till death? Why did He still go through these ceremonies?
The fact that Jesus still underwent the purification ceremonies shows not just the obedience of His parents to the laws of Moses and their reverence of God, it also shows that a week into the life of Jesus, He was already being identified with sinners.
As aptly put by New Testament commentator Alexander Whyte,
“For He who knew no sin, and who never was to know sin, was already in His circumcision made sin for us. Mary’s firstborn son was a lamb without blemish and without spot, but before He was a week old, He began to bear the sins of many… And as He began in the temple that day, so He continued every day to lead a life of pain, and shame, and bloodshedding, for us, for our children, till He finished on the cross the sin-atoning work His Father had given Him to do.”
From the moment Jesus was born, He was marked to take on the sins of the world and redeem us at Calvary. “...the son of Man came not to be served, but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many” (Matt 20:28). Remembering this afresh this day, what is your response to our Mighty Saviour, Jesus?
Reflect:
1. Meditate on Matt 20:28. How does this verse make you feel? Speak to God about it.
2. Are there unconfessed sins in your life that you need to bring to God? Come before God with these sins, knowing that you have been redeemed through the blood of Christ.
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Hi TCCo fam! There’s just 10 days to Christmas!! 🥳🎄 Before you sleep, take some time to read the devotional we’ve prepared for you tonight
Read: Luke 2:33-39 (Jesus Presented in the Temple (Part 2) )
Today, we continue from where we left off yesterday in Luke. We know that it was revealed to Simeon, a righteous man of God, that the child that Mary held was going to be the Saviour of the world and a light to many (including the Gentiles!). For this reason, Simeon praised God and rejoiced greatly. He knew that God had been faithful in keeping His promises.
When Mary and Joseph heard all that was said about their child by Simeon, they “marvelled” (v33) at it. Bit by bit, Mary and Joseph were coming to understand just how incredible the baby they held in their arms was. It also definitely filled them with joy to see how God was touching the lives of others through an understanding of their baby boy. Likewise, we may know Jesus well, but there is always something special about seeing the lives of others be changed and transformed as they come to know Christ for themselves.
At the end of today’s passage, we also read that Jesus grew and became strong in spirit and full of wisdom. It is heartening to see that apart from growing in stature like other children, Jesus’s spiritual development is also focused on here. Just as Jesus grew spiritually as he developed from a child to an adult, we too should not neglect growing spiritually as we age. Maturity through acquiring life experience is not enough, we need to also grow to become spiritually mature by continually looking to God each day.
Reflect:
1. This Christmas, is there anyone in your life that you would like to share Christ with? Bring these people to God in prayer and pray for opportunities to share the gospel at the right time and place.
2. How might we emulate Jesus and grow to become more spiritually mature each day?
Today, we continue from where we left off yesterday in Luke. We know that it was revealed to Simeon, a righteous man of God, that the child that Mary held was going to be the Saviour of the world and a light to many (including the Gentiles!). For this reason, Simeon praised God and rejoiced greatly. He knew that God had been faithful in keeping His promises.
When Mary and Joseph heard all that was said about their child by Simeon, they “marvelled” (v33) at it. Bit by bit, Mary and Joseph were coming to understand just how incredible the baby they held in their arms was. It also definitely filled them with joy to see how God was touching the lives of others through an understanding of their baby boy. Likewise, we may know Jesus well, but there is always something special about seeing the lives of others be changed and transformed as they come to know Christ for themselves.
At the end of today’s passage, we also read that Jesus grew and became strong in spirit and full of wisdom. It is heartening to see that apart from growing in stature like other children, Jesus’s spiritual development is also focused on here. Just as Jesus grew spiritually as he developed from a child to an adult, we too should not neglect growing spiritually as we age. Maturity through acquiring life experience is not enough, we need to also grow to become spiritually mature by continually looking to God each day.
Reflect:
1. This Christmas, is there anyone in your life that you would like to share Christ with? Bring these people to God in prayer and pray for opportunities to share the gospel at the right time and place.
2. How might we emulate Jesus and grow to become more spiritually mature each day?
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We pray that these Night Light Projectors will make bedtime an exciting and comforting experience for your little ones as they grow to know God better each day.
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It might look like an ordinary night light at first, but remove the cover and you will be amazed at the lovely designs that now cover the walls. Each Night Light Projector comes with 4 unique designs that you can switch between easily. The designs also include special Biblical truths (Eg. Blessed Child of God, I am God’s creation, etc.) that are perfect for reminding your child every day that they are children of God, and that God will protect them as they sleep.
We pray that these Night Light Projectors will make bedtime an exciting and comforting experience for your little ones as they grow to know God better each day.
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Hi everyone! In the past 7 days, we’ve slowly worked through the first 2 chapters of Luke and revisited the story of the birth of Jesus. In the next 7 days (17 - 23 Dec), we will be following an age-old tradition and focusing on the “O antiphons”. Just in case you’ve never heard of antiphons, today we will go into a brief introduction of antiphons before we begin proper tomorrow! We pray that you will continue to join us on this journey and be blessed by the antiphons we will focus on each day 😊.