New Christian 101 page 9

New Christian 101 page 9 by ric Gustafson


The students quietly came in and took their seats.
Mr McCoy glanced at the clock. " It's 6:00 let's start". He smiled at the students. " I hope all of you had a good Thanksgiving".
All of the students nodded their heads yes.
" Tonight's question is How did we get the Bible?".
A male raised his hand. " I can't remember when I did not have one".
" The Bible is revealed by God".
A female raised her hand. " So God wrote the whole thing?".
" Actually God's Word was written over 1500 years by over forty different writers".
A male raised his hand. " That is a lot of authors".
" The Bible was also inspired by God".
A female raised her hand. " What do you mean?".
" All the words, ideas and concepts are inspired by God".
He looked at the clock. " It is 8:00". He stared at the students. " I leave you with one final thought".
" What is that Mr McCoy?".
" God's Word is recognized by the church as the Canon".


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the Christmas ornaments support group meeting page 3

the Christmas ornaments support group meeting page 3 by ric Gustafson


" We are on that tree to represent gifts that the wise men brought for the baby".
" Woof Woof  the baby Jesus" exclaimed Christmas Dog.
Jack in the Box smiled. " That's right".
One of the sand dollars nodded. " It just took me a long time to understand".
" Long, you call that long".
" Miss Gulch, please".
" Why, you've only just begun".
" So let's get back on that tree". The voice hesitated. " And remember why we are here for".
All the ornaments yelled out " Baby Jesus came to save us".
With joy in their hearts, the ornaments jumped onto that Christmas tree.

The End


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bible verses: Philippians 4:6

bible verses: Philippians 4:6 by ric Gustafson


At the time the Apostle Paul was writing this, he was in prison. He was writing this to the young church in Philippi. He loved this young church and they were a support system for him. He was basically telling this church not to worry. He encouraged them to pray and get peace from Jesus. He told them to be thankful to God and not to worry or have stress. We need the same encouragement.
Praise God.


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the Christmas ornaments support group meeting page 2

the Christmas ornaments support group meeting page 2 by ric Gustafson


The Jack in the Box jumped onto the folding chair. " I called this meeting because I heard there were grumblings among the ornaments".
One of the sand dollars spoke up. " Were not sure why we are here?".
" What do you mean?".
" One day we were enjoying being on a tree in Florida". The voice quivered. " The next day we came here and put on this tree".
" Well my pretty, I can cause accidents too".
" Miss Gulch, please".
" All those not sure why you are here raise your hooks".
All the ornaments raised their hooks.
" Ok, I will explain why you are all here".
" These things must be done delicately".
" Miss Gulch, please".
All of the ornaments moved closer to the Jack in the Box to listen.


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bible verses: Matthew 11:28

bible verses: Matthew 11:28 by ric Gustafson


This bible verse comes after Jesus describes who he is and the relationship between himself and his Father. This bible verse gives freedom. Jesus is wisdom. Jesus gives rest to the weary. We do not have to have all the answers. The only answer we need is Jesus. Jesus will carry our heavy load. Satan and the worries of life weigh us down. Jesus will carry our heavy load. The truth is that Jesus loves us more than anything else. Praise God.


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a cup: a cup of security

a cup: a cup of security by ric Gustafson


We are worried about life and death. We have fear about the future and where we are going after we die. But God says do not worry. We gave our life to Jesus and we are going to be with him forever. That is a promise from God. That promise will never be broken or changed. Our future in heaven is sealed and secured. Praise God


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the Christmas ornaments support group meeting page 1

the Christmas ornaments support group meeting page 1 by ric Gustafson


The Christmas Jack in the Box bounced up to the podium. He looked around at those in front of him. " Are we all here?".
" Sand dollars".
" Here Here Here".
" Christmas Dog".
" Woof Woof".
" Red Christmas Choo Choo".
" Choo Choo".
" White Nutcracker".
He bounced into the room. " Here".
" Miss Gulch".
All of the ornaments looked around the room.
" Has anybody seen the new Hallmark Christmas ornament?".
" I'll get you my pretty".
Jack in the Box smiled. " It appears that Miss Gulch has arrived".
" And your little dog too".
" Thank you Miss Gulch". His voice hesitated. " Let's start the meeting".


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